All Things Italia

A well-traveled travel advisor was once asked, "Of all the places in the world you've been, where is your favorite destination?" Her response, accompanied with a wry smile, "Anywhere in Italy." We couldn't agree more. Italy is one of the world's best-loved destinations, and it's...

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Ritz-Carlton Cruising

Earlier this month, I had the thrill of gaining firsthand cruising experience with the newly launched Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection, venturing aboard their premier smaller-sized ship (a.k.a., mega-yacht), Evrima, on a delightful 7-night Eastern Caribbean itinerary out of Bridgetown, Barbados. This trip was an all-adult family...

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Stunning South America

It's been mighty cold here in Kentucky, as it has been for much of North America of late, especially since we said hello to the New Year and goodbye to 2023. Last month, as temperatures were only beginning to plummet, we queued up a beautiful...

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Be Seen in Sicily

The Italian island of Sicily is an extraordinary fusion of cultures and customs. Interest in Sicily as a travel destination, and specifically the charming hilltop town of Taormina, has spiked dramatically since HBO's The White Lotus selected this long sought-after vacation destination known as the...

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Love Botswana

The resurgence of travel demand that erupted in 2022 has continued with vigor in 2023 and shows no signs of softening, despite rising prices. Target destinations have expanded to every continent and the prototypical bucket list African safari is back on the radar of many...

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Paris Moves

Paris is a city like no other. It's a city filled with culture, history, and beauty. It has been written about, filmed and photographed countless times. Although it seems like we all know Paris even before we see it, nothing compares to actually being there....

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Beautiful Badlands

Encompassing 244,000 acres of otherworldly landscapes, Badlands National Park is located in southwestern South Dakota, just southeast of the Black Hills. Not exactly overrun with crowds or tourist attractions, the Badlands is off the beaten path and perhaps represents desolation in its purest form, where...

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Relishing Napa Valley

California Wine Country has always been one of my favorite destinations. My husband and I have visited the area many times over the years. We love re-connecting with some of our beloved wineries and restaurants, and we always seem to find something new and exciting...

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