by The Savvy Traveler Gurus | Feb 13, 2020 | Europe, Italy, Tours, Travel Notes, Venice
One of our most memorable travel experiences was attending the Doge’s Ball in costume at the “Carnevale di Venezia”, or Venice Carnival. If you are in Venice this time of year don’t miss the special Carnival experiences (until Feb. 25th)....
by The Savvy Traveler Gurus | Mar 27, 2019 | Iceland
If you’ve been searching for your next travel destination, look no further than Iceland.With its superb weather year round, Iceland is a beautiful sight to behold regardless of seasons.And that’s a boast few destinations can make.Whether you come in the autumn,...
by David Brown | Aug 2, 2018 | Italy, Travel Notes
It’s that time of year to see the Sunflowers in Tuscany. But that’s just a few of the many things you can do there. Going to Florence or Rome this summer? Don’t miss Tuscany, get out of the city and see the countryside, where the real charm and la...
by David Brown | Aug 2, 2018 | British Isles, England, Great Britain, Travel Notes, United Kingdom
Hardwick Hall in Derbyshire I always enjoy visiting historic country house estates. They are usually chock full of history, art, architecture and beautiful gardens too. Hardwick Hall was all of that but the history is particularly interesting as Bess of Hardwick who...
by David Brown | Aug 2, 2018 | British Isles, England, Great Britain, United Kingdom
Many people who visit the UK focus on London, which is a great city with lots to do. However there is so much more to the UK than London, just as there is more to America than New York. A scenic spot to the north with something for everyone is Yorkshire. In...
by The Savvy Traveler Gurus | Jul 28, 2018 | Europe, Ireland
Ireland has something for everybody. If you have never been before, accept the fact that whatever you do and wherever you go, you will have a good time. It is a country with friendly people and a happy outlook, even if the weather does not always co-operate. Over the...
