France
If you think France is just Paris you are in for a delightful surprise. It is one of the most blessed countries on earth, with majestic mountains, historic battlegrounds, impressive chateaus, rolling acres of vineyards, lively marinas, and quaint villages with cobbled stone streets. And some of the best cheeses, wines and food in general. Several major regions provide for varied experiences beyond Paris. Have a look below…
The Alsace – Bordering Germany with a unique Franco-Germanic feel.
The French Riviera – Along the Med with colorful marinas, waterfront dining and sunbathing.
Venice Carnival
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). Check them out here... Upon...
Sunflowers in Tuscany
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 dolce vita lies....
Marble Arch Caves
In Northern Island near the town of Enniskillen is a UNESCO World Heritage site called Marble Arch Caves. It is a sight well worth seeing. After viewing the exhibits which describe how the caves came into being and how 2 adventurers discovered what you see today,...
Outstanding Finds around Yorkshire
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...
Why Viking Ocean Cruise is Number One
Over the years we have cruised on many different cruise ships, some big, some medium and some small. We have done both the sailing ships and the powered ships. While we have enjoyed them all, none of them matched up to our recent cruise on the Viking Sea. As a...
Avoiding Holiday Rental Scams
An article in today's Irish Times reminds us that travelers must always be careful when booking accommodations online. As with most things on the internet, scammers, hackers and others are always looking for ways to take your money - and holiday rentals are a big...