Visit France. Paris. then Normandy: where Impressionism was born
Like countless other Francophiles, I am captivated by French art, history and fashion, as well as the cheeses, wine, pastries, …
Escape to Norway and cruise the fjords
Emerald fjords carved into the coast by glaciers are the ultimate symbol of Norway. If exploring this breathtaking scenery is …
Southern Italy where they’ve perfected the art of slowing down
When our cook, Fausta Solfa, mentioned that dinner would be at 7:30 pm, someone in our group asked: “Is that …
Chasing the midnight sun in norway. hut-to-hut hiking and freedom camping.
Hut-to-hut hiking and Freedom Camping is the way to go in Norway if you love the outdoors and want stay …
Europe riverboat cruises offer ease and old world beauty
Seeing Europe from a riverboat is an intimate way to navigate the historic Old World waterways. We were close to …
Changing women’s lives in Turkey with exercise.
I’m going to tell you right away what the best part of traveling and my job is: meeting amazing people …
Changing women’s lives in Turkey with exercise.
I’m going to tell you right away what the best part of traveling and my job is: meeting amazing people …
Tour company gives free bike trips to great teachers
For over a decade, outstanding teachers have won free bike trips during their summer vacations, thanks to the generosity of …
The Grand Canyon of Greece: hiking to cliff-top monasteries in meteora
The best part of any good hike is the reward of an epic view.You sweat and trek your way to …
Tasty travels: french country winter soup
When I was a student in Paris, a classmate invited me to her home in the Loire Valley for the …
Exploring Thessaloniki: Take a walk in the cultural capital of Greece
“Just walk slowly,” he said. A rather odd answer to my inquiry about tips for sightseeing in Thessaloniki, Greece, but …
Best costumes from Venice during “carnival”
Carnival in Venice is an elegant costume party in the streets, along the canals and in private villas. Locals and …
Best costumes from Venice during “carnival”
Carnival in Venice is an elegant costume party in the streets, along the canals and in private villas. Locals and …
Budget traveler tells five things not to do in London
London has no shortage of attractions. Whether you’re into food (best Indian food, hands down), shopping (Harrods…need I say more?), …
Florence’s sweet spots and italian men
The hardest part about your first few days in a foreign country is trying to balance your need for rest …