Costa Rica – Moon, Stars, Magic
Costa Rica: Waterfalls cascade into warm pools at Tabacon Grand Thermal Resort. Larry Kessler contributed this guest post. Costa Rica magic. Abracadabra! Alakazam! Spin the globe and throw a dart....
View ArticleParis Shopping -Finding the Best “Souvenirs”
Paris shopping advice from a Parisian. What could be better? Paris shopping is a subject near and dear to the heart of Pascale Heuzé, who lives in Vincennes – a community in the eastern suburbs of the...
View ArticleBest Time to Visit La Jolla, California
Best time to visit La Jolla: the 2015 La Jolla Concours d’Elegance is Friday, April 10 – Sunday, April 12. The best time to visit La Jolla – my hometown – will depend on what you want to do when… The...
View ArticleMiami Airport Hotel – Not Fancy But Handy
The Miami Airport Hotel offers great beds in a quiet location. Miami Airport Hotel – You already know I’m crazy about airport hotels, right? The Fairmont at Vancouver Airport (YVR) and Grand Hyatt at...
View ArticleMachu Picchu – How to Avoid the Crowd
Thanks to expert planning, my husband and I had Machu Picchu almost to ourselves and weren’t distracted by crowds of other visitors. That’s my definition of authentic luxury travel! Machu Picchu has...
View ArticleMy Life in Luggage
My life in luggage: this French guy won my heart. He’s sturdy and folds up to almost nothing for easy storage. Luggage You’ve probably heard the expression “You have to kiss a lot of frogs, before you...
View ArticleSol y Luna – Enjoy This Luxury Peru Lodging
The whimsical creations of Peruvian artist Federico Bauer are the hallmark of Sol y Luna. Sol y Luna was our first luxury hotel experience in Peru and it set a high bar for the rest of our trip. The...
View ArticleSanta Fe, NM – What’s Hot This Summer
As you wander around Santa Fe this summer, be on the lookout for classic balconies like this one. Santa Fe, New Mexico is a popular summer destination because this “City Different” offers an abundance...
View ArticleAmazon River – Cruising Peru in Style
Pure bliss: Cruising on the Amazon River with Delfin 1. Amazon River cruising didn’t sound all that appealing when my friend Nina first mentioned it to me. In fact, just the words “Amazon River”...
View ArticleBest La Jolla Beach Boutique Hotel
La Jolla beach – best boutique hotel. La Jolla beach hotels tend to be busy places, but one boutique property offers a sweet retreat with an ocean view. Scripps Inn faces the Pacific a few blocks south...
View ArticleRancho La Puerta – Savor Mexico Near San Diego
Rancho La Puerta is well known for their great food, including this chocolate flan. Rancho La Puerta, the famous spa retreat in Tecate, Mexico, is a great option for visitors to San Diego who want a...
View ArticleVictoria Falls – Best Places to Stay in Livingstone
Sindabezi Lodge, near Victoria Falls, is a great example of authentic luxury lodging. Victoria Falls – located between the countries of Zambia and Zimbabwe in Africa – is the world’s largest sheet of...
View ArticleEat Withlocals in Spain – Olé!
Withlocals in Barcelona: eat, drink, and say “salud!” Withlocals….think Airbnb, but instead of authentic places to stay, Withlocals connects travelers with local chefs and authentic food experiences. A...
View ArticleLearn French, Travel With Your Tutor
Learn French in France with Pascale Heuzé. Learn French while traveling with your teacher in Eastern France. Doesn’t that sound like fun? Our Parisian friend Pascale Heuzé previously shared her ideas...
View ArticleSeattle – Have Fun Like a Local
Seattle Great Wheel and ferries crossing Puget Sound are best viewed from the roof deck at Inn at the Market. Seattle. When you think of The Emerald City what pops into your mind? The Space Needle?...
View ArticleAmsterdam Hotels – Tips From Travel Journos
Amsterdam hotels – The Apple Inn offers 30 modern rooms near The Vondelpark. Amsterdam hotels? Really? In addition to writing about travel on this site and elsewhere, I help travelers plan their trips....
View ArticleBest Hotel Suites Near La Jolla Cove, San Diego
La Jolla Cove, in San Diego’s favorite beach community, is a wonderful spot to swim and snorkel. La Jolla Cove is easily the most recognized spot in my hometown – and for good reason. The lovely little...
View ArticleLava Lava Beach Club – Eat, Play, Slumber
Lava Lava Beach Club on the Big Island of Hawaii offers the comfort of home and the cool vibe of a surf shack. Lava Lava Beach Club. Isn’t that a great name? And here’s the best part: unlike many cool…...
View ArticleAuthentic Tuscany in a Day with Km Zero
Authentic Tuscany: hill towns, slow travel, and farm-to-table food. Authentic Tuscany…Before I read this guest post, I thought exploring Tuscany was, by definition, a multi-day event. However, I now...
View ArticleBargain Airline Tickets From Santa
Airline tickets – getting bargains requires perseverence. Airline tickets: if you’re like me, shopping around for the best airfares is not your favorite thing to do. I mean, could it be more confusing?...
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