Inspiration in Nafplio Nestled in the heart of Greece with easy access to the Peloponnese, Nafplio is one of the most scenic villages in Greece. Known for its vibrant pink flowers, striking blue water, and ancient castles, Nafplio is every artist’s dream. With easy day trips to the island of Hydra and ancient cities such…
Cuba: Culture, Cigars and the Caribbean A short flight from Miami, Cuba is the largest Caribbean island, home to over 11 million residents. Populated with friendly locals and UNESCO-listed cities Cuba is rich with culture, food and art. American travel to Cuba is supposed to increase dramatically over the next year, so now…
Top Places to See on Your European River Cruise Europe is filled with rivers darting in, out and alongside some of its most famous and beautiful cities. This sometimes makes rivers better than roads in order to get to and from major European cities. Before deciding which rivers in Europe to cruise check out our…
Holland is magical year round, but it may well be at its best in the short, chilly days of winter. No culture on earth does cozy quite like the Dutch, from the inviting interiors you’ll glimpse through open curtains to the warmth of candle-lit brown cafes. The Dutch bundle up and bike in the snow….
Montalcino, Top of your Bucket List So much to see and do in Italy. Of course you will likely start with Venice, Florence and Rome, what we knowlingly call The Big Three. (Wink. Nudge.) You may have gotten into the Tuscan countryside or the Amalfi Coast. If you’re lucky (and/or savvy), you’ve dug more deeply into these places….
When I think of Budapest, my brain activates distant memories of backpack travel as a college student. In those days, money was tight, and luckily the city had much to offer that was free or inexpensive, and that has not changed. Just imagine a sprawling Castle District and marvelous views of a city glistening in…
Internet is like oxygen for many of us, it is that essential and taken for granted. But when you travel to Europe, a lot of things leave your control. Internet can be spotty. The tools we take for granted, like GPS and e-pay, can fail us. While new technology is an indispensable tool for today’s…
Your European vacation is almost here? Great! You’ve followed our tips to boost your Cultural IQ, and you’ve reached new understandings of the places you will visit on your trip? Fantastic! You are ready to connect with the locals, make new friends, and travel deeply and richly. Here are some tips to bring along with…
So, you’ve got your flights reserved and your vacation rental apartment booked. You might even be congratulating yourself for choosing an apartment over a hotel, and you are well on your way to having a bonafide like-a-local experience. Good for you! But don’t stop now! There are some easy things you can do before your…
Wine-lovers, outdoor enthusiasts and history buffs rejoice. Alsace is a territory that has changed hands too many times between France and Germany, and it has something to offer to everyone. Here are our favorites. 1. Bergheim is a delightful, flowered village and, in our eyes, the epitome of Alsatian charm with its picturesque, half-timbered homes,…