The iconic Four Seasons George V reopens, signaling the return of Paris
The Four Seasons George V in Paris has re-opened, featuring grand personalized culinary experiences with its array of Michelin starred chefs.
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Hotel degli Orafi: The genuine Florentine “Room With a View”
Hotel degli Orafi is the original Florentine "Room With A View" from the James Ivory film, mere steps from the Ponte Vecchio.
Longevity makes blue zone Costa Rica a top destination for retirees
Costa Rica ranks as one of the top 5 healthiest locales in the world, and as the third most desirable country for expats retirees to live.
Travel Nicaragua: From its cities to eco lodges, always exciting
We may. not be able to travel, but we can start planning for those great trips. Nicaragua offers plenty to do, away from the throngs.
Travel safety tips for Summertime road trips during COVID-19
Travel will return despite COVID, but how can we do so safely? Be prepared with the correct PPE items - gloves, masks, sanitizer and wipes - to keep every environment you enter clean and COVID free.
Glenwood Springs, CO: Land of water and wonder in the Rocky Mountains
Known as The Land of Water, Glenwood Springs, has three separate, world-class mineral hot springs making it the idyllic respite to soothe your soul.
Southern Museum of Civil War & Locomotive History: Enjoy history. Online!
On way to learn about history from home during Covid-19 is taking in the Southern Museum of Civil War and Locomotive History in Kennesaw, Georgia.
3 great castles of Bellinzona: Castelgrande, Montebello and Sasso Corbaro
Any Swiss town like Bellinzona that boasts three fortresses — Castelgrande, Montebello and Sasso Corbaro — must have a great story behind it.
Sweden a modern destination for the historical ages
Three of the five Nordic countries, Norway, Finland, and Sweden, make up a trio of peninsulas that extend fingers of land that eventually yield to the sea
Cruising vs Coronavirus: Travel’s virus culprit or scapegoat
Travel may be the hardest hit industry during this global CoronaVirus outbreak. Cruise ships getting the brunt of the disdain.
Taking advantage of a little known law for post-pandemic travel
Travel has always had its rules and regulations. This little known federal law offers some protection when making post-pandemic flight reservations.
Flight attendants: The Top Ten things that really bug them
What better way to come up with helpful air travel hints than by viewing aviation as seen by those who fly for a living: flight attendants.
Faux Basel where life imitates art and vice versa
Basel has quickly become one of the cultural hubs of the continent with more museums per capita than any city in Europe. Yet Americans pass it by in droves?
Back to normalcy after the Great Lockdown. Will it be safe to travel again?
President Trump knows that if he ends the Great Lockdown early it may cause new waves of pandemic panic and potentially destroy the tourism industry.
A Good Friday visit to the mysterious Garden Tomb of Golgotha
This Good Friday we are being asked to not gather and share our faith. But we can find ways to remember the events and the Garden Tomb of Golgotha.
Searching for Irish legends is a good way to tour the country
Every country has its own legends. Norway, its trolls, Scotland the unicorn, Germany the Brothers Grimm and the Lorelei. Come search Irelands legends.
Simple, practical tips when we are ready for post-coronavirus travel
CHARLOTTE, NC: With the travel industry reeling from coronavirus quarantines, cancellations and rescheduling, perhaps now is a good time to offer a new collection of travel tips that, hopefully, can be useful when our topsy-turvey world returns to normal. Not all of these will work for everyone in every case, but many of these neat ...
Oberammergau Passion Play rescheduled: News and speculation
Due to the worldwide coronavirus crisis, the country of Germany recently announced the postponement of the acclaimed Oberammergau Passion Play.
Jantar Mantar, India: Sundials and astronomical instruments keeping time
With accuracy within two seconds, the Jantar Mantar, India sundials and astronomical instruments are a stellar UNESCO heritage site
The Nelson wine region: a gem on the coast of New Zealand’s South Island
At the north-western end of New Zealand, South Island is the Nelson wine region, home to 22 cellar doors and boasting a surprising variety of grapes.