If you are planning a trip to Italy, it makes sense to get familiar with the various regions of Italy first and then make an itinerary that takes you to your favorite spots. Here is a list of the most popular regions of Italy, their main cities and what to see and do in each […]
20+ Best Things To Do In Venice, Italy
Top 20+ Things To Do In Venice, Italy Venice is a stunning Italian city that is jam-packed with culture, history, and beauty. This quaint island holds a rich religious history, ancient architecture and 150 beautiful canals. The combination of all these aspects supplies Venice with a charm unmatched by other cities. It’s like stepping into […]
Holiday Gifts for Travelers: 2016 Edition
Its that time of year again when we wrack our brains looking for those perfect gifts for travelers in our life. As travelers ourselves, we are always on the look-out for new gadgets and travel items that make our travels easier. And, we are also fans of books that whet our appetites when we are […]
A Perfect River Cruise for Seniors
By now you have heard of the popularity of river cruising among seniors. As a senior myself, I can attest that it is a wonderful, relaxing way to see the world. Here are six reasons why a river cruise is a perfect way for seniors to travel Europe and beyond. And, if you are accustomed to […]
Travel Stuff We Love
We love to travel and we also love to share with our readers items that make travel easier, more interesting, or are just plain fun. Here is our latest batch of travel stuff we love: Travel Stuff We Love Carry on Backpack Our latest love (for sure) is Standard Luggage Company’s Carry-on Backpack. We received a […]
Paris Insider tips: Make the Most of your Paris Trip
I have traveled to Paris dozens of times and am always amazed at how much I learn about this wonderful city on each visit. If it is your first time in Paris, take a look at our helpful 3 days in Paris itinerary for first time visitors, our guide on where to stay in Paris, […]
Hop on for a Benelux Culinary Tour
Rail travel is often associated with the hateful commuter necessity that we experience daily or the iconic luxury experiences that we only read about; but is there anything in between? Those were my thoughts as I boarded the Eurostar for a nine day trip that would weave me across Benelux – Belgium, Netherlands and Luxembourg […]
The Kinderdijk Windmills, a Year-round Attraction
If you’re looking for the quintessential Dutch landscape, you can’t find a better one than Kinderdijk. Located a mere sixteen kilometers from Rotterdam , in the province of South Holland, this tiny village is home to the Kinderdijk Windmills. These nineteen old windmills, make up the most dense concentration of windmills in the entire Netherlands. It lies at […]
Pre-Trip Planning for Your Travels to Europe
When traveling to Europe, it is essential that you plan ahead. Here are some of the things you can do in advance to make sure you avoid the glitches that may occur when you aren’t prepared. Pre-trip planning for Europe Travels Get Travel Insurance Yes, most likely you won’t need it, but if you need […]
Uzes: a Treasure in France’s Languedoc Roussillon
If you’ve never been to the Languedoc Roussillon region of France, you are missing a whole lot, including an opportunity to visit the beautiful town of Uzes. As a matter of fact, I recommend that you spend an entire week in Uzes and use it as a hub from which to explore the region. Why […]