It had been a few years since I had spent any time in San Francisco; during my prior visits it always seemed like the city was blanked in fog - not so this trip. Apparently some of the best months to visit San Francisco are in September and October, when the fog often stays at bay and and visitor's are greeted by beautiful sunshine. This was a handcrafted trip arranged by Stearns & Foster to experience some memorable moments in San Francisco … [Read more...]
Art Destinations of Bogota
Paris and Florence: art destinations. Sure. But Bogota, Colombia? Absolutely! Lisa was fascinated to discover so many artist hot spots in Bogota. Don't miss these on your trip! Graffiti Street Art Tour- Graffiti art is allowed in Bogota and can be seen all over the city. Tour Guide Federico Ruiz explains that the city provides blank canvases for many street artists with large, plain walls. The Kiss is a piece of graffiti art from 2013 that is … [Read more...]
Getting the Full Monti: a Guide to Rome’s Hippest Neighbourhood
Just a stone's throw away from the chaos that is Rome’s Colosseum, lies the uber hip and largely unknown neighbourhood of Monti, buzzing with independent boutiques, trendy eateries and fashionable wine bars, and adored by local Romans and hipster tourists alike. You will find a true cross section of Rome wandering the cobbled streets of Monti; from super trendy arty types searching for their next vintage find, to Roman families looking for a … [Read more...]
Upcoming Cruise, Holland America Line Caribbean & Sweepstakes Offer
Holland America Line recently reached out to me to join them on their first Caribbean cruise of the season. For whatever reason, the Caribbean is one of the last parts of the world I have not spent much time in. That will change after this trip as I am taking much of October to explore some additional islands with my brother who is flying in from Verona Italy (where he lives). I went on a River Cruise in Europe earlier this year but this will … [Read more...]
Paradise Found: High Spirits and Good Eats in Montana
On the culinary trail from Bozeman to Missoula Sipping wine on a breezy summer day in a place called Paradise was a little slice of heaven, indeed. And it wasn't the only experience that had me in high spirits on a three-day road trip that began in Bozeman and took us northwest to Missoula. With the guidance of our local Montana companions, my husband and I sampled surprisingly innovative dishes, traditional Montana classics, fine wines, … [Read more...]
Unexpected Gems of Bogota, Colombia
The Easiest Way to See Bogota, Colombia Bogota, Colombia has never been easy to get to. Until now! Avianca is offering a new direct flight, straight from Terminal 2 at LAX, all the way to Bogota, Colombia. This new direct flight is the easiest way to reach the unique city. Lisa Niver, Founder of We Said Go Travel, boarded her flight to Bogota and enjoyed incredibly fresh food on the plane. When Lisa arrived in Bogota, it was raining, but that … [Read more...]
Visit Chicago – October 2015
The nation's third largest city is urban mecca with a plethora of dining options, a mix of intriguing old and new world architecture and plenty of activities to keep one busy for days. There is the world class Field Museum, The Lincoln Park Zoo (still free), lots of miles of waterfront along Lake Michigan and one of the tallest buildings in the Western Hemisphere, the famous Willis Tower (formerly Sears tower). The "loop" as it is called is a … [Read more...]
Guam Unveils Major Cultural Island Events in 2016
(Los Angeles, CA) – 2016 is looking to be a big cultural and international year for Guam, a US territory in the Pacific. With two major international events, Festpac and PATA, plus the many other unique amenities of the island, 2016 is the perfect year to plan a visit to this tropical destination and to discover the things visitors can find only on Guam. Guam Visitors Bureau is proud to announce that Guam has been selected to host the 12th … [Read more...]
Maritime Québec: A Feast for the Senses
Highlights of a three-day Québec road trip For three days this summer, it was a delight to be on the road in parts of Québec that I'd never visited: Bas-Saint-Laurent and Gaspésie, two of the province's maritime regions on the St. Lawrence River. Driving north from our starting point in Québec City to our first destination about 100 miles north, the village of Kamoraska, my travel companions and I were soon passing through rural areas with … [Read more...]
Taking Advantage of Bright Sun in Belfast Before the Rain Sets In
Upon landing in Belfast, Northern Ireland (or as some might say, 'Nord Iron') I was pleasantly surprised to see some sun peeking through the clouds. Coming from bright sunny days in Spain this past week with warm temperatures I had braced myself for brisk cloudy days and bone chilling nights. I felt welcomed on the bus ride into town; a gentleman facing me in another seat kept smiling my way - talking to the lady he was with and nodding in my … [Read more...]
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