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Essential Smells, Essential Oils, Exploring the Lavender Fields of Provence with Viking Cruises

July 21, 2018 by Dave14 Comments

A highlight of a Viking cruise to Provence is a full-day excursion to the heart of southern France's lavender country. However, plan your trip accordingly - timing is everything when it comes to this aromatic plant. It must be sown at a certain time of year and harvested precisely during dry warm conditions. And for those coming to be inspired by its visual appeal, there is a certain time of year for that as well. The lavender fields hit their … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Europe · Tagged: Art, Cruising, Flowers, Food and Wine, France, History, Massage, Museum, Restaurants, Shopping Mall, Village, Wine Tasting

How to Prepare and Pack Like a Pro for a Trip

July 6, 2018 by DaveLeave a Comment

After 20+ years of traveling, a question I am asked every now and then is, "I will be traveling to (fill in the destination here) - how should I pack?" And the answer that I always reply with is, "pack light"! I'm less concerned with how long you are going for and where you are going - as I have lightweight options that will work for general travel to most destinations on the planet regardless of whether your trip is a week or 2 months. One … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Airport, Antarctica, Cruising, Fashion, Food and Wine, Mediterranean, Mountain Climbing, Passport, Thailand, Virginia, Wildlife

Enjoy an unforgettable weekend in magical Monte Carlo

July 4, 2018 by Rik OLeave a Comment

You would need a magnifying glass to find it on a map of the world, but the tiny European principality of Monaco, and specifically its capital Monte Carlo is hugely evocative to people from all walks of life. Followers of celebrity gossip know it is the playground of the rich and famous – its marina contains scores of multi million dollar yachts, and from Grace Kelly in the 1950s to Kim Kardashian and Beyonce today, it has always been the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Aquarium, Casino, Caves, Celebrity, Cruising, Film, Garden, Mediterranean, Mexico, Monaco, Mountain Climbing, Museum, New Mexico, Sports

Alabama’s Newest Summer Destination for Family Fun

June 28, 2018 by Tomeka Allgood1 Comment

In the summer of 2017, a new amusement park opened its doors in Foley, Alabama. OWA, pronounced like oh-wah, is located just 9 miles from Gulf Shores and Orange Beach, Alabama. It is the only park of its kind in the state of Alabama and the Gulf Coast as well, since Hurricane Katrina destroyed Six Flags New Orleans in 2005. OWA is the perfect destination for family summer fun along Alabama's Gulf  Coast. The name OWA was inspired from the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: North America · Tagged: Alabama, Beach, Boston, Celebrity, Coffee, Cruising, Drinking, Fashion, Film, Food and Wine, Gulf Shores, New Orleans, New York City, Restaurants, Shopping Mall, Sports, Walking tour, Zoo

The Best Disney Vacation Tips & Tricks – Top 10 Planning Hacks to get the Most Out of DVC

May 23, 2018 by Lisa Marie PonderLeave a Comment

Disney Vacation Club Welcome Sign: "Wishing You A Magical Day" Planning a trip to one of Disney Vacation Club’s resorts through Fidelity Real Estate is already sure to be a magical experience. Why not maximize your fun with a few (or all) of these little extras to enjoy every moment of your getaway? In addition to booking your week(s) in advance, we recommend planning the details ahead, at least six months in advance, to ensure availability of … [Read more...]

Filed Under: North America · Tagged: America, California, Chocolate, Cruising, Disneyland, Florida, Flowers, Honeymoon, Massage, Music, Nightlife, Orlando, Resort, Restaurants, Shopping Mall, Spa

High Peaks Resort Offers 3 Distinctive Lodging Options in Lake Placid Village

May 20, 2018 by Steve Mirsky1 Comment

Tucked above Main Street overlooking the shores of Mirror Lake The Resort at High Peaks was originally built as the Lake Placid Hilton in 1980 to accommodate Winter Olympics crowds. Much later in 2008 it experienced a rebirth with a complete overhaul redeveloping every aspect of the property except its original footprint. The Resort at High Peaks exudes a lake front retreat vibe rather than in-town hotel until you descend a stairway to … [Read more...]

Filed Under: North America · Tagged: Beer, Coffee, Cruising, Drinking, Fishing, Ice Cream, Lodge, Museum, Resort, Restaurants, Sailing, Shopping Mall, Spa, Sports, Village, Walking tour

4 top horse racing events in Great Britain

March 22, 2018 by Ahmed BLeave a Comment

Horse racing is one of the most popular sports in Great Britain and there are some truly iconic events to watch throughout the year. From the stamina-sapping thrills and spills of the Grand National at Aintree to the excitement of The Derby at Epsom, the country boasts a wealth of top class equine action. Read on for our top four recommendations of horse racing events worth visiting in Britain. The Grand National - Aintree Scheduled … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Animal Rescue, Britain, Castle, Cruising, England, Festival, Ireland, Sports, Wildlife

Soneva Fushi Launches World’s First 3D Astronomy Resort Program in the Maldives

March 20, 2018 by DaveLeave a Comment

Leading luxury eco-resort becomes world's first to introduce state-of-the-art stargazing technology for guests New York - Soneva, the world-leading luxury resort operator, is the first in the world to bring the 3D astronomy experience to its guests, with the introduction of a brand-new Meade telescope at the Observatory at Soneva Fushi, its flagship resort in the Baa Atoll of the Maldives. Now, the resident astronomers at Soneva Fushi will … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Art, Australia, Beach, Biosphere, Chocolate, Cruising, Desert, Fashion, History, Ice Cream, Maldives, New York City, Resort, Technology, Thailand, Wildlife

Expedition Cruise Specialist Expands Program to Include New Trip to Chilean Fjords

March 10, 2018 by DaveLeave a Comment

Vancouver – Following the announcement that One Ocean Expeditions (OOE) will be celebrating its 10th anniversary year with the addition of RCGS Resolute to its fleet in November 2018, the expedition cruise specialist has also revealed that it will be expanding its cruise program in 2019 to include several new itineraries in Chile. The first voyage of this new programme, which will also be the inaugural non-polar expedition on board RCGS … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: America, Antarctica, Argentina, Biosphere, Canada, Chile, Cruising, Glacier, National Park, Norway, South America, Vancouver, Whales, Wildlife

Vikings Fourth Ocean Ship Named in Shanghai

March 9, 2018 by DaveLeave a Comment

930-Guest Viking Sun is the First Cruise Ship Ever Named on The Bund Los Angeles (March, 2018) – Viking® (www.vikingcruises.com) today announced that its fourth ocean ship, Viking Sun®, was officially named during a spectacular celebration on The Bund, in the heart of Shanghai. The ship is currently sailing Viking’s sold-out 141-day World Cruise from Miami to London, and its stop in Shanghai marks the first time one of Viking’s ocean ships has … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: America, Art, Asia, Beer, Canals, China, Cruising, Culinary travel, Culture, Europe, Germany, History, India, London, Los Angeles, Mediterranean, Music, North America, Norway, Restaurants

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