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Lago di Como, Bellagio – Italy – June 2020

June 1, 2020 by DaveLeave a Comment

This International hot spot for inspirational natural beauty is world renown. The lake itself resembles the figure of a headless person in mid stride - with the two legs forming the main parts of the lake. Old small towns are perched at times precariously on the edges of its steep shores. Roads are narrow, steep and very windy. Bellagio (otherwise known as the "pearl of Lake Como) is one such town very popular with tourists for its scenic … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Highlight of the Month · Tagged: Casino, Italy, Public Transportation, Shopping Mall

Top 10 Things You Must do in Venice

May 9, 2020 by Fly and Seek2 Comments

Upon exiting the Venice train station travelers are greeted by turquoise canals and a stunning church. This is like a scene from a movie; one cannot have arrived in a more picturesque setting. As you lose yourself in the narrow streets it can be easy to forget the sites and attractions that lay within. In order to help with planning your trip to this storied city, we have picked our top 10 things you must do in Venice. TOP 10 THINGS YOU MUST … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Europe · Tagged: Architecture, Art, Bridges, Canals, Coffee, Food and Wine, History, Italy, Mountain Climbing, Museum, Romantic, Shopping Mall, Venice, Walking tour

Bucket-List Sailing Holidays

April 9, 2020 by Adil S1 Comment

When it comes to creating a bucket-list of holiday experiences you simply have to try, having a yacht or catamaran holiday features on almost everybody’s. Just imagine sitting on your own catamaran in a private bay, which you’ve gently bobbed and sailed across to, and that is miles away from anyone else. Your favourite music is playing, the smell of the barbecue being cooked drifts across, and you have your closest friends or family right there … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Other · Tagged: Beach, Cruising, Greece, Italy, Journey, Maldives, Mediterranean, Music, Paradise, Restaurants, Sailing, Seychelles

Varese Ligure, Italy – April 2020

April 1, 2020 by Dave2 Comments

There are so many places in Italy that face the fire of International tourism - regions that boast inspirational natural beauty, charming villages and rich history. With extended coverage in guidebooks and a word of mouth that travels quickly when it comes to planning summer vacations - these places are often over-run with visitors. However there is a charming part of Italy that is not yet over over visited. About 30 minutes into the hills from … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Highlight of the Month · Tagged: Bridges, Castle, History, Italy, Village

Tips & Tricks for Your Next Trip to Europe

February 18, 2020 by Amy Winters1 Comment

Before you start planning your trip to Europe, you must make sure that you have all your visa requirements in order. Although the majority of the European countries do not require a visa for a short stay, such as Italy, France, and Spain, there are a few countries that do. US citizens with a valid US passport can travel to 26 of the European countries that are under the Schengen Area for a maximum of 90 days without having to obtain a Schengen … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Europe · Tagged: Airline, Airport, Bus Travel, Euro, Europe, France, Italy, Passport, Public Transportation, Restaurants, Save Money, Shopping Mall, Spain, Visa

A Dazzling Display of Verdicchio by Italy’s Garofoli Winery

January 21, 2020 by Steve MirskyLeave a Comment

Garofoli Winery, one of the oldest family-owned winemakers in Italy's Marche region, dates back to 1871 and still specializes in 100% single vineyard Verdicchio, a drier white varietal ranging from still to sparkling renowned for distinctive purity and verve. Way before the Garofolis' took over, the winery's origins are rooted in the Middle Ages catering to local pilgrims streaming into the nearby Basilica della Santa Casa. The Bascillica still … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Europe · Tagged: Europe, Italy, Sand, Seafood, Vineyards, Wine Tasting

Best European Escapes To Get Closer To Nature

November 21, 2019 by Penny MartinelliLeave a Comment

Europe is every traveller’s dream destination. It will always have something for every type of traveller there is. If you prefer the outdoors and love to commune with nature, here are a few of the best places you can include on your must-visit in Europe. The Catalonian Region, Spain Catalonia (or Catalunya as it is known in Catalan, the language in this region) is located at the northeastern side of Spain. Its most popular is probably the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Art, Beach, Bicycle, Britain, Castle, Caves, Costa Brava, Drinking, England, Europe, Florence, France, Hiking, Italy, Mountain Climbing, Portugal, River Rafting, Rock climbing, Scuba Diving, Spain

5 World Destinations So Amazing You’ll Want to Move There

November 21, 2019 by Penny MartinelliLeave a Comment

Instead of spending your holiday break watching television or surfing random websites, perhaps it’s best to invest in something much worthwhile like travelling. Travelling has really proven to be beneficial since it gives one the opportunity to acquire new experiences, new friends, and new knowledge about the locals and their culture. As you travel to different places, you’ll be more exposed to different practices and beliefs. This allows you … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Asia, Canada, Culture, Drinking, Flowers, Food and Wine, History, Italy, Japan, Lifestyle, Mountain Climbing, Music, New Zealand, River Rafting, Scuba Diving, Sports, Surfing, Technology, Vietnam, Wildlife

MGM Springfield Jump Starts City’s Future by Rejuvenating Its Past

November 17, 2019 by Steve MirskyLeave a Comment

The Industrial Revolution ended long ago in the United States but remnants of its impact are still palpable. Once temples of commerce, many cities bustled with sprawling factories, grand theaters, turn of the century office towers, majestic hotels, and regal apartment buildings woven together by pedestrian friendly street grids. Today, much of this ornately designed architecture is demolished or condemned. Over the years, speculative … [Read more...]

Filed Under: North America · Tagged: America, Architecture, Art, Baseball, Bicycle, Bus Travel, Casino, Celebrity, Drinking, England, Food and Wine, History, Italy, Luxor, Massachusetts, Resort, San Francisco, Seafood, Shopping Mall, Sports

Aspen Meadows Resort a Dolce Resort: The World’s Best Biscotti Are In Aspen, Colorado

November 13, 2019 by Allison TibaldiLeave a Comment

I’m lucky enough to have lived in Tuscany for several years. During my time in the Chianti region, I consumed hundreds of biscotti made by professional bakers and family members alike. If you’re not familiar with these baked goods, you’re missing a delectable treat. In Italian, biscotti means twice-baked and they literally are twice-baked cookies. This biscuit originated in the Tuscan city of Prato but they are now popular all over Italy and far … [Read more...]

Filed Under: North America · Tagged: America, Art, Chocolate, Coffee, Colorado, Culinary travel, England, Hiking, Italy, London, Mountain Climbing, Museum, North America, Paradise, Resort, Rocky Mountains, Ski Trip, Tuscany, Wildlife, Wine Tasting

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