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A Restful Night’s Sleep on a Stearns & Foster Mattress

November 19, 2015 by Dave4 Comments

Earlier this year I was introduced to a Stearns & Foster Mattress with a stay in the Fairmont Hotel in San Francisco. This particular Fairmont is located on top of Nob Hill which already gives you nice views of parts of San Francisco simply based on the elevation. However one can be treated to more spectacular views by staying in a room on one of their uppermost floors. Visually I feasted on memorable views from the 14th floor overlooking Coit … [Read more...]

Filed Under: General Travel · Tagged: Animal Rescue, Caribbean, Italy, Jetsetter, San Francisco, Venice

Handcrafted San Francisco Experience + Giveaway, Stearns & Foster + Jetsetter

October 20, 2015 by DaveLeave a Comment

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...]

Filed Under: North America · Tagged: Art, Baseball, Bicycle, Bridges, Drinking, Italy, Jetsetter, Napa Valley, Restaurants, San Francisco, Venice, Vineyards, Wine Tasting

Best Reasons to Visit Losinj, Croatia

October 17, 2015 by Allison TibaldiLeave a Comment

Croatia’s picture-perfect island of Losinj sits in the Northern Adriatic Sea, a stone’s throw from Italy. It has been luring visitors since the 19th century, when Austro-Hungarian aristocracy first recognized its regal sheen. The curative effects of a near-perfect climate, crystalline sea and air infused with the scent of hundreds of native plant species made it a top health resort. Tourists have once again taken notice of this salubrious … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Europe · Tagged: Airport, Culinary travel, Culture, Drinking, Euro, Europe, Festival, Italy, Museum, Music, Resort, Restaurants, Sailing, Spa, Venice

Find the Quiet Side of Venice in Santa Elena

April 12, 2015 by Ron Engeldinger1 Comment

For most visitors, the Venice that they visit is jam-packed with crowds. The city is packed with spectacular sights and is one of the most popular tourist sites in Italy. It is one of my favorite European destinations. The city is wonderful any time of the year so I always schedule my visits for the off-season. Even then, I have been amazed at the number of visitors. Someone recently described Venice to me as a "Disneyland for adults" with … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Europe · Tagged: Airport, Architecture, Art, Bakeries, Beach, Bridges, Bus Travel, Disneyland, Festival, Film, History, Italy, Restaurants, Sand, Venice

Star Searching, Celebrity House Spotting with Starline Tours, Hollywood

March 25, 2015 by DaveLeave a Comment

What better time to take a Starline guided tour of Hollywood and hunt for celebrity homes and celebrities than during the Academy Award weekend. Hollywood's epic event attracts a number of celebrities to town, parties and those looking to see celebrities. Sure Hollywood is more chaotic then usual - with part of Hollywood Blvd shut down in the vicinity of Dolby Theatre and the buzz about the event by most everyone who happens to be in the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: North America · Tagged: Art, Bus Travel, Celebrity, Drinking, Food and Wine, Freeways, Hollywood, Los Angeles, Restaurants, Santa Monica, Venice, Walking tour

Maybe Montserrat, Maybe Not?

November 14, 2014 by John EdwardsLeave a Comment

Caribbean Chic and Volcanic VIPS in the Dead Zone "Lifestyles of the rich and famous" spokesman Robin Leach has nothing on budget jetsetter John M. Edwards. A West Indies "Old Hand" -- One who cannot sail, surf or fish - he still says Montserrat can't be beat for ATMO. If you don't mind destruction and destitution in the wake of a deadly volcanic eruption ... Maybe Montserrat? You plan your next Caribbean vacay around a disaster of … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Caribbean · Tagged: America, Beach, Britain, Caribbean, Celebrity, Culinary travel, Drinking, England, Expatriate, Houston, Ireland, Jetsetter, London, New Orleans, Paradise, Resort, Sailing, Sand, Seafood, Venice

Experience Authentic Venice at the Enrica Rocca Cooking School

June 15, 2014 by Laura Leigh Goyer3 Comments

Rialto Pescaria

I've been in Venice for 10 days by the time I meet Enrica Rocca; long past the point where I can stomach another meal from a restaurant with unappetizing photos of pasta plastered in the window. I'm desperate for something authentic and, as I walk with her through the Rialto markets, I sense I've found it. A native Venetian, Enrica is on a first name basis with most (if not all) of the vendors and shopkeepers in the city. The fishmongers at … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Europe · Tagged: Bus Travel, Canals, Cruising, Dessert, Food and Wine, Markets, Restaurants, Seafood, Shopping Mall, Venice, Walking tour, Wine Tasting

The Delights of the Menzies Welcombe HotelSpa & GolfClub

March 3, 2014 by Carolan NathanLeave a Comment

For many years as a youngster my Mum and Dad would take me to tea at this superb property deep in the heart of Warwickshire. Only a stone’s throw from Stratford Upon Avon the hotel offers all the many delights that country house hotels are famous for. The 157 acres grounds themselves are glorious with many secret pathways leading to extraordinary sights of the rolling hills of this shire. Growing up in Warwickshire was for me always an … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Europe · Tagged: Antiques, Britain, Drinking, England, Golf, Helicopter, History, Restaurants, Romantic, Seafood, Shopping Mall, Spa, Venice, Walking tour

Bolzano Christmas Market

December 18, 2013 by Simone VLeave a Comment

Are you rushing around trying to finish your Christmas shopping? Can't find anything in the shops for love or money? Perhaps you are just looking in the wrong place – the High Street might be fine for boring stuff like perfume, socks and ties but for something a bit different, a quick hop over to one of the many European Christmas markets is bound to do the trick. With time now quite short, you will need to make sure you choose the right one and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Europe · Tagged: Britain, Bus Travel, Christmas, Drinking, England, Europe, Italy, Markets, Shopping Mall, Ski Trip, Switzerland, Venice, Wine Tasting

A slice of Venice in Oakland

November 21, 2013 by Preethi ChandrasekharLeave a Comment

I've lived in the Bay Area, in northern California, since I was a kid, but have rarely had a reason to visit Oakland over the years. Oakland often evokes images of a poverty ridden, perhaps even a crime inflicted town. I just never thought it had anything worth checking out. I recently had the opportunity to spend the weekend in Oakland as part of a hosted trip for Dave's Travel Corner and boy was I wrong about Oakland. The city is definitely up … [Read more...]

Filed Under: North America · Tagged: California, Drinking, Italy, Oakland, Romantic, San Francisco, Seafood, Venice, Walking tour

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