Disney Vacation Club is without a doubt one of the best vacation clubs in the world, and they take Orlando vacations to a whole new level. DVC owners have over 15 resorts to choose from when they are planning their vacations, with 11 surrounding the Walt Disney World theme parks in Orlando. With so many to choose from, which one is best? The top DVC resorts in Orlando have incredible decor themes, accommodations, restaurants, and easy access to … [Read more...]
Mark Twain Country, Missouri – October 2021
One of the world's greatest travelers, Mark Twain once said, (we won't reference the common Twain quote here) "...nothing so liberalizes a man and expands the kindly instincts that nature put in him as travel and contact with many kinds of people." During our International travels we sometimes come across Mark Twain monuments indicating his prior visit. The man got around. Mark Twain was born in what is still very rural Missouri. When you … [Read more...]
Top Tips For Wine Tasting In France: Your 5-step Guide
With beautiful scenery and rich history, France is ready to welcome you on its soil. Whether you come seeking a luxurious holiday or an educational one, there is one thing in France that you simply cannot overlook. Spread along multiple beautiful villages and provinces there are the most amazing wineries that offer guided visits and most importantly - wine tasting events. However if you are not sure where to start, here are the top tips for wine … [Read more...]
The Utopia in the middle of the South Atlantic Ocean – Interview with Shirley Squibb, Deputy Head of the Tourism Department of Tristan da Cunha
Recently, I had the pleasure of interviewing Shirley Squibb to get an insider's glimpse of life in Tristan da Cunha, a South Atlantic Ocean island that is completely isolated from the outside world. Surrounded by rough seas and untouched wilderness, coupled with unpredictable weather conditions, Tristan was founded by a Portuguese admiral named Admiral Tristao da Cunha in 1506. Edinburgh of the Seven Seas is the main village in Tristan where all … [Read more...]
Planning a Tour to Chernobyl
I was fortunate to have visited Ukraine once in my life. This was 5 years ago; I took full advantage of a stop over flight from Moscow to Tbilisi in the country of Georgia. While just a couple of days I got a feel for the city including its gorgeous cathedrals, a visit to Pechersk Lavra – a large complex of Orthodox Churches and a stop to the colorful buildings of Vozdvyzhenka. But one of my highlights was a visit to the National Chornobyl … [Read more...]
The Biltmore, Asheville North Carolina – July 2021
This impressive property features what is the largest still privately owned family home in the United States of America - the mansion is over 178,000 square feet featuring 250 rooms. It was built between 1889 and 1895 by businessman and art collector George Vanderbilt (part of the banking and steamship family). More then 1,000 laborers were hired to complete this uniquely impressive home - that somewhat resembles a French chateau. Vanderbuilt … [Read more...]
A Visit to a Special Part of the World, The Tuomotos
We arrived at the tiny aerodrome on the island of Rangiroa in the Tuamotu archipelago of French Polynesia - marveling at the narrow air strip surrounded on both sides by aquamarine waters. Unlike all passengers we did not have any hotel reservations and we lingered around until all the passengers left and the steel gates began to close - completely locking down the small airport building. One guy walked up to us and asked us if we needed … [Read more...]
How to Spend a Long Weekend in Gibraltar
Gibraltar is an unusual city on the Iberian peninsula. A British overseas territory, this city has long been fought for by the Moors, the Spanish and finally the British. It's location is it's main attraction, being just a stone’s throw from Africa. Whilst we don't suggest you start fighting for the rights of your country here, it does make an incredibly picturesque holiday location. If you're lucky enough to get a weekend to yourself, then … [Read more...]
Visit Cyprus – The Deputy Ministry of Tourism of the Republic of Cyprus
Q1. What are the challenges of promoting tourism in a small island that is politically divided in two parts? The Republic of Cyprus was invaded in 1974 by Turkey who then created an illegal pseudo-state in its occupied part that is not internationally recognized. The Republic of Cyprus promotes tourism in the area it currently controls, by making sure services provided by the industry are up to the standards set by laws, by cooperating with … [Read more...]
Follow the Nomadic Footprints in Kyrgyzstan – Interview with Aisha Mambetalieva, Director and co-founder of Kyrgyz Tourism LLC
Interviewing Aisha Mambetalieva is similar to wearing a Virtual Reality headset and going on a virtual tour around the highlands of Kyrgyzstan. Her passion for the history and tradition of the Kyrgyz nomads is contagious. Through her enthusiasm and lively narration, she transported me through the nomadic lands of Kyrgyzstan. I imagined myself standing in a green alpine pasture. I was surrounded by unspoiled and majestic mountains in the … [Read more...]
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