10 Reasons Why Ocean Cruisers Will Love River Cruising When comes to cruising, ocean voyages have long been a top choice for vacationers. Offering affordability, convenience, and the assurance of having everything you need in one place, they are a perfect way to embark on an amazing getaway. What could be better than that? Well, […]

When you think of Amsterdam, what comes to mind? Canals, wooden shoes, tulips, maybe the red-light district? My thoughts go straight to cheese. And, apparently, I’m not the only one. Holland is the 2nd largest exporter of cheese in the world (Germany is # 1, and Italy, France, Denmark, and the USA follow behind respectively). […]

With the official island motto “one happy island” you know it’s got to be good!! A beach lover’s paradise, this island is perfect for relaxation and fun (local beer in hand 😉). The coastlines boast unspoiled, powdery white sand and sapphire waters. Being south of the “hurricane zone” you’ll find perfect year-round temperatures. With 365 […]

Perfectly located just southeast of the Bahamas, the 40 low-lying islands of Turks & Caicos make an excellent option for some relaxation wrapped in luxury. Once home to notorious pirates, the shorelines and waterways of these unspoiled islands are now patrolled by chilled-out vacationers on paddleboards and kayaks, with sea turtles and brown pelicans as […]

Lush, colorful, eclectic and full of surprises, this eastern Caribbean nation is an island made for romance. A perfect day here could include enjoying the spectacular views at Smugglers Beach; discovering the island’s history at Pigeon Island National Landmark; hiking up one of the Pitons, the verdant volcanoes that are St. Lucia’s most recognizable landmarks; […]

Paris and pastry go hand in hand.  It’s almost impossible to think of one without the other. Immediately, pastel-colored patisseries come to mind, filled with sweet temptations of every sort.  Below you will discover three iconic desserts and where to find them in the French capital.  The Tarte Au Citron – Tarte Au Citron, also […]

Known for its canals, masked balls, and gondolas, however, upon visiting Venice, you also must try some of their most authentic, delicious dishes. So, in case you’re not sure where to begin or what to eat while in Venice, Italy, here is a list of the most popular delights. 1. Spaghetti in Nero di Seppia […]

Don’t get me wrong, I can eat Croque monsieur, chèvre salad, and duck rillettes most days while on a French holiday.  But, not everyone shares my Franco-food addiction. Listed below are options so good, they often pull me off my French food train. Because naturally, Paris draws the best chefs of all nationalities to her […]

In Spain, both words describe the tasty morsels before dinner.  As a late-night affair, dinner needs to be preceded with a snack to hold off the hunger.  Known as tapas throughout most of Spain these little snacks can certainly make a meal on their own.  Only in the Basque region of Spain are the small […]

If you’re thinking a vacation in Los Cabos is only for spring breakers and partyers think again. Cabo can be a wonderful place to try local or Haute Mexican cuisine. In fact, a vacation in Los Cabos is the perfect place to have a relaxed and delicious gourmet holiday. Here are my 4 favorite ways […]