More people visit the Louvre in Paris than any other museum in the world. The French President has announced a sweeping renovation plan for the iconic institution, to the tune of about 800 million euros over the next decade. It’s hard to believe that the last time the Louvre had a makeover was over 30 years ago!...
Read More »5-Day Bermuda Adventure: From Scenic Trails to Whale WatchingDay 1HIKING, BIKING & PADDLING SCENIC TRAILSLace up your walking shoes or rent a pedal bike (bicycle) to traverse the Railway Trail, a railroad-bed-turned-pedestrian-path that sweeps the length of the 21-mile island. The trail meanders past spectacular beaches, tucked-away historic sites and popular points of interest including Scaur...
Read More »Music & Dance FestivalsThe melodic sounds of jazz and the rhythmic beats of Bomba float from local restaurants and street corners, often inspiring spontaneous celebrations on an island known for its welcoming, playful vibe.Fiesta Nacional de la Danza | Ponce: mid-May Festival de Bomba y Plena de San Antón | Ponce: July Fiestas de la Calle San Sebastián | Old San...
Read More »Stress-Free Family Travel: Tips for a Smooth and Enjoyable TripPlanning ahead can make all the difference. Start by choosing destinations that offer activities for people of all ages, such as beaches, interactive museums, or parks. Places with pools or play areas are especially ideal for families. When arranging travel, prioritize booking direct flights or, if driving, schedule...
Read More »It’s been a hundred years since the masterworks of American literary luminaries living in France in the roaring 20s epitomized and inspired the modern era of American travel to Europe. Between F. Scott Fitzgerald and close friend Ernest Hemingway and others, we have a treasure trove of accounts of the glamour and allure of life after...
Read More »Sydney’s one of the most famous harbor cities in the world. From the beautiful natural harbor that is central to Sydney’s identity to the unmistakeable silhouette of the Sydney Opera House, the drama of the Sydney Harbour Bridge and the legendary beaches that foster a coastal lifestyle of surfing, sunbathing, barbecue parties and boating, Sydney is...
Read More »Scotland’s so-called ‘Second City’ takes center stage in 2025 as it celebrates its 850th birthday. If you’ve only been to Edinburgh, it’s time to put Glasgow on the top of your Scottish travel list and discover its history and the thriving, vivid, cultural hub of modern Scotland on the River Clyde that’s even a UNESCO City...
Read More »Planes, trains… and sustainability. Adoption of ‘integrated intermodal travel’ is speeding faster than a locomotive around the world, especially in Europe and Asia, and it could mean the next time you book a flight, your journey - and ticket - will include a leg on a train or even a bus. The key to ‘integrated intermodal travel’ is...
Read More »We’ve written before about a few of the many reasons it’s valuable to work with an expert travel advisor, and a new study has just revealed one more: a third of people who book their own travel online end up making crucial errors that can end up: costing you money,creating unnecessary stress during travel or worse –losing...
Read More »Before Ibiza earned its reputation as the world’s hot spot for beach club nightlife and its electronic dance music scene, the Balearic Islands stayed under the radar of all but the most in-the-know of European travelers. Now the secret’s out – but there’s so much more to these four Mediterranean islands off the coast of Spain...
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