The Inca people of Peru have fascinated historians and archeologists alike for their advanced building techniques, farming practices, and cultural superiority. The ancient city of Cusco was the original capital of the Inca civilization and makes a great “home base” for tourists to the region. Beyond Cusco there are countless archeological sites that are worth […]
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Christmas markets are popular all over Europe – it’s fun to roam the streets in different cities, sampling the holiday treats and enjoying Christmas music and traditions that differ in each location. A private Berlin Christmas walking tour can be a much more enriching experience. You’ll begin at the Brandenburg Gate and continue to the […]
Penguins or polar bears? Are you interested in traveling to the most remote destination of the Northern Hemisphere or the southernmost part of the Southern Hemisphere? Do you wish to book a polar voyage where you’ll meet people who live in the Polar Region you’re visiting? Or do you think you’re more drawn to a remote Polar […]
There are plenty of reasons to do it – great hiking and biking trails (hike to the top of St. Patrick’s Mountain for a great view of the Atlantic), play some golf, or visit the Pirate Adventure Park. Westport is also the stepping off place for the great 5-hour Connemara Pub Tour. You’ll be driven […]
Catch a concert, ballet or opera at the Esplanade on Marina Bay. Experiencing the unusual architecture of this mecca for the arts is worth the trip alone. Over 3,000 acts of every performance art imaginable are held each year in this comfortable venue. If you opt for a matinee, later in the evening you can […]
After visiting Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park and becoming somewhat familiar with the Aboriginal culture, it’s no wonder that many people become fascinated with these people and their remarkable history. The fact that the oldest civilization in the world still exists is astonishing. If you are interested in learning more about the Aboriginals, consider the following […]
Mickey Mouse has taken on a totally new role as a world explorer! Adventures by Disney is now offering family vacations worldwide, giving families the opportunity to travel safely with their children to destinations that will expand their knowledge of other cultures, ancient history coming alive and broadening their perception of our world and its […]
What do you think of when someone mentions Scotland? Golf, kilts, bagpipes and whisky – maybe not in that order depending on your point of view. If scotch whisky comes to mind first you’ll want to take this three day tour of the Scottish highlands, traveling the district of Speyside and visiting seven functioning distilleries […]
One of the most interesting regions in Italy is Tuscany. It is well known not only for the medieval towns, world famous architecture and artwork, and beautiful countryside – it’s also the home of Italy’s most prolific vineyards and olive oil groves. Take a small group tour on the Chianti Classico Wine and Olive Oil […]
Visiting the vast Amazonian rainforest is an experience you won’t soon forget. The amazing number of species of birds, fish and reptiles, and other animals that inhabit the jungle is mind-boggling. You are most likely aware of the fragility of this paradise and have an interest in preserving it for future generations. Please consider one […]
If you’re visiting the Krakow Christmas Market in Poland, you may want to take a break from the holiday festivities to visit one of the first Unesco World Heritage Sites in Europe – the Wieliczka Salt Mine. This fascinating mine has been in operation for over 700 years, and is popular with visitors not only for it’s […]
If you plan to travel to Ireland and have limited time for the visit, you’ll probably only have the chance to visit one of Ireland’s two most popular cities – Dublin and Belfast. So which to choose? Dublin has much to recommend itself – it’s the home of the iconic Guiness Storehouse for starters! It’s […]
If you’re a history buff and medieval architecture and artifacts interest you, you’ll want to visit Tuscany, which contains 7 UNESCO World Heritage sites. These sites range from the entire city of Florence, home to the famous Uffizi museum, to the landscape of the Val d’Orcia with its iconic Tuscan rolling hills and evidence of […]
Safety Protocols on Harmony of the Seas At Port Canaveral, after we dropped off our luggage with the porters, we walked up to check in with our passport, vaccination card and proof of negative PCR test. This was all outside, and masks were required as we went through this process. We were cleared to go […]
Award given at TLN’s annual conference, EDGE Maple Grove, MN (November 29, 2021) – Travel Leaders of Maple Grove was given the Agency of Excellence Award at Travel Leaders Network’s (TLN’s) annual conference EDGE. EDGE was held from October 18-21 at the Loews Royal Pacific and Sapphire Falls Resort at Universal Orlando in Orlando, FL. […]