I was lucky enough to experience the Christmas Market in Nice, France. They call this market the Village de Noel Nice and it is located in the Place Massena and adjacent to the famed department store Galeries Lafayette. The plaza is loaded with wooden stalls each showcasing handcrafted ornaments, Christmas decor and delicious bites to […]
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Nov
Nov
Whether it’s a chance to explore someplace new or revisit a beloved destination, this holiday season why not treat someone special in your life to the gift of travel? Perhaps there’s a family vacation you’ve been thinking about taking, or a romantic getaway for two, or a surprise for mom and dad, sending them on […]
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Oct
Preparing for an upcoming business trip or vacation can be an exciting experience. As you plan which sights you’d like to see along with where you’ll be staying, it’s also important to plan for what you’ll be bringing with you and wearing on your flight. Though comfort should be your number one priority, it’s always […]
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Travelers to the West African nation of Togo on the Gulf of Guinea enjoy wandering the palm-lined beaches and scenic hilltop villages. The settlement of Koutammakou is inhabilted by the Batammariba people. The village appears traditional with fortress like clay huts. This thriving capital Lome’ could draw fans of the truly grotesque. The world’s largest […]
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Oct
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Does staying overnight in a former Nazi (then Soviet) military prison sound creepy enough for you? Let me make you a reservation. Lieaja is situated along beaches of the Baltic Sea. The Karosta Prison is easily accessible on the north side of town. Guided tours of the prison & museum are available. Add-on activities include […]
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Members of the Igorot Tribe of Mountain Province in northern Philippines have long practiced the tradition of burying their dead in hanging coffins nailed attached to the sides of cliff faces high above the ground. The procedure can be traced back more than 2,000 years. Positioned between mist covered caves this mysterious village near the […]
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Oct
Oct
Day 1 My co-worker Karen and I arrived in Vancouver and made our way to Georgian Court Hotel and then promptly walked down to the Vancouver Lookout. The glass elevator up to the top was cool and the view was amazing! With our feet firmly planted back on the ground we walked to Gastown. Very […]
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Venturing into the Cambodia Jungle amidst sounds of belligerent macaques cackles is the mountain area of Phnom Sampeau. A 1/2 Day Trip (@12 KM) from the city of Battambang is the kind of place you might want to shy away from at night. Now a place of peaceful beauty is in sharp contrast to its […]
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Oct
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The capital of the Italian island of Sicily boast of culture, diverse markets & antiquities. The most intriguing you won’t find on the tourist attraction lists. I would surely include it on my client’s itinerary. Home to the largest collection of mummies in the world the Capuchin Catacombs house @8000 mummified bodies scattered here with […]
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Animal Kingdom … 1st stop Kilimanjaro Safari
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Oct
Oct
From the moment you see the grass hut entrance sign to the Kilimanjaro Safari ride, you know this will be a fantastic adventure! The anticipation of winding around this line in a jungle-like environment is amazing! As you get closer to the front of the line, you see these rugged, safari jeeps which puts you […]
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Oct
Oct
Inspired by the season? Or maybe harbor more than a slight curiosity for the macabre? Bizarre destinations have lured many a tourist with odd, eerie & possibly plain weird intrigue. In honor of the season I’ve decided to share some of these grim locations that have sparked my curiosity. First up … The Sedlec Ossuary […]
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Oct
Oct
With October being plan a cruise month, there’s really no better time to take the plunge (pun intended), and plan your next vacation. Choosing to go on a cruise as your next vacation has a lot of benefits. People don’t always take advantage of everything cruising has to offer. It seems like it should go […]
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Sep
Sep
It’s not always easy to be as productive on the road as it is when you’re working from the home office. You spend more time getting from place to place, settling into your hotel and finding meals. Make your Business Travel time as productive as it can possibly be. First, make the most out of […]
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Sep
Sep
I just returned from a beautiful cruise to Alaska with Holland America. This was actually my very first ocean cruise! I have worked with many clients to send them on cruises but I have never gone myself. As a first time cruiser, I think that Alaska was the ideal cruise itinerary! We started out the cruise flying into […]
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Sep
Sep
Where do I begin? This is a beautiful hotel with attention to the smallest detail. The characters are incorporated throughout the grounds … shadows on the buildings, a ninja turtle sewer activated when you step on it to hear the turtles voices, and each room is straight out of a Nickelodeon commercial. If you are […]