As some of you may know, it’s been a while since I’ve lived in Iceland. I moved here about 2 years ago when I left…
Where to go on your first trip to Italy
A friend at work is going to travel to Italy for the first time and asked me for a little trip planning advice. It was…
The best Split hotels for sightseeing, relaxing, and exploring Diocletian’s Palace.
Split Croatia may be fairly new to western travelers, but it’s been a tourism hot spot since 305 A.D. when the Emperor Diocletian decided to…
Harrods Food Halls and the best food stores in London
Although food isn’t as inextricably linked with London as it is with Paris or Rome, visitors to London should make a point of visiting at least…
Shopping for the best Italian foods at Eataly in Turin
Unless you’ve gone there on business, you’ve probably never been to Turin, in the Piedmont region of Italy. Although it’s an interesting, attractive city –…
Bellagio Italy and the other towns of Lake Como
The jewel of the Italian Lakes, Lake Como is a delightful spot with gorgeous scenery, wonderful villas and gardens, and palatial hotels. There are several…
Packing list for women
For many years, Rick Steve’s has included his packing list in his budget European travel skills book, Europe through the Back Door. Women wrote and…
Tips of vacation planning
The summer is right around the corner, and thousands of Americans are planning vacations and trips. Traveling on a budget can be tricky, but it…
Traveling with kids
GO BABY GO Let’s begin this discussion with a basic truth. Traveling with your infant is a bit of a hassle and requires more gear…
How to plan a perfect vacation
A beach vacation is something all of us can use, as it delivers time away with the family, friends, or just that singular someone. Beach…
Tips for Healthy Travel
Before Your Trip Here are just a few precautions you can take ahead of time: Make sure your immunizations are current. If possible, delay your…
Take A Break And Have A Safe Vacation
Traveling for business or pleasure? Follow these tips for a safe trip. Carry minimum luggage. Label each piece of luggage with your name and address.…
Packing Tips for women
If you’re not going to wear it more than three times, don’t pack it! Every piece of clothing you bring should complement each other item…
When is the best time to travel to Iceland
We would be tempted to say that the best time to travel to Iceland would be in June, July and August but there is no…
Vacation Planning Tips
Planning a vacation but haven’t quite worked out the details? Here are five vacation planning tips every new traveler should know. Start with the “What”,…
Planning vacation for family
You are ready to spend some quality down time with your family but you are unsure where to start. You would like to know that…
A Taste of Greek’s Sweetness
Many books have been written about Greece, its beauty, rich history, and dishes that are absolutely close to the heart of many people. When it…