by Jen Reyneri I landed on the glorious island of Maui the same weekend as the 25th annual Kapalua Wine Fest. The event, founded by Robert Mondavi, was a welcomed detour on a ten-day sand-filled holiday while visiting a friend. After meeting lovers of the juice from all parts of the globe, I left Maui…
by Holly Dixon Hasselbarth The tall, grey-haired driver waits for me as I step out of the airport in Florence, Italy. As an independent traveler, I have no idea what to expect as the car winds its way through the tiny town of Lastra a Signa and finally to the gates of Villa Pandolfini. A…
by Andrea Clarke The Volvo getting you down? Have a crack at an off-road adventure in the ultimate boys toy! I was blinded by the blazing sun as I nervously squeezed the steering wheel. “It can totally handle it,” my instructor said. “Just trust the car. This is what is does best.” My hot, (but…
by Renee Brincks Five must-see stops on the California coast! Winding 90 miles through breathtaking Big Sur, Highway 1 is the quintessential California road trip and some of its most stunning scenery starts just south of the Monterey Peninsula. The spectacular route presents a constant supply of postcard-perfect vistas, from jagged cliffs to arched-bottom bridges…
by Janice Nieder, Dining Diva Photos by Patty Burness At first I wasn’t sure if I was interviewing the director of the Michelin Guide or the next potential James Bond. Jean-Luc Naret is movie star handsome, suave, sophisticated, and as beautifully appointed as many of the restaurants the guides cover. When I told him that…
Having worked in the field of education, the founders also wanted to combine travel with stimulating educational opportunities. With these principles in mind, they established Elderhostel (Elderhostel.org) as a nonprofit organization way back in 1975. In the early years, Elderhostel programs were offered only within the USA and Canada, and usually took place on college…