If you are planning a cruise to the Mediterranean, Malta may be part of your travel itinerary as a port stop or point of embarkation/disembarkation. This was indeed the case for me on my summer cruise with Atlas Ocean Voyages. Malta is a very small country, an archipelago of five islands with just under 140 miles of…
During a time when all of us have had to cancel long awaited travel, secluded from our friends and family, the urge to explore has grown. You can explore a whole new world right from your sofa.
Susan Van Allens new edition of 100 Places in Italy Every Woman Should Go is out! Come to Distant Lands in Pasadena MONDAY, AUGUST 20 at 7:30 PM “Why Women Love Italy” slide show, Q&A to answer all your Italian Travel Questions, Book Signing Wine and Biscotti 20 S. Raymond Ave Pasadena, 91105 RSVP: 626-449-3220 “One…
There are few spots left! in the The Heart of Memoir Writing Workshop May 27 – June 2, 2012 Held in the Abruzzo Region of Italy, in the medieval hilltop burgh of Santo Stefano di Sessanio, a UNESCO World Heritage site, awarded for Conservation of Cultural Landscapes. Experience travel in the grand tradition of times…
The Venice Carnival was one crazy costume party! Venice is an ever-enchanting city all on its own, but during the Carnival it becomes crowded, crazy, and full of visual and physical entertainment. Be there every February!
Nothing is more frustrating than writers block, so we’re offering up a little encouragement. For all you writing divas out there, we found a new workshop where participants can explore Italy while sharpening their writing skills in villages where great America writers found inspiration. Taking place from May 27 until June 2, 2012, The Heart…
In the hills of Tuscany is a transformative experience. This may sound cheesy (and you may not believe me), but let me tell you a bit about The Hill that Breathes. The Hill that Breathes is an award-winning retreat center that runs yoga and holistic holidays (but much, much more they say). It’s home to…