First off, thank you Wikipedia for setting me straight on European ancient history and the founding of Rome. Before October 2015, I had never heard of Palatine Hill or Aventine Hill. I soon learned that Rome grew out of several settlements concentrated in an area recognized in literature and historic documents as the “Seven Hills…
Every experience and every adventure is fueled by emotion. Whether the emotion is tied to a celebration, a holiday escape or simply a need for distraction, cruising has become a top choice – truly providing a comforting and comfortable way to travel. I am sad for the few lost souls out there who just don’t…
This digital era, while sometimes overwhelming, really does help out travelers! Take, for instance, the new trend in digital travel: a personal guide book on your phone. Now you can figure out your itinerary without the bulk of travel guides in your luggage. Why we like the mTrip Travel Guide series: A travel guide with…
Central Holidays invites travelers to book now for BIG fall and winter savings for trips to Europe! The vacation package and tour company is now offering a 8 day Rome and London Air and land package starting at only $699 per person. The travel deal includes hotel stay for 6 nights, 3 at Cornerstone hotel…
My passion for fashion is matched only by my passion for travel. So imagine my delight when I discovered the Fashion & Style cruise from Crystal Cruises. Talk about a match made in Heaven for me… Fashion. Vintage fashion. Fashion shows. Travel. Cruise. Ending in my favorite country (Spain) in the whole world?! It just…
A BIG Congratulations goes out to Jennifer Bryce! Not only is she the winner of Tango Diva-Birkenstock “Madrid” sandal giveaway—she also has a brand new jazz album out available on iTunes and Amazon.com Jennifer’s winning entry: Roma! Last summer I walked around Rome during Ferie Agosto (August Holiday – the Italian equivalent of Labor Day…
I couldn’t figure out why I was so nervous about this trip. It wasn’t nearly as exotic as any of my recent travels, and I was even going with friends. Sitting in the airport waiting for my flight, I realized the culprit as a loudspeaker blared over and over again: “We are at an orange…