May 23, 2015/
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Ah, the Mediterranean…rich in culture, food, and great weather year-round. Little wonder it is the world’s second most popular cruising route, after the Caribbean....
Ah, the Mediterranean…rich in culture, food, and great weather year-round. Little wonder it is the world’s second most popular cruising route, after the Caribbean....
Without a doubt, one of the things that cruise guests look forward to (or dread?) is the seemingly endless supply of food offerings on...
Howdy! I’m so excited to be writing this post. I’ve had a travel-free March but things were very busy in the home front....
Someone who has travelled Italy very well told me, “The pace of life in Rome is just right. Florence is too slow. And...
For my recent trip to Europe, I decided to keep things minimal. For one, my bags were filled with gear and conference materials....
I will right away confess. As Hollywood as it is, Gladiator is one of my ultimate favourite movies. It still makes me cry...
“One doesn’t come to Italy for niceness; one comes for life. Buon giorno! Buon giorno!” – E.M. Forster, A Room With a View Well...
The black vintage Vespa looked resplendent parked in the grand driveway of The St. Regis Hotel Rome. “I’ve been driving a Vespa since...
Not quite business, but better than economy. Premium Economy on Cathay Pacific offers a dedicated check-in, priority boarding at the gate, wider seats...
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