Emma Jacobs graciously shared her picks of the Top 5 Little Museums in Paris, adapted from her new book, The Little(r) Museums of Paris. …
Although my first impulse (and that of many others) to reduce the aches and pains of traveling is to reach for an over-the-counter (OTC) pain-relieving pill, there are safer alternatives. …
Guest poster Jessica Foreman offers some tips for planning a multigenerational holiday.…
Hardly a new concept but voluntourism is growing among people of all ages. Here are 10 compelling reasons why you should volunteer abroad.…
Italian food rules are always a generalization but if you want to eat like a local, here are some of the Italian food rules to follow.:…
When I began to think about my recommendations for a Mother's Day Gift Guide for Traveling Moms, I thought about the gifts that I would love to get.…
Orlando is a popular destination with young families and multigenerational groups but there are many reasons why grownups love Orlando, too! …
Guest contributors John and Sandra Nowlan share a nostalgic Texas road trip from Amarillo to Lubbock with stops at the Cadillac Ranch and Buddy Holly Center.…
HOTELS & SPAS
Foxwoods or Mohegan Sun? Connecticut Casinos Offer Much More than Gaming
April 22, 2019
Wondering whether your next visit should be to Foxwoods or Mohegan Sun? Here’s what to expect at these two Connecticut resort casinos.…
There are a number of reasons why seeing the Canadian Rockies by train is the best way to experience this beautiful destination.…
In Bologna's well-preserved historic center, many ancient shops of Bologna have tales to tell about the people and culture of the city.…
The Executive Lounge at Antigua Airport is the only lounge at this relatively small international airport serving the Commonwealth of Antigua and Barbuda. For departing visitors, it offers a surprisingly pleasant oasis prior to boarding one's flight.…
DESTINATIONS• Featured
First Time at the Met: Enjoying the Metropolitan Opera at Lincoln Center
March 30, 2019
When Viking Cruises invited us to attend a performance of Aida at the Met, I have to admit that I was ambivalent: I felt a mix of excitement about the prospect of attending a live opera for the first time—tempered by a tinge of intimidation. Turns out that my first time at the Met (the Metropolitan Opera in New York City) was another reminder of the importance of…
A number of recent media articles about new policies on European travel have been inaccurate and misleading. Here’s what Americans need to know:…
Hotel Riu Palace Tropical Bay, all-inclusive resort in Jamaica, offers just the right mix of sun, sand and music.…
Guest bloggers John and Sandra Nowlan visit Hedonism II, a clothing optional resort in Jamaica and offer their report from the front.…
With a range of lodging options available to us in Bologna, Italy, we wrestled with the question of whether to stay in a hotel or an Airbnb. Here's what we discovered!…
DESTINATIONS• Featured
A Visit to Teatro Comunale di Bologna (the Municipal Theater of Bologna)
February 16, 2019
Teatro Comunale di Bologna (the municipal theater in Bologna) is a joy to visit for anyone interested in music, architecture and/or history.…
These seven, small Italian villages, are just a sampling of all the hidden treasures waiting to be discovered if you veer a little bit off-the-beaten-path.…
CRUISES• Featured
Holland America’s Newest Ship Offers Innovative Entertainment and Dining
January 31, 2019
Guest contributors John and Sandra Nowlan return from a Caribbean cruise on Holland America's newest ship and rave about the innovative entertainment and dining options.…