Destinations

Tulip Time River Cruising: A Journey Through the Heart of Spring

By Carol Rowland / April 3, 2024 /

As I sit here at my desk, I hear the birds chirping and a bright red cardinal seems to visit a particular tree limb every few hours, so spring is here. The signs of springs and my recent cruise in the Netherlands and Belgium inspire this week’s article… Tulip Time River Cruising: A Journey Through…

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Exploring the Charming Towns of Tuscany

By Carol Rowland / March 27, 2024 /

Italy is always a top popular destination, and many folks dream of exploring through the Tuscany region, which inspires this week’s article… Exploring the Charming Towns of Tuscany Situated in the heart of Italy, Tuscany calls out to travelers with something special. It’s not just about the usual tourist spots here. Tuscany offers real, local…

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Exploring the Amazing City of Amsterdam: Visits and Must-See Attractions

By Carol Rowland / March 13, 2024 / Comments Off on Exploring the Amazing City of Amsterdam: Visits and Must-See Attractions

I’ve been fortunate to visit Amsterdam multiple times, and there’s always more to see each time. This fascinating city inspires this week’s article… Exploring the Amazing City of Amsterdam: Visits and Must-See Attractions Amsterdam has cultural richness and historical significance, all wrapped up in a package that waits for travelers worldwide to unwrap. Whether you’re…

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Seven Favorite Irish Castle Hotels

By Carol Rowland / February 28, 2024 / Comments Off on Seven Favorite Irish Castle Hotels

As I am in the midst of designing a variety of trips, one destination that I create a lot of travel arrangements is in Ireland. One of the top requests for a visit to Ireland inspires this week’s article… Seven Favorite Irish Castle Hotels Nestled amidst Ireland’s lush landscapes lies a wealth of history: its…

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Beyond the Rhine River: Exploring Basel

By Carol Rowland / February 21, 2024 / Comments Off on Beyond the Rhine River: Exploring Basel

Amsterdam is a city associated with river cruising, as it a beginning or end point of a Rhine River cruise, and that lessor known city at the other end of that cruise itinerary inspires this week’s article… Beyond the Rhine River: Exploring Basel Basel Switzerland is the starting or ending point of a Rhine River cruise,…

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Chile: Trending destination with diverse terrain

By Carol Rowland / February 7, 2024 / Comments Off on Chile: Trending destination with diverse terrain

We were in Santiago last year before and after our Antarctica cruise, and just from walking around the area it felt welcoming, with very nice people and wonderful food – we stopped at a sidewalk café for tapas, and I had a pisco sour to celebrate being there. Chile is probably not an obvious destination…

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Gaudi’s Influence on Barcelona

By Carol Rowland / January 17, 2024 / Comments Off on Gaudi’s Influence on Barcelona

My last trip to Barcelona really changed my mind about the artistic contributions of Antoni Gaudi, and so his tremendous influence in Barcelona inspires this week’s article. Gaudi’s Influence on Barcelona There are few cities worldwide whose architecture and style were influenced by a single person. But that’s where Barcelona stands out, since the city’s architectural…

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Hidden Charms of Slovenia: A Journey Through Fairytales and Natural Wonders

By Carol Rowland / January 10, 2024 / Comments Off on Hidden Charms of Slovenia: A Journey Through Fairytales and Natural Wonders

Exploring some less traveled areas inspires this week’s article… Hidden Charms of Slovenia: A Journey Through Fairytales and Natural Wonders Nestled in the heart of Europe, Slovenia invites intrepid travelers to uncover a land brimming with natural splendor, rich history, and warm hospitality. Despite its modest size, this hidden gem captivates with its diverse tapestry…

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Discover the Essence of Scotland – Unforgettable Experiences Await

By Carol Rowland / December 13, 2023 / Comments Off on Discover the Essence of Scotland – Unforgettable Experiences Await

As we consider all the wonderful places to travel to, a country that is always a fan favorite inspires this week’s article. Discover the Essence of Scotland – Unforgettable Experiences Await Welcome to Scotland, where history and culture collide amidst breathtaking landscapes, majestic castles, and the warm embrace of proud and friendly locals. From sipping…

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Natural World Wonder – Victoria Falls

By Carol Rowland / December 6, 2023 / Comments Off on Natural World Wonder – Victoria Falls

Beyond the fantastic experience of a safari, a trip to Africa also presents the opportunity to see one of the seven natural wonders of the world, and that is the inspiration of this week’s article… Natural World Wonder – Victoria Falls Straddling the border between Zambia and Zimbabwe, Victoria Falls is one of the Seven…

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