Vampire-inspired travels First mentioned in European folklore around the mid-1700s, vampires have terrified and intrigued us mere mortals for centuries. The most prominent example remains Dracula, the bloodsucking Count created by acclaimed Irish author Bram Stoker. When Bram published “Dracula,” a novel that was seven years in the making, little did he know the impact…
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This month we’ve had a number of clients traveling in Japan, which is one of my favorite counties since I did a Japan-intensive 2 week cruise in 2019. I’m very big into cultural immersion and including traditional experiences to enhance a trip, so that inspires this week’s article about a special accommodation choice when visiting…
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I’ve been fascinated with the differences between those artistic expressions in Spain and Portugal, which inspires this week’s article… Flamenco Versus Fado: A Comprehensive Guide American travelers to the Iberian Peninsula may be unfamiliar with the music and dance forms of flamenco and fado. Both of these are deeply rooted in the cultural heritage of…
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Athens, Greece is a fabulous destination. Read on… Stepping Back in Time: Why Athens, Greece is a Must-Visit Destination The Greek capital of Athens attracts travelers for all sorts of reasons. Its collection of historic landmarks is crowned by the mighty Acropolis, though there are many more sites to visit as well. You’ll also want…
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One of my favorite sites in Ireland is located in Northern Ireland. Many of the folks who contact me to travel to Ireland are interested in the sights of the Republic, and few have allocated enough extra time to include the amazing locations of the north. This gorgeous area inspires this week’s article… Discover the…
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I’m in Ireland to host a church pilgrimage, and love having the opportunity to visit yet again. Since Ireland is my special place (I normally go once or twice a year), I want to share an aspect of the Irish culture that I think is one of the most authentic experiences… Gaelic Sports as an…
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Italy is always a top destination, and one of the most beautiful areas that I haven’t written about before is Cinque Terre. I was fortunate to visit a few years ago on a day trip from a cruise stop, and I remember it as a stunning area, well worth its popularity, and that inspires this…
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The churches of Europe are always stunning and impressive, often sparking my curiosity about their different layouts and designs. With churches being such a consistent part of the travel discovery experience, they are the inspiration for this week’s article… From the grand cathedrals of Gothic France to the elegant basilicas of Renaissance Italy, Europe’s churches…
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Japan is one of my favorite destinations ever. I actually didn’t want to go to Japan but needed to check out a particular cruise line for a future group, and the only thing that fit on my calendar was their Japan sailing. Thank goodness. It was a fantastic trip discovering such a different culture and…
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The travel industry has to be creative and resilient to deal with the various situations that can affect travel, and the latest innovative approach inspires this week’s article… Flipping the Script – Winter in the Mediterranean I’m currently in Fort Lauderdale at the CruiseWorld conference where I get to meet with top cruise executives and…
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