In June of 2009 I moved from Phoenix, Arizona to Northern Italy with my 65lb dog and Ragdoll cat. Four stressful days, three commercial flights, one dog with explosive diarrhea and one cat who peed herself in her carrier when we were forced to place her in the hold on the last leg of our […]
The Wine Lover’s Guide to Paris
Bordeaux, Burgundy, Champagne. These are the magical words that elicit dreams of corks popping and the aromatic scents of black cherry, vanilla and spice. Naturally, these are the regions that come to mind when planning a wine tasting trip to France. You might be surprised to know that you can combine a French wine tasting […]
5 Connecticut Lobster Rolls Worth Traveling For
I don’t know about you, but one of the first things I do when planning a trip is research what the local dishes are. And then I dig into where the best places are to try the local fare. I’ve always been of the belief that good food knows no language barriers. I’ve also come […]
5 Day Use Hotels for Maximizing Long Layovers in NYC
Have you ever wanted to book a red-eye flight to make the most of every minute of your trip? Or has the price of a flight with a long layover been almost too good to pass up? But the one thing holding you back is the thought of having nowhere to go for a bit […]
Festivals in Italy: A Calendar of Cultural Celebrations
Italy, with its blend of history, art and culture, offers a unique panorama of cultural festivals that take place across the country throughout the year. These events represent an unparalleled opportunity to immerse oneself in local traditions and the most varied artistic expressions, from music to cinema, through theater and dance, to embracing religious celebrations […]
Luxe Adventure Traveler’s Complete Guide to Venice Carnival
La Serenissima, as the Republic of Venice is known, was anything but serene during the Carnevale di Venezia. At that time Venice was known as the pleasure playground of Europe; a must-stop on The Grand Tour. Carnival was a time that Venetians and visitors alike unabashedly took part in revelry and licentiousness, any cares cloaked […]
History of the Venice Carnival Masks
Venice Carnival is a centuries old tradition and one of the world’s most famous carnivals. The Carnival of Venice also became our own tradition during the seven years that we called Italy home, masquerading each year in La Serenissima with the locals and tourists alike. The costumes, events and parties over the 10 days leading […]
Guide to Dog-Friendly Toronto at Christmas
When it comes to the world’s most sought after Christmas holiday destinations, the festive charm of cities like London, Paris, Vienna and New York City certainly can’t be beat. But have you ever considered Toronto, Canada for a holiday getaway? We hadn’t either, until we were visiting my parents in Erie, Pennsylvania in December a […]
10 Things No One Ever Tells You About the Northern Lights
My quest to see the Northern Lights began in September 2011 and we’ve been chasing them every winter season since. I had literally just left from visiting Tim while he was living in Iceland and the very next night the Northern Lights danced for a week straight. They were so bright and so active, they […]
Top Sites to Use for Travel Planning
If you’re like us, travel planning is half the fun. Searching for where to go literally opens up a world of possibilities. And I personally get a thrill out of finding the best way to get there, the perfect hotel and planning my itinerary with all the things I absolutely love doing to get to […]
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