The Dordogne River flows west through the South West of France, snaking through the soaring cliffs dotted by ancient châteaux and some of the most beautiful villages in France in the Périgord Noir. One of the best ways to experience this stunning part of France is by grabbing some paddles and canoeing the Dordogne. A […]
Château Canon-la-Gaffelière: The Terroir Tasting
Terroir (pronounced tare|WAHr) is a word visitors to Bordeaux will hear a lot when visiting Bordeaux’s châteaux. Terroir is the basis for the AOC (appellation d’origine contrôlée) system, and the French strongly believe that terroir, or the terrain, gives unique qualities to the wine that are specific to that growing plot and that plot alone. […]
Château Les Carmes Haut-Brion
It’s practically a sin to come to Bordeaux and not visit a château. But sometimes time is of the essence, and a visit to most of Bordeaux’s châteaux requires at least half a day. Aside from a thoroughly modern winery that makes you feel a bit like James Bond, Château Les Carmes Haut-Brion is the […]
10 Trips to Take With Your Tax Return
April 15 is fast approaching. It’s a day we all dread, but the IRS reported that 8 in every 10 tax returns filed last year got a refund. And if you got a refund, it was probably a nice chunk of change. The IRS also reported that the average refund amount was $3053. You may […]
Château Marquis de Terme: 1855 Grand Cru Classé Tasting
Château Marquis de Terme is a legendary Bordeaux winery and one of the Fourth Growths on the famous 1855 Classification of Bordeaux wines. Family-owned by the Seneclauze family since 1935, the history dates back much further with twists and turns including creation out of a marriage dowry. Sitting on the doorstep of Margaux, Château Marquis […]
The Best Bordeaux Chateaux to Visit for Unique Wine Tasting Experiences
Bordeaux isn’t just one of the most highly coveted wine blends in the world; it’s a massive wine region by the same encompassing more than 60 different appellations. In layman’s terms, that’s more than 7100 different wineries just in Bordeaux alone. Most visitors look for Bordeaux wine tours to whisk them away to the wineries, […]
5 Things to Do in Istanbul on a Layover
A long layover can provide the perfect opportunity to get a taste of a destination you haven’t been to before. With at least six hours or more, there’s no reason not to leave the airport and a get a “free” mini vacation. While some airlines like Turkish Airlines do offer free Istanbul layover tours to […]
The Perfect 3-Days in Nairobi
Nairobi doesn’t have to be just the city you fly in and out of on your way to a safari in Kenya. Nairobi is definitely worth a couple days of your time, and you might even be surprised to discover that you can go on safari right in Nairobi. There’s no where else in the […]
What to Pack: African Safari Packing List
Packing for an African safari is vastly different than packing for just about any other trip, and it’s often a challenge for first time safari goers. Not only do most safari goers have weight restrictions on bush flights (a typical weight restriction is 15 kilograms or 33 pounds total per person, including camera equipment and […]
A Masai Mara Balloon Safari Needs to Be on Your Bucket List
Kenya’s Masai Mara is one of Africa’s greatest wildlife viewing areas and the jewel of Kenya. The nearly 600 square mile Masai Mara National Reserve is remarkable for its year-round density of big game wildlife and spotting Africa’s Big Five is almost a guarantee. It’s a no-brainer when selecting a once-in-a-lifetime safari experience. The one […]
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