Sardinia had been on my list for years, and it seems that this is the moment for travelers to explore beyond the mainland and to dig deeper into historic and more authentic Mediterranean islands! The contrasts are considerable. A few hours on the road (or taking your time on the water) can take you from …
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For eight days this summer, BANG! became our home as we moved through the emerald waters of Sardinia and the limestone coastline of southern Corsica. Sheltered anchorages, long lunches ashore, afternoons spent in the water: this stretch of the Mediterranean gave me two destinations I'd wanted to see for years. I spend a good portion …
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There are few places in the world where arriving by boat feels entirely natural. The Amalfi Coast is at the top of that list. The famous ribbon of road carved into the cliffs is spectacular, but it is also famously congested, winding, and not ideal for those who are prone to motion sickness. Experiencing this …
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It is no secret that Italy holds a very special place in my heart. Over the years, I have returned time and again, always finding another region, another village, another unforgettable experience waiting to be discovered. Whether exploring the vineyards of Franciacorta, restoring body and mind in South Tyrol, or wandering the timeless streets of …
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Three Days, Three Michelin Stars, and a Birthday Worth the Trip My mother-in-law celebrates her 80th birthday this year, and with family roots in Extremadura, it felt like the right moment to explore a region of Spain I had long wanted to know better. We set off from Madrid for three days filled with history, …
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Dublin greets visitors with Georgian symmetry, lively pubs, and a sense that every street has a story to tell. Centuries of history live comfortably alongside a vibrant modern culture. Founded by the Vikings more than a thousand years ago, Dublin has long served as Ireland's political, cultural, and literary heart. From the elegant Georgian squares …
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Ireland is one of those places I have wanted to give its proper due on this blog for a long time. The green is almost too green to believe. Ancient stone around every corner. A coastline that earns its reputation. Image courtesy of Castlemartyr Resort What finally got me there in April was an invitation …
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Welcome to a New Way of Travel Enjoy the benefits of private plane travel while flying commercially! The Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Airport is welcoming a new private terminal for travelers that want to escape the chaos of the airport. The most VIP way through ATL isn't at ATL at all, but via a separate terminal on the …
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There are tennis vacations. And then there are tennis retreats. The difference matters. A tennis vacation means decent courts somewhere warm. A tennis retreat means courts that make you play better, instruction that stays with you, and a resort good enough that you don't resent the hours you spend off the court. I've been sending …
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New Orleans. Even saying it out loud feels like a promise. A promise of warmth, music, and a meal you will talk about for months. Of a city that has survived more than most, and come out the other side more alive, more itself, more generous than ever. I have been going to New Orleans …
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