What a glorious region of Italy to discover! For those who have been to Italy multiple times and would like to get off the beaten path, the heel of Italy awaits! First stop was to Puglia, on the Southern Adriatic coast. This is a magical and authentic destination full of Italians and Europeans enjoying the beaches …
I have always adored Charleston and though I had not been back in 15 years, my recent visit was a reminder that I need to get there more regularly! Charleston is absolutely gorgeous and gracious in every way. At the Charleston Place Hotel, they say that looking out any window, you can see at least three …
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Miami beach is always a ball and an easy escape for a much needed break or weekend jaunt. The number of fabulous hotels and resorts in the area is astounding and with so many new projects in the works, it was high time I paid a visit. The top luxury hotels including Mandarin-Oriental, Four Seasons …
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I have always been an aficionado of the Spanish Caribbean – just love the Latin culture on a tropical island. Though I have been to Puerto Rico several times, I would say that this visit was very much about the culinary. If your idea of a weekend away involves at least three meals a day, …
One of my favorite things to do is to arrive to a magical place under the dark of night, not quite sure where you are going but most especially what you will see in the morning when you open your eyes! (I arrived years ago into the Maldives at 2 am after 24 hours of traveling …
In the travel business, the old saying goes that if you have not been in 10 years, then you have not been! With so many gorgeous and classic properties, both old and new, I recently spent several days touring the Amalfi coast checking out very special properties in Sorrento, Ravello, Amalfi, Praiano, and Positano. Here …
Whatever your impressions of Cancun are, there is a new player in town and for the sophisticated traveler, not to be missed! Nizuc is a sleek and unique resort that has recently opened not more than 10 minutes from the Cancun airport on a quiet bay with the Cancun hotel zone nearby yet a million …
Having traveled to 60 countries, but never the Dominican Republic, I knew that I would need to get there sooner or later to see what it was all about. Yes, the destination is widely known for mass-market holidays, affordable flights, and all-inclusive resorts that all seem to come from the same recipe. My mission on …
So many of us love the Caribbean but are a bit concerned about it being all about the beach and not much more. St. Lucia is a naturally stunning island with incredible vegetation, volcanic mountains, superb snorkeling, genuine hospitality, and the famous Pitons are not hard on the eyes either! We did a full island …
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With non stop flights form so many East Coast destinations, The Turks and Caicos Islands, have always been a perfect solution for my clients seeking exceptional sand and water experiences with relative ease. With so many outstanding accommodations on the islands, I decided to travel down on a bit of a reconnaissance mission. The great …