Tag: vacation
Glamping in a US National Park
As I mentioned in my last post, President Obama’s recent Executive Order has made it easier for overseas travelers to visit the USA and he – and I – hope you will explore our country’s beautiful national parks. I think they offer our best Authentic Luxury Travel. If hiking sounds too rugged, remember that you […]
Take the pain out of travel
Take the pain out of travel by doing yoga stretches and breathwork. Traveling is great, but sitting while driving and flying can be a real pain. Literally! If you’re a frequent business traveler, this can have a negative impact on your ability to do your job. If you have a long commute, sitting can do […]
Is Cruising Safe?
The Costa Concordia sinking off the coast of Italy This week has made many travelers wonder if cruises are a safe vacation option. Of course, industry officials are saying “yes,” while the media is re-capping stories of passengers who disappeared in stormy seas, vessels attacked by Somali pirates, and contagious illnesses that swept through ships […]
Authentic Maldives ?
It’s been widely reported in the media this week that the government of the Maldives – beautiful low-lying islands in the Indian Ocean – has ordered all the resorts on the islands to close their spas because they are fronts for brothels. First, I have to say that this is nonsense, but it also underscores […]
5 Best Hotels in Costa Rica
Best hotels in Costa Rica? This beautiful, eco-friendly country offers some wonderful choices – often surrounded by beautiful gardens. Here are a few of my favorites: Finca means “farm” and Finca Rosa Blanca is a charming 13-room country inn overlooking an organic coffee plantation just outside of San Jose. The artistic décor includes hand-crafted tiles, colorful murals, and […]
Getting Home If Sick or Injured on Vacation
MedjetAssist specializes in getting travelers home safely if they are injured or become seriously ill on vacation. It’s every traveler’s worst nightmare: you’re having a great time on your vacation, then – boom – a fall or a fever sends you to a local hospital. After initial treatment, the big question is: “Now how do […]
Your Travel Expert in Japan
I wish I’d known about The Real Japan when I was traveling in Asia. Instead, I tried exploring this fascinating destination on my own and ended up nearly in tears – OK, actually in tears – when I couldn’t figure out the street signs, the menus, or pretty much anything else. In shear frustration, I […]
Glacier National Park, Montana
Located in northwest Montana, Glacier National Park is one of the most popular in the United States. More than 3 million travelers a year are drawn to the beautiful views of glaciers, mountains, and meadows full of wild flowers. They trek the trails, traverse the 52-mile Going-to-the-Sun Road, and breathe in the clean mountain air. Sadly, the […]
Your Travel Expert in Costa Rica
Trip planning is much easier if you have a friend living in the destination you’re going to visit. In the case of Costa Rica, we all have an amigo in the person of Michael Kaye. Michael was the first to run Costa Rica’s whitewater rivers and – in 1978 – he started Costa Rica Expeditions as […]
Qantas International Business Now On Sale
If you act fast, you can get a great deal on Business Class tickets to Australia. Qantas has a special offer that you must book by February 23, 2010. For the details, go to http://www.qantas.com.au/travel/airlines/visit-australia-business-class/us/en?gclid=CNi6rNyfnZ8CFQJaagodg0r9Ug Flights depart from Los Angeles or San Francisco and the sale price is up to 55% off regular Business Class […]
The Inside Scoop on the Burj Dubai
The world’s tallest skyscraper opened in Dubai a couple of days ago. Already flocks of tour buses are carrying loads of lookey-loos to the 2,717-foot tall building – renamed Burj Khalifa in honor of the president of neighboring Abu Dhabi. However, authentic luxury travelers will avoid those crowds and view the remarkable landmark from a […]
Real Airfare Deals
There’s a silver lining to the financial cloud hanging over Dubai these days. Award-winning Emirates airline, based in the UAE, announces a new airfare deal every Tuesday at www.emirates.com/spotlight. They also are offering discounted fares on various destinations within their extensive route network. Some of the promotions include lodging with their partner Starwood Hotels. Check […]
Best Airlines. Do you agree?
Known as the “Oscars of the Airline Industry,” the OAG (Official Airline Guide) Awards carry a lot of clout. Since you have choices when you fly, I thought you might like to see the just-announced list of best airline winners: Airline of the Year: Singapore Airlines Best Transatlantic Airline: Virgin Atlantic Best Business Class: Continental […]
Authentic Tuscan Town – Radda in Chianti
“A holiday in Tuscany” sounds idyllic, but finding an authentic Tuscan town requires research. The British have been vacationing in the Chianti region of Tuscany for so long that it is sometimes referred to as “Chiantishire.” Americans have been arriving in droves since they read Frances Mayes’ Under the Tuscan Sun. The result is that some […]
