TRAVEL INSPIRATION

In last week's newsletter I introduced the idea (in case it had not occurred to you) that an outdoorsy, environment-centric, tropical...

Yes that's a thing. It sounds like an oxymoron, defined in the Cambridge Dictionary as "a phrase or statement that seems to say two...

Have you heard? Japan has reopened its borders to international tourism, visa-free. The only requirement remaining is a negative result...

You might be wondering why I'm looking at 2023 already. Well, it's a hazard of the job. As a planner it's what I do - my work is about...

A tented camp. I bet you have a picture in your mind of what that means, based on your own camping (no!), or glamping (you’re getting...

My clients are my inspiration! This week I am thanking the family who asked me to plan a trip for their 2023 summer vacation to see the...

The overwater bungalow - the ultimate in tropical luxury accomodations. They're like a dream come true. There is something unexpected...

As you remember from last week's article, the good times are rolling once again in New Orleans. After the interruptions caused by...

I think this is the first time I've written two "Spotlight On..." articles in a row. Last week's South Africa article was inspired by a...

South Africa is one of Africa’s most sought-after destinations and one of the most diverse countries on the planet. From the wilderness...

As you know, I've always encouraged you to start the vacation planning process with ample lead time. It's never too soon, in my opinion...

My dear readers made my heart happy last week with their responses to my "Let's Go To...Portugal" newsletter. So many of you are ready to...

Playa del Carmen offers travelers a myriad of stylish stays. I’ve selected only five to showcase, and it was difficult, but a figurative...

As a follow-up to last week's article, I thought I'd give you some insight into choosing the perfect Hawaiian island for your vacation. ...

This week I complete my 61st trip around the sun. As I reflected on that, I was reminded that every day is a celebration of something,...

Depending on how well you know me, you're probably aware that I am NOT an 'adrenaline junkie' as most people define it. I won't excuse...

Welcome to Part 2, of your adventure vacation inspiration. If you missed Part 1, you can catch up here. This week, I am listing some...

Last week’s tidbits about Iceland intrigued (amused?) many of my readers; thank you for the feedback. At your request, guess what we’re...

I recently saw a segment on a major TV network about Iceland’s fast-disappearing glaciers. That feels tragic to me. Whatever one’s...

It’s been a whirlwind week. Between our current adventure in progress, and a 3-day travel conference I attended (virtual, but no less...