TRAVEL INSPIRATION

The first month of 2023 is more than half over. Have I rudely awakened you? How about this one: do you have your travel plans for 2023...

...and immediately you notice that I've used that title before. It works so well, how can I not use it to grab your attention? And I...

Welcome to Bora Bora. On this mystical island with its necklace of white-fringed coral islets, find accommodations that elevate your...

Is your ideal winter getaway in a warm tropical location? Or would you prefer a winter wonderland where you create your own cozy...

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...