Doreen Lopez

Travel is my passion, and so each time I plan another personal vacation, my husband teases me about how excited we are to embark on yet another “trip of a lifetime”.  Fortunately there have been several. How many “trips of a lifetime” have you been on?  A trip of a lifetime …

During a recent trip to Canada, I stayed at the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise.  As we approached the resort, it was exactly how I would imagine a fairytale chateau deep in the woods.  It was picture perfect.  Situated on the shores of an emerald lake, facing the Victoria Glacier and …

I’ve ridden several trains in my day and usually they have been close to nature.  I love the landscape, the vast wilderness, rivers, endless waterfalls and small towns going by as the locals wave hello.  I can’t think of a finer place for train travel than the Canadian Rockies! I …

Azamara Club Cruises presents the experience of discovery at every destination.  In 2012 Azamara will sail to 181 ports in 55 countries, offering premier destinations and one of a kind voyages.  The philosophy at Azamara is “Destination Immersion”, as it is the heart and soul of a place or region …

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I recently had the opportunity to cruise the Blue Danube Discovery itinerary with AMA Waterways.  We cruised from Budapest to Bratislava, Vienna, Passau, and Regensburg.  Along the way we were able to visit magnificent cathedrals and baroque abbeys.  We explored the Wachau Valley and traverse Europe’s Continental divide, which was …

When I hear the name Orient-Express, I think of the fabled Venice-Simplon Orient-Express: offering fine dining and vintage cabins complemented by ever-changing panoramas.  Today those same two evocative words include an elite collection of enriching experiences.  The Orient-Express collection embraces iconic hotels, great train journeys, river cruises, inclusive vacations and …

Malta, Undiscovered Gem of the Mediterranean The island of Malta is 100 km south of Sicily and enjoys a warm, dry climate year round.  It is blessed with sandy beaches, beautiful scenery, excellent modern hotels and an interesting history.  And wherever you go, the islands scenery and architecture provide a spectacular …

Backroads is truly passionate about experiencing the world actively and seeking out the perfect blend of activities to showcase the most enriching and authentic features of a place. Whether you’re biking tranquil country lanes or strolling through Renaissance hill towns, you can always count on activities that are woven into …

The small, sleek yachts of Windstar are made for seeing the world quite literally from a different point of view. One that is intimate, more unique and simply exhilarating.  A voyage with Windstar promises the thrill of sailing the open seas. The relaxing luxury of your own private yacht. A voyage …