Long Term Travel

The Cinque Terre is a rugged portion of coast on the Italian Riviera.  The Cinque Terre are five coastal villages in the Province of La Spezia in the Ligurian Region of Italy.  Their names are Monterosso Al Mare, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola and Riomaggiore.  The Cinque Terre is noted for its …

Vietnam Highlights Arrive in the dynamic capital of Vietnam, Hanoi, and relax in the luxury of the Sofitel Metropole Hanoi. This 5-star hotel blends the city’s colonial heritage with distinct Vietnamese features through original wood floors and modern fixtures. Following a lakeside Tai Chi lesson on your second day, explore …

What’s pocket-sized, blue and a key to the world? A passport!!! If you don’t already have a passport, today is the day to go and get one! You’re probably thinking that you don’t really need one because you don’t have a travel adventure planned, but nothing could be further from …

Discover the beauty of Tasmania 10 nights from $2774* (air inclusive) Tasmania is Australia’s only island state.  It is a heart-shaped island of lush green valleys, un-crowded towns and villages and still undeveloped coastlines. Come to the edge of the world to explore the island and meet the residents.

Did Oprah’s recent visit to Australia spark a desire to go there yourself?  I know it did for me! To help in planning and deciding what to do while there, check out this Australia-focused brochure, where you’ll find unique, only-in-Australia experiences where you can meet the locals and discover your …

On this wonderful vacation, enjoy charming upper and lower Canada and spend two nights each in Montréal, Québec City, Ottawa and Toronto. Vacation Highlights Montréal: Sightseeing tour; visit Notre Dame Basilica Québec City: Sightseeing tour; visit a traditional sugar shack

I just found a great blog, Stuck at the Airport.  Harriet Baskas, a writer for USA Today, has a blog especially designed to help you fill those hours when you’re stuck at the airport.  Whether you’re looking for something to entertain the kids, or something to do yourself, she offers many ideas, …

A small-group Alaska adventure to the state’s best wildlife spots! Encounter grizzlies up close at Brooks Falls in Katmai National Park Cruise among icebergs and marine wildlife on a private yacht in Kenai Fjords Overnight at a deluxe backcountry lodge deep within Denali National Park

Begin your Ugandan adventure in the capital city of Kampala, Uganda. Upon your arrival, you will check in at your accommodations, the Kampala Serena Hotel. You will tour the city of Kampala, the cultural, social, political and industrial center of Uganda. See the impact of Ker & Downey Philanthropy at …

Are you interested in going on an African safari?  I am.  The owners of Andavo Travel, Mike and Camille Cameron, were lucky enough to get invited by Virtuoso to go on one back in October 2010 – you can read Mike’s recap here.  Now, Virtuoso has written their own recap of the …