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Italy’s Winter Magic

“A Season of Quiet Beauty .” ——- From snow-capped Dolomites to candlelit trattorias, winter reveals a more intimate side of la dolce vita. The crowds are gone, the light is softer, and even the great cities seem to exhale. Rome’s cobblestones glisten after a light rain, and Florence feels like it belongs to you alone. There’s […]

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Shutdown Turbulence

“The cost to America’s travel economy.”  ——- The U.S. government shutdown is proving costly — not just politically, but economically, and few sectors are feeling it more acutely than travel and tourism. According to the U.S. Travel Association, the shutdown has cost the nation’s travel economy roughly $1 billion per week, (ustravel.org; asianhospitality.com). National parks are shuttered, passport […]

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Ghostly Getaways: 13 Haunted Houses Steeped in Mystery

“Step inside if you dare:  A traveler’s guide” ——- Haunted houses can provide some interesting insight into history while also satisfying Halloween lovers’ need to be scared out of their wits. The following are a handful of locations that may not be for the feint of heart. “House of Death,” New York City: Located in the […]

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A Secret Passage Through Europe, Part 2

by Brandon Ahearn, JD, LLM, CFA Relocation Consultant at YourPlaceInEurope YourPlaceInEurope.com Biography:  Brandon Ahearn is a US and Swiss dual citizen and holder of a BA and a Juris Doctor from the USA, a Master in European Laws from Germany plus a CFA Charterholder.  His career as a lawyer has been largely in financial services and in technology. […]

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Tuscany in Autumn

“A feast for the senses.” ——- Few places capture the romance of autumn travel like Tuscany. As the grape harvest begins, the rolling hills of this Italian region come alive with activity. Rows of vineyards stretch toward medieval hilltop towns, and the air carries the promise of new vintages being prepared. It’s a season of […]

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Savor the Autumn Colors of 2025

“A few Ideas – plus a map of current fall colors.” ——- Millions look forward each year to the magnificent colors on display in autumn. Whether standing atop a mountain ridge or wandering deep within the folds of a forest, the views are irreplaceable. Add in the crackle of leaves underfoot and the earthy fragrance […]

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A Timeless Tradition in Athens

“The Changing of the Guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. “ ——- Athens, Greece, stands as one of the world’s great historic capitals, often regarded as the cradle of Western civilization. Founded over 3,000 years ago, it was the heart of classical philosophy, democracy, and the arts. Landmarks like the Acropolis and the […]

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Utah Olympic Park Where Training Never Stops!

“A year-round launchpad for excellence” ——- Nestled in the mountains above Park City, the Utah Olympic Park is far more than a relic of the 2002 Winter Games – it remains one of the premier training centers in the world. Housing everything from a bobsled and luge track to ski jumps and freestyle ramps, the […]

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Great American Autumn Trips

“A few creative ideas for the US and Canada!” ——- There may be no better way to get up close and personal with all the sites to see in North America than traveling via car or truck. Road trips enable passengers to set their own pace and make multiple stops along the way to check […]

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Spain’s Wildest Festival

“A tomato fight turns 80!” ——- This past August marked the 80th anniversary of La Tomatina, the world-famous tomato-throwing festival in Buñol, Spain. What started back in 1945 as a spontaneous food fight among local kids during a parade has grown into an international phenomenon recognized as one of Europe’s most unusual and joyful celebrations. […]

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