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Make the Most of a National Park Visit

Wonderful places to visit.  ——- Many countries feature a national park system. Theodore Roosevelt, Woodrow Wilson, Stephen Mather, and Horace M. Albright were the founders of what would become the National Park Service of the United States. On March 1, 1872, Yellowstone National Park in the territories of Montana and Wyoming became America’s first national […]

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Spain & Squirt Guns

Your money is not welcome here.   ——- From One might think the money you spend when traveling is a welcome addition to the local economy.   Well, you would be wrong – at least in Spain.  Apparently, you are not welcome in many parts of this popular European location as a tourist and protestors have taken to […]

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Luxury Travel

A luxury travel option.   ——- From a 24/7 on-site concierge to taking meticulous care over every detail, Inspirato is a private vacation club for travelers who enjoy five-star service.  With privileged access to luxurious villas in some of the world’s best locations, this unique service manages several hundred million dollars’ worth of luxury vacation homes […]

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Cruise Ship Etiquette

by Candace Smith The Etiquette Blog Candace Smith Etiquette    A consistent complaint I read on various cruising blogs is the notable lack of cruise ship etiquette observed by passengers. Or, perhaps, a lack of etiquette in general? While etiquette is situational and relational, most of the guidelines travel anywhere.  Even on cruise ships. One […]

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Great Places Around the Globe to Eat Pizza

International locations    ——- Pizza is a beloved food that originated in Italy but is enjoyed around the world. While many cultures have made a flatbread product a meal, there is something special about the combination of dough, sauce and cheese on pizza that perhaps contributes to its addictive qualities. According to the mozzarella distribution […]

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How to Survive and International Flight

Living & Traveling Offshore ——- International travel is more widespread and popular than ever before.  Being on a plane; however, for 14 hours or more certainly has its downside and potential health risks. That is why when we came across this short video, it seemed very useful in an entertaining presentation. Perhaps just surviving the flight […]

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Great Global Breweries

A beer drinker’s travel guide. ——- The beer business is booming. According to IBISWorld, a market research leader that provides business information on thousands of industries across the globe, revenue for the global beer manufacturing industry recently reached $208 billion. People the world over love their beer. For people who love both beer and traveling, […]

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Must See North American Sites

The vastness of North America means there’s no shortage of places to visit and sights to see. Individuals who have caught the travel bug could spend much of their lives traversing the continent and still not see everything North America has to offer. But that doesn’t mean they can’t try. Summer vacation season provides a […]

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How to Beat the Crowds this Holiday

Summer travel starts this weekend.   ——- Memorial Day weekend marks the unofficial beginning of summer in the United States, and this year the roads figure to be as busy as ever. Data from AAA Travel indicated that more than 37 million people traveled 50 miles or more over Memorial Day weekend in 2023. That figure […]

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Napa Valley Wine Train

Wine, gourmet food & dancing. ——- Award winning Chefs offer various culinary treats freshly prepared onboard featuring regional products to further enhancing the scenic enjoyment of Napa Valley! Choose from daily, year-round gourmet dining options or special events for lunch, dinner or brunch. Excursions are three hours. Relax in lavishly restored 1917-1947 Pullman dining, lounge, […]

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