100 Years After Monet: Giverny Exhibit Celebrates Impressionism’s Origins
2026 marks a century after the passing of beloved Impressionist artist, Claude Monet. The museum devoted to his work in Giverny, the community north of Paris that has become synonymous with Monet and the water lilies and gardens he immortalized... Read more
Astonishing Facts About China's Terracotta Warriors
You never forget the moment you come face-to-face with one of the thousands of Terracotta Warriors underground in Xi’an, China. As ancient wonders of the world go, these may make the strongest impression even on an experienced traveler like me. I... Read more
Places Outside of Dublin to Get to Know Ireland – and the Irish
On St. Patrick’s Day, the saying goes, there’s a ‘little bit of Irish’ in us all. For some of us, it’s true all year round. Today, Ireland has about 5 million people. But there are over 30 million Americans (10%... Read more
Princess Cruises Celebrates Margarita World Record – and Winning Celebrity Partnership
Cruise lines love to break records – competing for the biggest ships, introducing firsts-at-sea, and of course, creating record-breaking events that give thousands of guests the chance to make history… well, until the record is broken again! Princess Cruises is no... Read more
Equine Travel Experiences to Celebrate Year of the Horse
Whether you are a devotee of the Chinese/ Lunar calendar, for many of us, horses are our spirit animals, and the Year of the Horse reminds us why. Since the earliest civilizations – is any other creature so well-represented on... Read more
Beyond the Beach: Unforgettable March Break Family Adventures
Break the boredom of March Break getaways. There’s still time to make March Break about more than the beach. This time of the year presents a whole planet of excitement – and it’s not too late to plan the family... Read more
Iceland - November 2025
I recently had the privilege of experiencing Iceland on a 5-day whirlwind tour hosted by the Iceland Travel team. A direct flight from Vancouver on Icelandair has you arriving in Iceland in less than 7 hours. It’s a relatively short... Read more
Winter Olympics in the South of France? Mais Oui!
The next 2030 Winter Olympics will be the only Games where you can watch skiing in the morning and sip local Provencal rosé by the Mediterranean in the afternoon. Inspired by the images coming from the Winter Games, and wondering... Read more
From Samba to Snow! Carnival Around the World
When you start to see Easter candy on the shelves, you know it’s time for… Carnival! It’s one of the biggest celebrations – that looks wildly different! - in countries around the world. While always colorful, Carnival is celebrated with such... Read more
Polynesian Pearls: The Most Romantic Souvenir from the World’s Most Romantic Travel Destination
Inky, luminous, and subtly sophisticated. There’s a reason Tahitian “black pearls” are among the most sought-after additions to a jewelry box and a coveted memento of what may be the most exotic and romantic escape. Entire honeymoons are designed around... Read more
Atlas Ocean Voyages’ New Ship ‘Sails’ Into the Future of Luxury Expedition Cruising
The romance of sailing cruise ships is back, and the new generation of sailing cruise ships has a modern and eco-friendly twist. The latest cruise line to announce it’s building a sailing yacht is Atlas Ocean Voyages, whose new ship... Read more
Windstar Debuts First of a New Class of Ships: Star Seeker
Small-ship cruise line Windstar has christened the first newbuild ship to join its fleet. Star Seeker represents a new class of ships and a new era for the small-ship cruise line, which is already looking forward to the ship’s twin,... Read more
Discover Your Inner Sailor in St. Maarten
If you love the sounds of sails snapping in the tropical breeze, St. Maarten stands out with two iconic ways to discover your inner sailor: the largest regatta in the Caribbean, and the year-round, hands-on 12-Metre Challenge racing experience even... Read more
Top 10 Souvenirs from the French Riviera
France’s legendary Côte d’Azur has long been a fabled coastline of sunshine, glamour, and the good life in true French and Mediterranean style. It’s irresistible! And of course, you’re going to want to bring some of it home as gifts... Read more
World’s Best Airports for Smart Tech – Where Does Yours Rank?
Technology is “no longer a luxury, but the very pulse of global aviation.” Many lists have ranked airports by wait times, missing luggage, and even wellness experiences. Still, a new one evaluates the world’s airports by how they incorporate artificial... Read more
Cancun with Katie - Oct 2025
I was excited to take my whole family to Cancun, Mexico this year. We booked in for seven days atHotel Catelonia Grand Costa Mujeres, just north of Cancun. It is rare that the whole family has an opportunity to travel... Read more
Explore Natural Wonders in the Caribbean
Sun and sand are relaxing, but if you love the outdoors and getting active among scenery that takes your breath away… these natural wonders in Caribbean islands should inspire your next tropical vacation. Twin Pitons, Saint Lucia The two volcanic spires, dramatically... Read more
Welcome Wave Season and Save!
'Tis the season for cruise travelers to save! Wave Season is that time of year when cruise lines roll out wave after wave of promotions, perks, and irresistible offers. They’re all competing to capture your attention… which means you get... Read more
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