If you’re looking for a world class road trip, it’s hard to beat the Coral Coast in Western Australia (WA). This vast stretch of coastline runs for 1,100 kilometers and…

On my first morning in Calistoga, California, it was so cold I could see my breath. I stood in a wide open field waiting, while the sun slowly crept up…

Calistoga, California’s reputation as a spa town is unquestionable. Located in an area of thermal hot springs, the healing waters figure prominently in any local spa treatment.  But let’s not…

“One sidewalk cafe coming right up!” and off they go, bumping over the cobblestone streets of Rome. Imagine them: she chooses to abandon her responsibilities to experience a life she…

Mauritius is a small island off the coast of Africa that has an interesting history. It was unknown and uninhabited until the 14th century. Today it is multi-cultural and multi-lingual.…

This week, America celebrates one of its biggest national holidays and a highlight of every summer, Independence Day, also known as the 4th of July. Officially it commemorates the signing…

  Update: This tour is no longer being offered. Fashion and Italy are synonymous, however, if you seek quality Italian leather goods, fine gold jewelry, beautiful silk textiles, hand-crafted perfumes,…

I love a good parade–don’t you? One of the best parades I’ve ever seen is the historical parade in Santa Barbara during the “Old Spanish Days Fiesta” celebrations.  I return…