Southwest Germany: Love Stories by Palace and Garden
A visit to Southwest Germany, especially in this era of strong dollar deals, should include an immersion in the palaces and gardens – if only for the stories they could tell. Such an exploration should start at the State Palaces and Gardens of Baden-Württemberg (Staatliche Schlösser & Gärten, or SSG), the state heritage preservation agency for […]
Four Seasons Europe: Slow Wanderings
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts has launched the latest iteration of its popular Scenic Route – captivating journeys through eight in-demand European destinations
George V, Paris: Unique Stocking Stuffers for Christmas
Paris in the plans? Try some precious holiday pampering options at the legendary Four Seasons Hotel George V, Paris. In the magnificent setting of Le Cinq, guests can take part in cooking classes led by the Hotel’s Michelin-starred chefs in special holiday masterclasses that end with lunch or afternoon tea enjoyed in the restaurant’s elegant […]
Iceland Opens Chic Reykjavik EDITION
A flourishing culinary hotspot with cool cafés, a rollicking nightlife and an epic music scene, the Reykjavik EDITION opened last week in the Icelandic capital as a shining beacon in the long days of winter’s dark offering to a new scene and new spirit — just the right place at the right time. “Reykjavik is a really […]
Avalon Waterways Gets Ready for its Next River
Travel-Intel listened in on a recent preview of things to come, delivered by Pam Hoffee, Chief Operating Officer at Globus family of brands & Managing Director at Avalon Waterways. While new ships and itineraries are on the horizon for travel as soon as Americans can travel freely to Europe, one element with staying power continues […]
River Cruise Themes on Avalon to Quench Passionate Interests
From following in the footsteps of a favorite novel series or finding new and rare wines to praise, river cruising is not just about passing iconic scenery while sailing the great rivers of Europe. Avalon Waterways is offering, among a long menu of choices, a chance to sail with Diana Gabaldon, author of the very popular […]
Gold Coasts: Head to the Med for These Cruise Port Gems
By Craig Middleton The Mediterranean coast is brimming with incredible sites, cultures, food, and experiences. Here are five must-see sites on the Mediterranean coast worth the cruise.
Top Spots for Memorial Day and Summer 2018
As Memorial Day officially kicks off the summer season at the end of this month, online booking engines are weighing in with what’s hot, what’s popular, what’s worth it and what’s not.
Where are Americans Headed this Winter?
Paris is back. Following a drop in bookings from U.S. travelers who chose not to spend their holiday in Paris last year, the City of Lights now projects a 16.3 percent increase in U.S. visitors for the 2017 season, according to a survey conducted by Allianz Global Assistance. Contrasting this increase is a significant decrease to in booking […]
Mallorca: Stays with Shades of John Le Carré
It’s difficult to discuss Mallorca without calling in breathtaking vistas and cliff top castle keeps that played front and center in the 2016 BBC series of the John Le Carré thriller, “The Night Manager.” The island, the largest of the Belearic archipelago off the southeast coast of Spain, has long been a holiday haven for […]
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