Want to really get to know the places you visit? Immerse yourself in the culture of your destination. By appreciating the art, architecture, music, dance, customs and gastronomy you’ll feel closer to your temporary home.There are a variety of cultural experiences around the world. Check out these tempting options. Israel Lifestyle: Stay at a Kibbutz […]
Imagine experiencing the wondrous sights of Israel and Jordan while living aboard a cruise ship. This is possible on Eastern Mediterranean and Suez Canal/Red Sea sailings. An excursion to a Kibbutz is often arranged by cruise lines when in Israel, giving you a unique cultural experience. Visit Israel on Eastern Mediterranean and Suez Canal cruises […]
The ancient sights of the Holy Land draw visitors from around the world with 3.5 million tourists visiting in 2010. The wondrous religious sights are not the only attraction however. Fabulous beaches, renowned cultural events, excellent food and wine plus outstanding wellness, spa and eco vacations make the region inviting for all types of visitors. […]
From the air, Vancouver Island appears like a giant bird in full flight. It seems to hover over the ocean, approaching the mainland but stopping short. The island is rugged, rich and lush, and its cuisine is inspired by the wild foods of the First Nations inhabitants. Pacific waters provide most of the island’s dominant […]
This past July, my family and I embarked on a trip to Scandinavia and the Baltics. Throughout our time in Scandinavia we came across a number of breathtaking sculptures. Copenhagen in Denmark is, of course, home to the famous ‘Little Mermaid’ sculpture. However, I found several other sculptures much more powerful than the Little Mermaid. […]
Key West, America’s southernmost city, is quirky, fun and eminently gay-friendly. Once you arrive, you’ll feel removed from the rest of the Sunshine State in this paradise of particular charm. Stroll palm-lined streets to discover gingerbread mansions, tin-roofed conch houses, open-air bars and sidewalk cafés. Walk in the footsteps of Ernest Hemingway, Harry Truman and […]
This past July I had the pleasure of visiting Norway on a family trip through Scandinavia and the Baltics. On the trip I found that one of the best ways to experience Norway at your own pace is by renting a car and driving. There are a number of beautiful scenic drives in Norway and […]
Montréal has so many incredible things to do all year round, although you can’t beat late spring to early fall for the best time to go there. It can get fairly hot in the summer, but just as cold in the winter – so pick the kind of season you like the most. With all […]
The night before my trek was hardly sleep filled as I lay there in anticipation of the day to come! We met at the park headquarters at about 6am and got divided into groups of no more than 8. There are approximately 7 different gorilla groups in the area. Our gorilla group was called ‘Group […]
As my friends would attest, I have been going on about the Mountain Gorillas for years. Finally, in October 2006, I experienced the most amazing visit with them. There are approximately 700 mountain gorillas in the Virunga Range of volcanic mountains bordering the Congo, Uganda and Rwanda. I chose Rwanda as my destination. I have […]