Travelnostalgia, as I have decided to call the dreaded disease for those who can’t travel and are confined, had taken over me big time. Going on a trip seemed like the best medicine and going in an RV seemed like the best option. Read more →
The new ailment to beat: Travel Nostalgia
There’s a new ailment in town brought on by Covid-19: it’s called Travel Nostalgia and so many of us are suffering from it. When you are in the travel business or travel is your everyday normal, confinement takes on a whole new level. This new normal has stopped tourism, especially international tourism, in its tracks. For months now, I have… Read more →
Burgundy, Dijon, Big Deal! Well, yes, it is!
Mention the Burgundy, or Bourgogne, region of France and true wine lovers will immediately say it’s where you find some of the best wines in the world! The strong image of terroir, infinite well-kept vineyards, never-ending lists of wines you want to coddle in your cellar. However, as you make your way through the amazing wine country and spectacular tastings,… Read more →
Sailing with the Vikings
Anastasia plays the violin with loving hands. She is tall and thin, her black dress clings tightly to her frail and delicate body, her long fingers expertly hold the bow as she strums the violin with confident ease. She cradles the instrument as if it were a newborn child, eyes shut in loving concentration, every string following her command and… Read more →
Colorful Cuba!
She wore a blood-red shirt, too tight on her chest, but clean and pressed as if she was going somewhere special. The top button was missing, and the next buttonhole was being held by a pin. Her skirt was also tight fitting, had seen its better days and held by a worn-out belt. Her hair was upswept, as I imagine… Read more →
A Simple Journey Through Portugal
A passion for travel allows for the discovery of places and people that make a difference in the perception of your own life. Numerous travel guides are readily available to give you practical information regarding transportation, hotels and tourist attractions. Instead, my intention is to give you simple, first-hand information and share my personal experience in travel. I will focus… Read more →
Traveling with Carry-on Freedom!
Anyone who reads my blog knows by now how I like to travel with just a carry-on. Learning to simplify and organize your wardrobe is the key to successful travel. Most people think they need to bring everything they own-just in case. They end up tired, frustrated and they don’t wear at least one-third of what they packed. Today I… Read more →
Must Have Tips if You Visit the south of France: Montpellier!
For over 25 years I spent every summer directing a summer abroad program in the south of France, in the city of Montpellier. I love this city and decided to update my inside tips on this beautiful place as well as share with you my simple pleasures, personal takes on what I love about Montpellier. Read more →
Congratulations! You are going to Study Abroad! Now what?
You get e-mails about study abroad, you see flyers posted in your classrooms, you hear some friends have signed up already. After much debating and thinking it over, you have decided you also deserve this experience and you sign up to study abroad! Congratulations, you have been accepted! Now what? Read more →
25 Years and Counting!
Years ago, if anyone had told me that I would work in the travel abroad business for 25 years I would, of course, have laughed. I never intended to make this my career, it was sheer luck and a big divergence from my previous career in the fashion world. I had taken a break from my job for a year… Read more →