Santorini, Greece If it was good enough for Brangelina, Lady Gaga and Heidi Klum, it was good enough for us. No matter that Vedema Resort isn’t perched on the caldera in Fira, where smashing Aegean Sea views claim the attention of many hotel guests spending time in Santorini. What Vedema … Read more
For the most part, when I want an out-of the box dining experience, I end up with a spectacle of flame eaters or samurai cooks, resulting in a high-stress meal. While they do have their own charm, sometimes we all seek a little relaxation. Enter: the Napa Valley Wine Tours … Read more
“The first and greatest of necessities is food, which is the condition of life and existence.” ~ Plato Plato’s, located in the Aspen Meadow’s Resort, immediately transports guests to a relaxed and calmer state of mind, perfectly appropriate in this hotel for ‘higher thinking.’ Exactly what does that mean? Well, … Read more
Matetic Vineyards, Chile Driving down a long dirt road surrounded by 27,000 acres of vineyards and beautifully landscaped gardens, I think that I may have discovered one of Chile’s best-kept secrets. La Casona Guesthouse at the famous Matetic Vineyards is the ultimate wine aficionado’s dream. Located in the Casablanca Valley, … Read more
It’s the Top – Banking on Swiss Cuisine Fondue, raclette, and cured, air-dried meats … to outsiders Switzerland might seem to be a backwater place when it comes to culinary matters. Way off the mark because it’s not just about the meat and the cheese. In terms of quality, … Read more