J.J. Johnson once said “Jazz is restless. It won’t stay put and it never will.” That’s a quality jazz has in common with travelers, so why not combine the two and travel for jazz? Though the U.S. is the place for great jazz, there is nothing like the Bohemia Jazz … Read more
Starting August 17th and lasting until September 2nd, the city of Prague will be home to the International Festival of Contemporary Circus. Ladies and gents, this is not just any circus so don’t expect fearless lion tamers or beautiful women doing handstands on the backs of elephants. The world-renowned multinational … Read more
The Czech Republic is noted for its amazing historic charm and has become a popular destination for travelers seeking to experience one or more of Europe’s summer festivals. Every year since 1987 The Chamber Music Festival has been hosted in Cesky Krumlov, a small city in the south Bohemian region … Read more
Prized as one of Russia’s best shore resorts during the Soviet era, Sochi has been appreciated by tourists from all over USSR for its unique location, subtropical climate and great infrastructure. Nicely situated between the Caucasus Mountains and the Black Sea, Sochi and its territories sprawl for roughly 90 miles along … Read more
Staying in style is key on any trip. Escapism is one of the reasons we travel in the first place. Luxury Travel Bible’s Hot New Hotels 2014 underline those hotels that turn up the heat on delivering a perfect getaway. These 5 fabulous hotels provide an escape like no other: … Read more
The sun beats down on the Mojave Desert heating up the city of Las Vegas to nearly 70 degrees in January. It sounds like beautiful weather but it’s not exactly the kind of conditions you’d expect for the Winter Games. Yet here they are. Like many tourists heading for a … Read more
Luxury, that’s the dream. Decadent decor, fabulous room service, awe inspiring views, and private beaches, now that’s perfection. What more could you want on that fantasy trip? From our good friends over at Luxury Travel Bible.com’ here’s a shortlist of their Hot New Hotels in 2014 that can make your … Read more
The thrill, the competition, the feeling of national pride. It had been on my mind for months … the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi, Russia, of course. I was strolling the aisles of my favorite bookstore when my fantasy of getting to see them in the flesh became a gnawing … Read more
Big news for smart and savvy travelers always on the go. DK Guides is re-launching their series of guide books this fall in celebration of their 20th anniversary. The new guides will be featuring some changes from previous editions in an effort to make exploring popular travel destinations easier. New … Read more
In July 1863, over 170,000 soldiers converged on the small town of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania in a battle that changed both the course of the Civil War and ultimately the nation. Every kid in America studied the Battle of Gettysburg in history class and memorized at least a part of President … Read more
The largest repository of Americana in the country makes its home in Shelburne, Vermont on a forty-five acre campus complete with historic buildings, a lighthouse and a 220 foot-long steamboat. Wait. What? Welcome to the Shelburne Museum, the result of one woman’s passion for all things American occupying a verdant … Read more
For everyone making plans to attend one or more festivals around the world, Norway’s in the middle of hosting its much anticipated Nuart Street Art Festival in Stavanger. Nuart began way back in 2001 exhibiting urban art but in 2005 Nuart chose to focus exclusively on street art, essentially art … Read more
So, if you’re like me, you’ve been thinking that this summer’s blockbusters aren’t up to par and with ticket prices to see a first run film out of control, the experience is a bit of a letdown. Summer is all about smash hits and top-grossers, but this summer hasn’t delivered. … Read more
The island of St. Barthelemy has always had a strong fashion connection. And well it should, after all it’s part of France. But there’s something fashionable happening right now that’s more than runway chic. The low-key luxury property, Hotel LeVillage, a family owned cluster of 20 cottages and 3 villas … Read more
With the 4th of July behind us and summer in full swing, it’s time to get cooking on rounding up the kids and having some fun together. If, like us, you’ve been carefully studying options since spring and have organized that once in a lifetime trip to Rome, good for … Read more