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The country of Italy brings many things to mind: mopeds, the Renaissance, tantalizing food and wine. Italy is home to some of the oldest wine-producing regions in the world and is responsible for about one-fifth of world wine production. There…

When you need a little quiet time from the hustle and bustle of Paris, head to Père Lachaise cemetery in the 20th arrondissment in Paris.  Stroll the beautiful tree-lined tiny pathways and see where many famous literary and musical greats…

During my recent visit to Cancun the food at the resort was plentiful, fresh and delicious.  But this foodie loves to experiment a bit and dine on some local dishes when possible.  And I certainly made it known that I…

Paris is for lovers and Venice owns that magical vibe, but don’t discount Rome for a little romance.  And with Valentine’s Day fast approaching, I can’t think of a better time to visit the Eternal City, especially since it isn’t the…

One of the things I was very interested in seeing in Cancun were Mayan ruins.  Since we were being hosted on a press trip, I was confident we wouldn’t have the time to get to Tulum or Chichen Itza, which…

Well, I can’t believe it’s that time again!  World Nutella Day. A time to celebrate my undying love for the chocolately-hazelnutty goodness known as Nutella. Unfortunately my recent trip to Cancun, mega snowstorms and other writing and trip-planning deadlines have…

This Travel Photo Friday features a shot from my very dear and long time friend Terry, who lives in California.  When most people hear ‘California’, they think Malibu, L.A., beach, sun and celebs.  I was so glad to get a…

Umbria – the central Italian region long known for its bucolic rolling landscape, picturesque stone hill towns, fabulous art and architecture, and hearty country cuisine – has been late hopping on the spa bandwagon, but over recent years a number…

Palapas.  On the beach, on the resort grounds. Those thatched-roof umbrellas are all over. The infinity pool at the resort The colorful fish I saw snorkeling on the reef.  They weren’t timid and would swim right up to you. The…