If you have one night in a city, make the most of your east meets west experience with the ultimate hotel stay – preferably with a dazzling rooftop for sunset and breakfast. Two of our recent favorite hotel stays include Hotel Grand Bretagne Athens and Crowne Plaza Ortakoy Istanbul. Learn more on JohnnyJet.com and MSN. Continue reading Experience the Best Rooftop Views in Two Cities
Memorable Montenegro: A traveler’s guide to this beautiful Balkan country was first published on JohnnyJet.com and MSN.com – January 2025. Looking to book your next trip? As a travel advisor with FORA, we can help guide your exploration, book your hotels with VIP perks, and offer the best insider knowledge. Last year we visited Montenegro twice. From the mountains to the sea, savor the bounty … Continue reading Explore Montenegro: Your Ultimate Travel Guide
Find your Zen in Slovenia: 10 ways to connect with natural wonders was first published on JohnnyJet.com and MSN.com (February 2025). Continue reading Experience Slovenia: Top 10 Ways to Connect with Nature
Perched above the Bay of Kotor, standing on my Airbnb’s ancient terrace above red tiled roofs, I watch in awe as the sunset hues splash over the calm waters of Perast, in view of the islets of St. George and Our Lady of the Rocks. The stillness eases my mind as only the sounds of church bells and birds can be heard. If I have … Continue reading Montenegro Moments – Make the most of this Balkan country in a few days
This article on Ljubljana was first published in Taste and Travel Magazine (January – March 2025) on Page 13. Ljubljana’s Old Town feels like a mini Paris. Spend a few captivating days in Slovenia’s small fairytale capital filled with Medieval and Baroque buildings standing side by side and an illuminated river with a romantic stretch of outdoor cafes, restaurants, and bridges. Dine on local dishes … Continue reading Like a mini Paris, Europe’s most underrated city deserves your time
The best way to explore Iceland is to circumnavigate the island on a Windstar Cruise. Learn more here. Iceland Highlights: The best way to travel with a parent is on a smaller luxury cruise like Windstar. Here’s why: Unpack your bags once. No need to lug suitcases from one destination to the next. If your parent has a bad leg or is slower moving in … Continue reading Explore Iceland on a Windstar Cruise circumnavigation – mother daughter trip report
You may have wondered whether a river cruise is right for you. Typically river cruises run older often due to cost but I am in my 40s and it has been my favorite way to explore Europe for many reasons. As a travel writer, I sailed on Viking in 2022 and brought my mom on the Seine from Paris to Normandy and back. Learn why … Continue reading Is a river cruise right for you?
Read why we loved cruising the Danube from Budapest to Vilshofen, Germany on AmaWaterways. In 3 ports we biked over 15 miles, hiked to many castles, and walked all over many towns we never expected to visit in our lifetime. Our new favorite way to explore Europe is by river cruise. This article was also published in print in the February 2024 edition of Malibu … Continue reading This European River Cruise was the most active vacation we’ve ever experienced
Get a Taste of the Superyacht Life in Croatia was first published on JohnnyJet.com and MSN.com in January 2024. Read about our stint on the megayacht Cristal built, owned, and operated by a Croatian family. We think the best time to visit Croatia is May and the first two weeks of October as there are fewer crowds and now fall the warm temps linger longer. … Continue reading What is it like to cruise the Croatian coast on a megayacht? Start planning your next dream trip.
Returning to Sicily in 2022 after 16 years was a pandemic dream and I realized while on Italy’s most celebrated island that selecting the right hotel can transform one’s entire experience, creating memories that last a lifetime. Situated in areas ripe for exploration, gain a deeper appreciation for Sicily’s diverse landscapes with a stay at these boutique hotels that offer fascinating history, tantalizing traditional cuisine, … Continue reading Beautiful Boutique Hotels in Sicily with a View
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