Romance
Millennials travel tips
Safety Tips for millennials going abroad from college students to professionals traveling for business. Bar Tips – Buddy System Go with a buddy. It’s better to have two sets of eyes to watch for bad situations. Don’t leave without your buddy. Get smart about Rophynol, “the date rape drug”, which is odorless, tasteless, and colorless. If […]
Normandy as painted by the Impressionists
Normandy is like a beret perched askew on a Frenchman’s head, the 360-mile Normand coast curls along the north and northwest of France. After visiting Rouen, I headed for the coast to soak in the beaches and soft-green landscapes bathed in shifting light. Claude Monet’s Etretat “I count on doing a large canvas of the […]
Where the Pacific meets the rainforest. The Wickaninnish Inn
You can tell a lot about a luxury hotel by the way it greets its guests. You might expect a formal doorman to meet you at the curb. That’s not the case at The Wickannish Inn, located on the Pacific coast of Vancouver Island, amidst towering cedar and spruce trees. A smiling, wholesome […]
France. Impressionist Painters in Normandy.
What exactly is a Francophile? Someone who appreciates French history, culture, fashion, art and cuisine, and that describes me. Ever since I lived in Paris, for four years when I was in my 20’s, I jump at every opportunity to go to France. Last month I jumped at a chance to go to Normandy to follow […]
Royal India: Rajasthan, the “Land of Kings”
From the moment I step off the plane, India starts working its magic on me. The air swirls with smoky sandalwood and spices, and the streets are teeming with people, cars, and cows. One of my favorite places to visit is Rajasthan, the “Land of Kings.” The Land of Kings Rajasthan is one of India’s most […]
Europe Riverboat Cruises Offer Ease and Old World Beauty
My husband and I are drawn to places with a connection to water in an effort to relax, whether the lapping against the San Francisco waterfront, or the blue depths of Lake Tahoe, or sailing on the white-capped waters of San Francisco Bay or along the Cape Cod shore. Many times we are drawn to […]
Romantic Wine Country Getaway in Sonoma Valley
From the moment I pulled into the discrete entrance to the Kenwood Inn and Spa, I felt like I’d returned to Tuscany. I almost expected the friendly Concierge to welcome me with the familiar greeting — Ciao Bella. Yes, it really feels like Italy; from the honey-colored Mediterranean-style buildings to the fountains and flower-filled courtyard. […]
Food and Wine Festivals in Napa, Somona and Beyond: Why You Need a Wine Bra!
Meet a celebrity chef like Charlie Palmer, sip wine and eat well at the Bacchus-inspired festivals all over the country. How do you find them? C heck the “Events Calendar” in area websites for the latest offerings. For Northern California wine areas try these sites: Healdsburg, Sonoma County, Napa. Survival Tips for Wine Trips Eat […]
Ten Most Romantic Travel Destinations
All destinations are not created equal. Picking the right location for natural beauty, relaxation, superb dining and stunning sunsets can make a difference when you’re falling in love or recharging your relationship. Tips: Buy a rose, pull off the petals and sprinkle them across the bed. Pack a luxurious bubble bath and fill the tub with […]
Ten Romantic Travel Destinations
Pick the perfect romantic destination for you and your loved one with a little help from Alsunnah and our good friends at Marriott International!