Travel Tips and Plans

Springtime is such a glorious time of year and certainly one of my favourite times to be here in Sicily. Delicate fresh spring flavours appear in dishes and on menus and, with daylight hours increasing daily, al fresco breakfasts and dinners start to bookend the day. Meanwhile, wildflowers and fragrant herbs are emerging on the hillsides…

Have you ever been to Spain? Is Spain on your travel bucket list? Many travelers choose the most popular destinations and the tried-and-tested route. Barcelona, Madrid, and the Balearic Islands are some of the most visited destinations in Spain. Have you considered exploring less popular areas of Spain?

f you’re looking for an escape from the humdrum, a few days in Canada’s Quebec province may be the luxury getaway you’re seeking. Nestled between the St. Lawrence River and the Charlevoix Mountains, Baie‑Saint‑Paul…

Are you considering a trip to the Andes in South America? This part of South America is so much more than just popular destinations like Machu Picchu and similarly well-known sites. There are many off-the-beaten-path trips that you can take to fully experience the authentic Andes and South American people and cultures.  Why South America […]

Years ago, I flew to Baltimore with my broken leg in a cast, in a wheelchair with the leg extended. My family stood guard around me but an incursion at the gate left me reeling. A woman came barreling up to the agent, in a panic, and smashed my cast with her bag. I saw stars…

Standing at the terminal on a recent trip to Japan, I faced a small but nagging question: Should I pay an extra $70 each way to select my seat? It was the longest flight I’d ever taken, and I wanted to arrive as comfortable and pain-free as possible…

London sightseeing adds up fast – Tower of London (£34.95), Westminster Abbey (£31), hop-on-hop-off bus (£34+). The 1-day London All Inclusive Pass bundles 90+ attractions with unlimited hop-on-hop-off bus rides (for 24 hours) and Uber Boat…

Do you like to record memories from your travels? Do you often jot things down during your journey, only to forget them? Creating a travel journal that you will actually look back on is easier than you think. You don’t need to be a writer with perfect grammar or a skilled scrapbooker. The essence of a memory-making travel journal is authenticity and genuine…

Fashion choices for women over 60 have evolved, and this extends to travel clothes too. You no longer need to sacrifice style for comfort. Whether you’re exploring new destinations, strolling through city streets, or going on a domestic cruise…

I live about 30 miles north of New York City, within an hour and a half drive of three major US airports: Newark, LaGuardia and JFK. When I’m searching for trips on Google Flights, I get dozens of options at a variety of prices on multiple airlines…