Costa Rica is one of the most biologically diverse areas of the world where visitors can experience nature in its many forms. It is practically synonymous with ecotourism – travel that is responsible to the sustainability of natural resources. Nearly a quarter of the country is national parks and nature preserves that are home to a huge […]
How Affordable is a Luxury Villa Vacation? Surprisingly So.
Recently, I overheard some gossip as I was shopping. “Did you hear that Mary Jane and Tom rented a private villa for their family vacation in St. Maarten? They must be doing very well!” I smiled to myself and kept browsing because I know something those gossips don’t: Luxury villas are not only for glamorous […]
What Happens on a Luxurious European River Cruise?
Luxury Vacation Advisor, Barbi Partlow shares her recent experience on a luxurious Eurpoean River Cruise. With the popularity of the European river cruise growing daily, I thought I’d better jump in to see what all of the excitement was about. Lucky for me, I was recently invited to sail the romantic Rhone River on a […]
Mother-Daughter Trips for Every Age
There’s a special bond between mother and daughter that is like no other relationship. With love, luck and longevity, the relationship develops over a lifetime with changing dynamics and interests along the way. At each stage along that path, a mother-daughter getaway can strengthen the bond and make lasting memories. In honor of Mother’s Day, […]
5 Delightful Benefits That Will Make You Choose Amtrak
I’m going to go out on a limb and say that Amtrak is the underrated pearl of American commercial transportation. If you’re scoffing at that statement because you’ve never even considered train travel in the U.S., that just corroborates my theory of Amtrak rolling under the radar of mainstream American travelers. Unfortunately, the rail system […]
5 Ways Business Meetings Strengthen the Bottom Line
April 14, 2016, was the first Global Meetings Industry Day, a day of advocacy to showcase the substantial value derived from business meetings, conferences, conventions, incentive travel, trade shows and exhibitions. In case you missed it, we’ve distilled five ways meetings contribute to the economic well-being of individuals, organizations, and communities. Face-to-face business meetings drive […]





