One of the Premiere Cities of the World Over the last 20 years, it feels like I go to Singapore every year or two. And with every visit I am impressed in how the city has changed. Always hot and muggy, but thank goodness it’s clean and very civilized. The … Read More
Street food and rain forest retreats… Malaysia offers the best of both worlds Malaysia is a country in Southeast Asia, on the Malay peninsula, as well as on northern Borneo. The country is one of Asia’s new tiger economies, having seen great economic and human development during the last decades. … Read More
One of the most charming small countries in Europe The country’s tulip fields and windmill-dotted landscapes influenced some of the world’s best artists, the Dutch Masters. Tourist Visa for US Citizens: Not required for stays under 90 days. Standard Schengen rules apply on multiple reentries. Part of the EU & … Read More
Some of the Caribbean’s best beaches on this tiny, 35-square-mile island. Anguilla, a British Overseas Territory in the Eastern Caribbean, comprises a small main island and several offshore islets. Its beaches range from long sandy stretches like Rendezvous Bay, overlooking neighboring Saint Martin island, to secluded coves reached by boat, … Read More
Volcanoes, tropical forests, and golden beaches For me, the Kona & Kohala Coast offers the best weather in Hawaii. Generally drier, sunnier and feels more Hawaiian island life, than the other islands. The main airport serving the western region is KOA Kona International. A lovely open air facility. Flying Private: … Read More
Island Eden: Volcanoes, Renowned Surfing, and a Rainbow of Beaches On Oahu, watch surfers ride curling waves off the North Shore, snorkel among the fish in Hanauma Bay, or visit the moving WWII memorial at Pearl Harbor. On the Big Island, marvel at molten lava flows at Hawaii Volcanoes National … Read More
No life is complete without spending at least 1-day in Paris Dubbed the City of Light (la Ville Lumière) and Capital of Fashion, it is home to some of the world’s finest and most luxurious fashion designers and cosmetics, such as Chanel, Christian Dior, Yves Saint-Laurent, Guerlain, Lancôme, L’Oréal, and … Read More
Still, one of the most magical destinations on earth Ubud, a town in central Bali of around 75,000 people (2020), is far removed from the nightlife bikini scene in Seminyak and Canggu, and is regarded as the cultural centre of Bali. It is famous as an arts and crafts hub, … Read More
Unspoiled Asia a once isolated kingdom throws open its doors Bhutan, located in the remote eastern Himalayas, isn’t an easy country to get to, or get into, but once you arrive, you’ll be well rewarded. It has adopted a more democratized government and is adapting to the growing number of … Read More
Cute and efficient. The main commercial airport for getting to/from the Sonoma and Napa regions. ALASKA AIRLINES Burbank, Los Angeles, Orange County, Portland (OR), San Diego, Seattle/Tacoma AVELO AIRLINES Burbank, Las Vegas, Redmond/Bend (OR) Seasonal: Palm Springs New Avelo flights for 2024: • Kalispell, MT (FCA) starts 5/1 • Pasco … Read More
This 32-island chain is home to some of the Caribbean’s most secluded beaches and luxe retreats. St. Vincent and the Grenadines is a southern Caribbean nation comprising a main island, St. Vincent, and a chain of smaller islands. With yacht-filled harbors, chic private isles and volcanic landscapes, it’s known for … Read More
One of the Cultural Hubs of South East Asia Bali, the famed “Island of the Gods”, stakes a serious claim to be paradise on earth. Its diverse landscape of mountainous terrain, rugged coastlines and sandy beaches, lush rice terraces and barren volcanic hillsides provide a picturesque backdrop to its colourful, … Read More
