Belmond Safaris – Grand Tour of Southern Africa
Belmond Safaris has recently released the pricing for their best All-Inclusive Safari package for 2020. Including all 3 of their lodges in Botswana and a few days before or after the Safari at their wonderful Mount Nelson Hotel in Cape Town. You can mix and match the 3 Botswana Lodges … Read More
Destination: Los Cabos
Marlin Capital …and home Of The Arch Boasting a dramatic desert backdrop nestled by coastlines of the Pacific Ocean and Sea of Cortez, Cabo San Lucas has some of the most luxurious resorts, world-class Marina (featuring 380 slips accommodating vessels up to 200 feet) & the biggest fishing tournaments in … Read More
Destination: Fiji
Island Bliss… Adventure and Relaxation in the South Pacific They say Fiji is where happiness finds you, and if it’s remote beaches and on-the-water exploration that make you smile, the sentiment is definitely true. Comprised of 333 islands, Fiji delivers with pristine stretches of sand, luxe private-island resorts that cater … Read More
Destination: Tuscany
Visitors to Tuscany come for many reasons. Many come in search of fine art, others to explore the extraordinary countryside. Gourmets and wine buffs descend on Tuscany to enjoy the simple yet wonderful cuisine and wine. Walkers enjoy the mountain paths, cyclists the rolling hills, summer vacationers the sea coast … Read More
Fiji Airways
Once Fiji Airways gets the A350s flying, I plan on upgrading Fiji to a Preferred Carrier. They have great service overall, however their current long-haul fleet is in need of an overhaul, coming soon (Jan 2020). Oh!!!, beside flying to Fiji itself, this airline makes a great alternative to flying … Read More
MCT Muscat International Airport
With the new terminal having opened (finally) in spring of 2018, gone are the days of endless bus rides on the tarmac from the plane to Terminal. Rather easy by Taxi or hired car service, however since Muscat is rather spread out, it would be a 20 to 40 minute … Read More
JFK New York – John F. Kennedy International Airport
The most frustrating part of flying in and out of JFK is that it could (and should) be so much better, but neglect and patchwork planning makes it a difficult airport. First and foremost I recommend Blacklane. It costs a bit more than a Ride Share or Taxi… but if … Read More
Destination: Los Angeles • the East Side and DTLA
I guess I have become a true LA “East-Sider”. The thought of having drive to the “West Side” and cross La Cienega is becoming more and more painful as the traffic continues to make a simple trip 45 minutes each way or more. But the good news for me is, … Read More
Destination: New Zealand
Take Your Pick of Kiwi Adventures in the Great Outdoors If you think falling in love is a rush, try skydiving in Taupo, on New Zealand’s North Island. Bring your romance to a boil with a soak in hot mineral pools, then cool down on the snowy slopes of Mount … Read More
Destination: France
For US Citizens, very easy. And part of Schengen Area, so once in Europe you are fairly free to travel in and out of France to other countries within the Schengen Area. All of France remains at a Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution Exercise increased caution in France due to … Read More
BER Berlin Brandenburg Airport
It looks like BER Berlin Brandenburg may finally open… in Oct 2020. Berlin Brandenburg begins final tests; on track for October 2020 opening The much-delayed Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER), which is still on track to open in October 2020—has begun final technical tests, a prerequisite for opening. READ THE FULL … Read More