“Peaceful, lush, and naturally spectacular: this is Kaua’i.” The Aloha Spirit and Culture From the moment you step off the plane in Kaua’i, you will begin experiencing the “Aloha Spirit.” The Kaua’i natives are some of the happiest and friendliest people in the Islands. This Aloha Spirit is one of sharing kindness, compassion, and peace […]

Group Travel certainly has its advantages. Now, before you determine that group travel is not for you, take a look at 5 advantages we’ve found for traveling with a group.

Normandy is the most northwestern region in France and is most known for the D-Day Beaches. I felt compelled to walk in the footsteps of my father and thousands of other men, many who paid the ultimate sacrifice in the liberation of Europe. So, I had to go, and I wanted to be there for […]

Greece has always been an ideal Mediterranean vacation destination, and certainly, Santorini has always been the shining star, but with over 1,400 islands (230 inhabited), there are lots to choose from, and it can be hard to choose which one to visit first. Hopefully, these eight guidelines will assist with your decision. Best traditional village […]

Find yourself in Rome for a few days before a stay in Tuscany or a Mediterranean cruise — how will you spend your time, with so much to see and so little time?  Rome is an extraordinary capital, and it can take weeks or more to get in all the sites, cuisine and culture.  Traveling […]

I remember when I went to London for the first time — I was so afraid I was going to miss something! I quickly realized that the city is too expansive and rich to “do” in a single visit.  London is the type of place that beckons you to return to explore and experience. The […]

  Have you ever thought of visiting Iceland?  Iceland is a very popular destination right now, and there are several ways for you to visit — a stop on a British Isles cruise, fly to Iceland direct, or on a stopover or long layover on a flight to or from Europe. Because of its popularity, […]

1. Landscape From the jagged cliffs of the Wild Atlantic Way to the mysterious yet stunning Giant’s Causeway, the coastline of Ireland is one of the most magnificent coastal routes in the World.  And, wow — the charming villages and pastoral countryside are as welcoming as the delightful people of Ireland.  Plus, a ride around […]

DAY 1 — After a warm lei greeting at the Kahului airport midday, we rented a jeep and headed to lunch at the famous Mama’s Fish House in Paia, on the northern coast of the island, not far from the airport. What an introduction to the culture, scenery, and cuisine of Hawaii! From there, we […]

1. Florence Known as the “Birthplace of the Renaissance” and the capital city of Italy’s Tuscany Region, Florence is home to an abundance of Renaissance art and architecture. The beautiful Basilica di Santa Croce is the final resting place for Renaissance painter Michaelangelo and scientist Galileo Galilei. A visit to Florence would not be complete without […]