Travel Stories

Why is it Called ‘Easter’ Island?

You likely already know that’s a trick question.  This tiny dot in the eastern South Pacific Ocean, but technically a territory of Chile, is actually... read more

Air Travel Right Now: A More Thoughtful Approach

Air travel is a bit more complex right now - and most travelers are beginning to feel it. Behind the scenes, there is quite a... read more

Places Outside of Dublin to Get to Know Ireland – and the Irish

On St. Patrick’s Day, the saying goes, there’s a ‘little bit of Irish’ in us all. For some of us, it’s true all year round.... read more

100 Years After Monet: Giverny Exhibit Celebrates Impressionism’s Origins

2026 marks a century after the passing of beloved Impressionist artist, Claude Monet. The museum devoted to his work in Giverny, the community north of... read more

Astonishing Facts About China's Terracotta Warriors

You never forget the moment you come face-to-face with one of the thousands of Terracotta Warriors underground in Xi’an, China. As ancient wonders of the... read more

A Destination to Consider: Patagonia

From time to time, I like to highlight a destination that may not yet be on everyone’s radar but absolutely deserves a place on the... read more

Beyond the Beach: Unforgettable March Break Family Adventures

Break the boredom of March Break getaways. There’s still time to make March Break about more than the beach. This time of the year presents... read more

Equine Travel Experiences to Celebrate Year of the Horse

Whether you are a devotee of the Chinese/ Lunar calendar, for many of us, horses are our spirit animals, and the Year of the Horse... read more

Why Thoughtful Travel Planning Works

I’m proud - and genuinely humbled - to share that I’ve once again been named to Montecito Village Travel’s 2026 President’s Club Elite, an honor... read more

Polynesian Pearls: The Most Romantic Souvenir from the World’s Most Romantic Travel Destination

Inky, luminous, and subtly sophisticated. There’s a reason Tahitian “black pearls” are among the most sought-after additions to a jewelry box and a coveted memento... read more