Author: Alex&Bell

Alex and Bell originally met while solo traveling after finishing university in 2002, in Brugge, Belgium. Alex grew up in the USA and Bell hails from Australia. During our nearly 20 year marriage we've lived around the world, including spending six years living in the Netherlands and Ireland. We have traveled to nearly 70 countries and enjoy giving readers authentic and quality travel tips. Alex is an award winning travel journalist and travel planner, who also freelances for other outlets. Bell is an award winning PhD scientist who currently works for a non-profit lung cancer advocacy research organization called Lungevity. Happy travels and if you have any questions leave a comment or drop an email!

Tips for Visiting Charleston, South Carolina

Posted 2nd February, 2018
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Charleston consistently ranks as one of the top destinations in the US by major travel publications. Its history dates to 1670 and the town is especially famous for its beautifully preserved French Quarter, a lovely harbor and one of the largest collections of antebellum houses in the US (pre US civil war architecture). On our recent visit to Charleston in January, 2018, we enjoyed touring this historic city and eating some fantastic southern food. Here are some recommendations on where to stay, eat, drink and what to see!

Posted in North America, South Carolina, USA. Tagged Charleston, couples travel, dining, hotels, Restaurants, South Carolina, travel, USA, USA travel

Romantic Lakeside Hotels Around the World

Posted 26th January, 2018
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Last updated on December 21st, 2022 at 04:37 pmBy Alex Kallimanis: Lakeside holidays are both relaxing and romantic. A beautiful and peaceful view offers the opportunity to calm our bodies and reset our minds. As we currently reside in the busy Washington, DC area, we love the opportunity to escape the busy beltway when we can….

Posted in Romance. Tagged Como, Esterel, HLL Hotel Lungolago, hotels, Italy, Lake, Lakeside, Laurentides, Lecco, Quebec

6 Fantastic Greek Islands to Visit

Posted 17th January, 2018
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Last updated on December 19th, 2022 at 04:22 pmBy Alex Kallimanis: The Greek islands conjure images of beautiful beaches, dramatic cliffs and narrow whitewashed pedestrian laneways. In summer, popular islands like Santorini and Mykonos are packed with visitors. But late spring and early fall offer warm weather and a reprieve from the crowds. I’ve been…

Posted in Europe, Greece. Tagged couples travel, Crete, Greece, Greek islands, Hydra, Mykonos, Naxos, Santorini, Syros

Cedar Key, Florida: An Authentic Getaway

Posted 28th December, 2017
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Last updated on December 7th, 2021 at 11:41 pmWhen discussing the Florida keys, people tend to think about the chain of islands south of Miami, like Key West. But there are keys all over the state. The term key derives from the Spanish word cayo, meaning small island. Cedar Key, on the Gulf coast of…

Posted in Florida, North America. Tagged Cedar Key, couples travel, Florida, Island Hotel, King Neptune, Park Place, Steamers, USA

Romantic Places to Travel for Christmas

Posted 22nd November, 2017
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Last updated on August 10th, 2021 at 09:56 pmAre you thinking to travel somewhere for Christmas this year? Or maybe you’re planning a romantic trip this winter to give as a Christmas gift? Cities like New York, Paris, London and Rome, are great ideas for Christmas. But here are some other romantic places to travel…