Getting married abroad can be a great way to dial up the fun and dial down the stress. You’ll have fewer guests than if you got married in your hometown, leaving you more time to spend with the people who matter most to you and more money to use for special touches. Of course, it’s…
Pretty pictures on Instagram only go so far in inspiring travel. When someone shares their enthusiasm for a destination with us, it can be contagious. An old friend recently messaged us to discuss an upcoming around the world trip she is planning. We chatted about her US leg of the trip and her plans to…
By Alex Kallimanis: Amsterdam is often called “the Venice of the North,” and Mykonos has “Little Venice.” Venice has influenced other destinations with its beauty and through conquest during past generations. Venice was one of the world’s most powerful cities during the 1400s and the Venetians occupied territory around the Mediterranean. When you visit Venice…
By Alex Kallimanis: The Emilia-Romagna region is often considered the foodie capital of Italy. It’s home to authentic Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, balsamic vinegar, excellent charcuterie and truffles. It’s also the birthplace of bolognese sauce and mortadella (bologna in the United States). On my recent trip to Italy, where I flew roundtrip from Washington, DC to Bologna…
By Alex Kallimanis: Florence was the birthplace of the Renaissance. Magnificent examples of Italian Gothic architecture were erected with the financial assistance of powerful Florentine families like the Medici’s. When you visit Florence today you can see why artists like Michelangelo were inspired by the city. Wander through the art-lined streets and take in the…
