This new hotel being launched by Francis Ford Coppola in the lesser-traveled region of southern Italy comes across romantic, eclectic (mix of modern design, craftsmanship and non-Italian elements), and intimate – all attributes I love in a hotel: Palazzo Margherita (not yet opened, but worth bookmarking) These articles provide you with a nice sense of what [...]
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NEW COPPOLA VILLA HOTEL: SOUTHERN ITALY
Posted in Europe, Travel, tagged Francis Ford Coppola, italy, Palazzo Margherita, Sophia Coppola, Southern Italy, Wall Street Journal on January 29, 2012 | Leave a Comment »
THE VALUE OF A GOOD TRAVEL ADVISOR
Posted in Travel, tagged NBC, Travel Advisor, Travel Agent, Value of Travel Agent, Virtuoso on January 25, 2012 | Leave a Comment »
The following NBC Today Show interview of Matthew Upchurch (Virtuoso CEO) reinforces why many people find it useful to have a trusted travel advisor and it is certainly in sync with feedback I receive from clients: http://www.youtube.com/user/VirtuosoTraveler?feature=mhee
PORTUGAL: WHERE IS EVERYBODY?
Posted in Portugal, Spa, Travel, tagged Alentejo, Algarve, Coimbra, culinary, Douro Valley, Evora, fado, Fatima, Four Seasons Lisbon, Health & Wellbeing, Iberian Black Pig, Lisbon, Lisbon Graffiti Art, Pastel de Nata, Port, Portugal, Portugese Tiles, Pousadas, Sintra, Spa, UNESCO World Heritage Sites, Yurts on June 24, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
Prior to leaving for my 7-day trip with fellow Virtuoso Travel Advisors, I wondered why more people do not travel to Portugal. Unfortunately, I did not come back with the answer. What I did come back with was continued awe that this country is not swarming with tourists. There are so many intriguing reasons to [...]
“SHOW US YOUR CITY” VIDEOS: FUN STUFF
Posted in Travel, tagged City Videos, New York Times, Travelogs on February 3, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
Ever wanted to show off your city? The New York Times has not only been asking people to do just that, they are giving you some great pointers on how to do it effectively. Check this out: http://intransit.blogs.nytimes.com/2010/09/15/show-us-your-city/ I would love to hear when you have posted something. Come back and share!
CURRYWURST IN BERLIN: GOTTA LOVE IT
Posted in Culinary Tourism, Travel, tagged berlin, Currywurst, New York Times on January 31, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
I have to admit, one of my favorite meals in Berlin is Currywurst. Instead of my regurgitating (sorry) the specifics, check out this NYT video and article. Says it all: Video: http://video.nytimes.com/video/2011/01/26/world/1248069590973/currywurst-on-the-street.html Article: http://www.nytimes.com/2011/01/27/world/europe/27berlin.html?_r=1&ref=todayspaper
BURGENLAND: UNDISCOVERED CULINARY AND CULTURAL EXPERIENCES
Posted in Austria, Europe, Travel, tagged austria, Burgenland, Deutschkreutz, Eisenstadt, Esterhazy, Feiler-Artinger Winery, Franz Liszt, Franz Liszt 200th birthday, Ironman, Ironman Klagenfurt, Joseph Haydn, Neusiedl, Pannonian basin, Raiding, Robert Parker, Rust, Schloss Esterhazy, St. Martin's Therme & Lodge, Stekovic Family Farm, The Slanted Door, Winery Igler/Schaflerhof on January 3, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
The final leg of my 6-day Austrian Destination Summit was dedicated to a seldom visited region in Austria – Burgenland. This area, located in the eastern-most part of Austria, is coveted for its culinary, wine, musical and outdoor activities. Bordered by Hungary and populated since WWII by people from formerly eastern block countries, Burgenland is relatively new to tourism from [...]
GRAZ AUSTRIA: EUROPE’S 2003 CULTURAL CAPITAL
Posted in Austria, Europe, Travel, tagged Armoury Museum, austria, Austrian Destination Summit, Austrian Tourism Board, Cultural Capital, Graz, Graz Kuntshaus, Hotel Schlossberg, Styria, UNESCO World Heritage Site on December 14, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
So why am I focused on Graz, a city which was Europe’s Cultural Capital in 2003? Because it is relatively unknown and is a great “off-the-beaten-track” destination for people who love food, wine, music and other cultural experiences. I recently came back from an Austrian Destination Summit (developed by the Austrian Tourism Board) and had [...]
REASON #1 TO TRAVEL
Posted in Philanthropy, Travel, tagged connect with others, Greg Mortenson, Three Cups of Tea on December 9, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
There are so many reasons people like to travel, but I think one of the basic reasons is to connect with others. Greg Mortenson, the co-author of Three Cups of Tea, optimizes this notion. The premise of this touching story is that we all have the ability to make a difference. I know, blah, blah, [...]
AUSTRIAN SUMMIT 2010: EXCITING CONTRASTS
Posted in Austria, Europe, Travel, tagged austria, Austrian Architecture, Austrian Provinces, Austrian Summit, Austrian Tourist Board, Burgenland, Christmas Markets, Cultural Capitals, Demel Cafe, Elmayer Dance School, Giant Ferris Wheel, Graz, Hotel Imperial, Hotel Sacher, Imperial, Klosterneuburg Abbey, Leopold Museum, Liechtenstein Museum, MoZuluArt, Schonbrunn Palace, Spanish Riding School, Styria, The Gloriette, The Ring Hotel, Vienna, Virtuoso, World Cultural Heritage Site on November 29, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
I recently returned from the 2010 Austrian Summit – the first annual (hopefully) event hosted by the Austrian Tourist Board. I’ve always been a fan of Austria, so whether or not I would attend this 6-day industry event was a no-brainer. There were about 45 Virtuoso/Signature/Platinum AMEX travel advisors from the U.S., Australia and Canada. Our objective [...]
PATAGONIA: END OF THE WORLD
Posted in Cruises, Latin America, Travel, tagged Argentina, Cape Horn, Cardoza-Bungey Travel, Chile, Chilean Fjords, Cruceros Australis, Estancia, Llao Llao Hotel, Patagonia, Punta Arenas, Puyuhuapi Lodge, Rain Forest, Ushuaia, Virtuoso on October 15, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
I often think about what the next ”it” destination will be, and of course, the answer varies depending on who I talk to that particular day. So when Virtuoso suppliers representing Patagonia came to visit Cardoza-Bungey Travel recently, my ears perked up. This paradise would be appealing to adventure seekers, as well as nature/animal lovers. Like the Galapagos, there [...]
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