UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Germany Germany’s first World Heritage Jewel, the medieval town of Wurzburg, is one of only two German towns given this distinction.  Located in the Franconia region of northern Bavaria, it is about an hour and a half from Frankfurt by train.   Wurzburg – Visiting Germany’s First World Heritage Jewel […]

Conquering Fast, Tricky Trains in Europe First class train adventures come with the first class rail pass that can take you comfortably and quickly throughout Europe, usually faster and more easily than going by car.  On many inter-European routes, the excellent high speed train network can operate more efficiently and comfortably than planes. Although first […]

A Personalized Experience Creating an idyllic vacation through barge travel in France is a very personalized experience.  By choosing to float languidly down a variety of canals throughout the country, you will be able to learn in-depth about the local culture with a strong focus on tasting the area’s best wines and special cheeses.  Our […]

Remarkable UNESCO World Heritage Site Angkor Wat is a city that still has temples standing from 1113 AD.  Located in Cambodia, Angkor Wat is a unique treasure and a UNESCO World Heritage site.  Its name means Temple City, and it was constructed on 500 acres as a religious monument.  At its zenith it may have […]

Making Luxury Travel Easier and More Enjoyable The latest travel innovations and benefits for mature luxury travelers may seem very logical or surprise us with something completely unexpected.  However, travel around the world continues to evolve in many forms, and certain changes will be more useful than others.  Here are some recent changes for international […]

Staying Fit and Slim During European Vacations Luxury travel fitness tips can help mature travelers keep up with their fitness routine and not overeat while on vacation.  This is important if you are accustomed to watching your diet and exercising regularly and do not want to return home  with clothes that are too tight. On the […]

An Historic Place in Portugal Finding a hidden gem you may not know about is one of the special bonuses of river cruising.  Not only do you visit small, picturesque towns along the river that you would otherwise never discover, but a hidden gem you may not know about can be only a short distance […]

Where Are They Coming From? How to avoid pickpockets in Europe takes on major importance as large numbers of tourists flock to Europe for their dream vacations.  Since the borders of European countries are now more fluid, thieves travel easily from poorer Eastern European nations to the most high profile and frequently visited cities on […]

Apparition of the Virgin Mary The story of Fatima began on May 13, 1917, when three young children taking care of their sheep in the Portugese countryside witnessed an apparition.  The woman was dressed in white and revealed to the children that she had been sent from God with a message of prayer, repentance, and […]

Hotel Essentials Highly recommended affordable luxury hotels are greatly prized by frequent mature luxury travelers who appreciate excellent service, a good location, a friendly staff, and outstanding concierge service.  It is also very important to have a spacious, nicely decorated room with a well appointed bathroom and a beautiful view. The two highly recommended affordable […]

Defining the Douro River Sailing the Douro River is an adventure in negotiating rugged, rocky straits, passing steeply climbing terraced vineyards, consuming delectable port wines, and other unique discoveries.  Of all the river cruises in Europe, sailing the Douro River in Portugal is still one of the less discovered routes.  However, this will probably change […]

The Traveler’s Dilemma on How Much Money to Take to Europe How much money to take to Europe is one of the most frequently asked questions by our clients, when they are getting ready to leave on their vacation.  Of course, the type of travel they have booked will make a big difference in the […]