South Africa Golf and Wine Experiences: From Vineyard to Fairway
There are places in the world where golf is simply a game. South Africa is not one of them. Here, fairways feel carved from wilderness, framed by ancient mountains and vineyards that have weathered centuries. The country’s best golf-and-wine pairings aren’t just indulgent-they’re sensory, soulful, and steeped in heritage. Every course comes with a story; […]
Why Choose a River Cruise in the Fall
When most travelers imagine Europe, they think of summer-the warmth of the sun, the long days, the bustling crowds in historic town squares. But those who have experienced Europe in autumn know a secret: fall is one of the most enchanting seasons for a river cruise. It’s a time when the pace slows, the scenery […]
Christmas Market Cruises: The Most Magical Way to Celebrate the Holidays
Christmas Market Cruises: The Most Magical Way to Celebrate the Holidays If you’re looking for a holiday experience that feels straight out of a snow globe, a Christmas market river cruise through Europe might just be the perfect fit. Picture this: you’re sailing past twinkling villages, stepping into centuries-old towns dressed in festive lights, and […]
10 Undiscovered Wine Regions Around the World
As more travelers are looking for off-the-beaten-track destinations to visit, these ten wine destinations around the world are ripe for exploring! Here are some inspired vacation ideas for the boutique wine connoisseur. Malta While wine production in Malta dates back over 2,000 years, only in recent years has Maltese wine become known outside of the country. […]
What is Culinary Tourism?
In 2001, the president of the International Culinary Tourism Association, Erik Wolf presented a white paper about culinary tourism. That paper was then made into a book, which marked the beginning of the emergent growth of culinary tourism. From visiting famous locations to experiencing different cultures, people have a variety of reasons for traveling around […]
South Australia’s Magnificent Barossa Valley
The Barossa Valley is one of Australia’s most significant wine regions. Its thriving community retains strong links to its rich European heritage, now combined with the down-to-earth Australian spirit to create a rich and diverse lifestyle in a relaxed, rural setting close to Adelaide. European farmers (German in particular) and English migrants settled the Barossa […]
New Zealand – Things to Know Before You Go
Visiting New Zealand for the first time? Here are some helpful tips and tricks before your trip! Visas and Customs When entering New Zealand, you may be questioned at the airport even if you don’t have anything to declare. This is because of the strict laws in place to preserve the country’s biodiversity. If traveling […]
Join Us For Our New Virtual Vaction Series!
If you are anything like me, you’re totally over being trapped inside and just eager to escape…we all miss travel. While right now the best place to be is in the safety of our homes, there will come a time when the world will be open again for us to explore. To help you escape, a few friends and […]
Did Someone Say Wine?
South Australia offers some of the best wine tours and tastings, accompanied with beautiful landscapes and delicious foods! As mentioned in our last article, Welcome to Corroboree West, we were guests of Tourism Australia and, not only did we visit a number of fine vineyards and Cellar doors, we also bottled our own wine with […]
Welcome to Corroboree West 2019!
As you may or may not know, I (Maria) am an Aussie Specialist, and I’m one of three hundred travel agents from North America, Europe, and New Zealand invited by Tourism Australia and Tourism South Australia to attend Corroboree West 2019 – a 10 day conference and familiarization trip where I was able to participate […]