Cambodian Temples 101 (sort of) Cambodian Temples were built from the late 6th century through the 12th century at a feverish rate of expansion that would have been the envy of Starbucks. The largest surviving concentrations of temples were built in the Angkor region where Siem Reap is … [Read More...]
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Why travel to Puglia and Southern Italy?
To us the question was “why not”? We have each been to Italy quite a few times but as Puglia gained traction as a destination for travelers our … [Read More...]
Two non-touristy places to experience nature in Southwest Florida
People visit Southwest Florida (SWFL) for many reasons including enjoying the beaches, freeloading off relatives with spare bedrooms and … [Read More...]
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Cambodia’s temples and their (abbreviated) history
Cambodian Temples 101 (sort of) Cambodian Temples were built from the late 6th century through the 12th century at a feverish rate of … [Read More...]
Would you enjoy Viking River Cruises’ Magnificent Mekong itinerary?
The Viking River Magnificent Mekong We love Viking's European offerings and last year pushed the definition of Europe to include a river cruise … [Read More...]
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Pros and cons of independent versus group travel
What's the best way to travel? We talk to people who stress that they always travel independently and it's the superior way to travel. And then … [Read More...]
Why we liked visiting Puglia with Go Ahead Tours
Our review of Go Ahead Tour's Puglia and Southern Italy itinerary This was our second trip in less than a year with Go Ahead Tours and … [Read More...]
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Matera – European Capital of Culture for 2019
Matera was the best surprise of our trip to Puglia and Southern Italy with Go Ahead Tours. How had two such amazingly well-informed (and stunningly attractive) travelers as ourselves never heard of this place? We … [Read More...]
2016: Where we traveled, what we liked and what we didn’t
2016 Travel Review As we do our 2016 travel review we can't help but realize that is was a year of unprecedented travel for us. We set foot in 14 different countries, most of them for the first time. Our visits … [Read More...]
Our review of traveling with Go Ahead Tours
Our experience traveling with Go Ahead Tours lived up to their promise of being “a company of passionate adventurers dedicated to creating the best journey for every traveler”. That isn’t an easy promise to deliver … [Read More...]
A dozen tested gifts for travelers
We have traveled, in economy class, to 13 countries this year giving us the unintended opportunity to develop a list of personally tested gifts for travelers. A gift list at this time of year isn't uncommon. … [Read More...]
Zagreb’s top attractions
As our Go Ahead Tours bus drove into Zagreb and our guide extraordinaire, Tamara, told us its history and we saw the beautiful architecture we couldn't wait to see Zagreb's top attractions. The fact that Zagreb was … [Read More...]