What a delightful surprise to have been invited by the lovely Director of Leisure Sales to The Tides Inn this weekend. Nestled on the picturesque Carter Creek that leads into the Chesapeake Bay, this charming getaway on the Northern Neck is a lovely escape for those seeking relaxation and adventure. And it’s only three hours from Washington […]

While travelers flock to Italy, Greece, the UK, and France (for the Olympics!), today, I wish to highlight a stunning resort that just re-opened on July 1st on the shores of Lake Fuschl in Austria: Rosewood Schloss Fuschl. I’m eager to give you the inside scoop on this secret (not for long) treasure!  The Reopening […]

It is true, I broke up with a boy after he took me camping in Vermont. Not because of the camping per se, but because he did not prepare properly, which I took as an indicia of a broader lack of forethought—especially when I think of how magical and well-prepared a stay at Clayoquot Wilderness […]

Regent’s Seven Seas Explorer

When you think of castles, do you think of Greece? Most conjure images of Germany, Spain, Austria, France, Wales, or Scotland (and probably Disney).  Greece estimates there are over twelve hundred castles on its mainland and islands—there are so many that Greece doesn’t even offer a complete count! Many cultures have left their mark on […]

This past week while traveling in Geece, I learned about the Cruise of the Kings, which occurred in the summer of 1954. (Why hasn’t a film been made about this extraordinary cruise on a royal yacht?) 

It’s that time of year again! The first Monday of May is tomorrow, and that means the Met Gala is tomorrow night. If you’ve not yet seen the documentary film The First Monday in May, I highly recommend it! (You can rent or buy it on Amazon Prime or AppleTV). The film follows the creation […]

In honor of Earth Day this past week, let’s focus on travel and its impact on climate change.  One of Virtuoso’s most enviable aspects is its leadership in sustainable travel. I truly value that. On my recent trip to Italy, the effects of climate change were everywhere, from the warm temperatures in Rome in early […]

“Life is a combination of magic and pasta,” said Italian filmmaker Federico Fellini. And indeed, over these past weeks in Italy, my life was a blend of magic and pasta. My excellent guides gave me moments of insight into the past, and I encountered inklings of what I dream to see in the future. That’s […]

Here are seven key takeaways that struck me from my trip: TAKEAWAY NO. 01 It’s okay to see a place again:  When you reread a novel, you experience it differently because YOU are different. The same goes for the sites, so just because you’ve seen a place before, consider visiting it again. A different guide […]