A luxury immersion into the soul of Ireland Michele Peterson March 14, 2016 6901 The “Luxe” of the Irish I’m walking beneath a forest canopy so veiled with vines the sun’s rays barely illuminate the path below my feet. I hold my arm out at shoulder height and hear the hawk before I see it....
A cruise through Greece on Hapag-Lloyd’s Europa 2 Michele Peterson December 28, 2015 8212 Luxury Cruising Redefined It’s my second morning aboard the Europa 2 and we’re gliding towards the island of Thassos surrounded by the crystal blue waters of the North Aegean Sea. Unlike the south of Greece, t...
Island-hopping in the Caribbean Michele Peterson October 23, 2015 11993 As our Twin Otter plane careens past a mist-shrouded volcano and screeches to a stop on a runway that drops into the Caribbean Sea, I’m tempted to join my fellow passengers who spontaneously burst into applause...
Real Rome – hidden nuggets from a professional traveller Michele Peterson September 7, 2015 9331 The summer of 2015 may become known as the summer of the selfie stick across Europe. In Italy, whether you’re crossing Venice’s Rialto Bridge or lounging on Rome’s Spanish Steps, you’re likely to encounter tout...
Foodie tour of the Rhône-Alpes Michele Peterson June 5, 2015 8029 Cycle route Annecy As someone who spends much of her time behind a computer there’s nothing quite as satisfying as being able to boast that I cycled the French Alps. The fact that I’m pedaling an electric b...
Sailing the Secret Caribbean Michele Peterson March 27, 2015 12505 Exploring hidden islands on the Royal Clipper I realize something as soon as our ship sets sail. It’s not about the posh cabins, the exotic ports of call or even the 5-course gourmet dinners, the magic of the...
Cruising Germany’s Christmas Markets Michele Peterson November 29, 2014 7230 Nuremberg Medievel market tower Germany is home to more than 150 Christmas markets and if you’re tempted to think they’re only about lebkuchen and mulled wine, you’re in for a surprise. Signaling the beginnin...
Turks & Caicos Provo Perfection Michele Peterson September 22, 2014 9156 Exploring the natural wonders of the Turks & Caicos Islands I was floating above one of the world’s largest barrier reefs and below me a school of yellow-tailed damselfish flitted past a giant sea fan wavi...
New Palm Beach Michele Peterson August 31, 2014 8407 Timeless classic revisited Fresh on the heels of celebrating the 100th anniversary of its founding by oil tycoon Henry Flagler, Palm Beach has a new energy that's fast transforming its image as Miami's staid n...
Family travel goes upscale in Dominican Republic Michele Peterson June 19, 2014 9933 With its calm waters, white sand beaches and lofty palm trees, Punta Cana is blessed with natural features perfect for kids. It’s also located in the Dominican Republic, one of the first Caribbean islands to de...
