Exploring travel and food go hand in hand. Enjoying different cuisines that represent the local culture is part of the fun. Sometimes you discover a foreign delicacy that makes your taste buds sing; sometimes an unfamiliar food is just too alien to stomach. I must admit, while I love trying local specialties, I’m not wildly […]
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Peru in Luxury with Adventures by Disney
Covington Vacation Advisors Pat Franks and Tracy Carr recently toured with Adventures by Disney for a luxurious introduction to the friendly culture of Peru and the mystery of the ancient Inca Empire. Lima is the gateway airport for visits to Peru. Our overnight flight from JFK took about 7 hours, Lima is in Central time […]
Budapest, Hungary: Part II – the Best of Pest
Located right in the middle of Central Europe, Budapest is the lively and enchanting capital of Hungary. The city straddles the Danube River and is the union of the original towns of Buda, Obuda and Pest. In an earlier post, I talked about the Best of Buda and in this second installment I’ll share […]
15 Favorite Food Festivals for Summer 2011
Summer bounty is celebrated throughout the US with an array of fabulous food and wine festivals. Epicurean delights are a great reason to travel, so here are 15 favorite food and wine festivals for the summer of 2011 for the consummate foodie to enjoy. June 9-12 Kapalua Wine and Food Festival, Maui, Hawaii – It’s […]
A Taste of Boston
A quick culinary tour of Boston. Where to find the best food in popular sightseeing areas of the city.
