Venice Top Sightseeing List With only 24 hours in Venice, I wanted to see the gondoliers, magnificent architecture and explore some of its 118 islands, 400 bridges and…
There are 2,704 castles throughout Scotland dating back centuries. Some are in ruins, while others are still owned and maintained by the family clan who have lived there…
The word is out. The number of foreign visitors to Iceland has quadrupled since 2010. Last year, almost 2.5 million visitors came to Iceland. Iceland has become one…
Greenland: Nuuk & Ilulissat Greenland, an autonomous nation within the Kingdom of Denmark, is truly a world apart and an adventurer’s destination. It is a surprisingly easy country…
Faroe Islands Faroe Islands is Europe’s best-kept secret. The 18 jagged rock island grouping offers up a dreamland of vistas where you can experience all four seasons in…
Slovenia is in the heart of Europe and borders the alps and Mediterranean Coast. It’s a country that has a little bit of everything –alps, beaches, pristine lakes,…
Minsk, Belarus Located in Eastern Europe, the Republic of Belarus is abundant with nature. Almost 40% of its land is blanketed with majestic forests, and over 20,000 rivers meander throughout the…
Top Europe Destinations Sharing the Best of 2016! Here are the top Europe destinations to visit. If you make it to these places you've just scratched the surface…
Favorite Things to do in Athens Why Visit Athens? It’s the cradle of Western Civilization, and one of the oldest cities in the world dating back to 3,000…
Best places to visit in Turkey We arrived to Istanbul Ataturk Airport the day after the June 2016 attacks, and surprisingly felt very safe and had a fabulous…
Top 10 Things to do in Istanbul Turkey stretches along the southern shore of the Black Sea connecting Asia and Europe. Istanbul is the capitol city, a cultural…
April Festivals Around the World From Spring celebrations to water blessings, and land dives, there are many festivals throughout the world in the month of April. Here are…
Top Sardinia Destinations Sardinia surprised us! The second largest Italian island is one of the best kept secrets. We had no idea there was so much natural beauty…
The Amalfi Coast One of the most scenic drives in the world is along the Amalfi Coast in Southern Italy! From Punta Campanella to Salerno, you’ll find breathtaking…
Things to do in Montenegro Montenegro is a wonderland, the new darling of the Mediterranean. Protected by giant limestone mountains overlooking beautiful lakes, a fjord-like bay, and fertile valleys…
Macedonia Travel Guide Macedonia is in the heart of the Balkans where east meets west. Its country has endured wars, conflicts, and separations, yet its people stay anchored…
Ever heard of The Azores? Christopher Columbus visited this hidden gem in the Atlantic. If you're looking for a unique island destination, find out more about The Azores....where they are, what…
by Karissa Stone, Travel Writer Istanbul is not just a city… but a legendary capital where two of the worlds greatest empires literally collide, or better yet, where…
Top World Adventures for 2013 Read and watch what Richard Bangs talk about his Top Travel Picks for 2013. Top World Adventures for 2013 (via Richard Bangs) Richard…
By Julie Biniasz A photographer’s dream – that is what this charming village is. A sommelier friend recommended that we visit this 12th century walled gem, and it did…
Are you looking for a 5-star wine tasting experience in the Bordeaux region of France? Pauillac, France is a prime home base, and the perfect 5-star accommodations can be found…
Alps & Beyond, created a customized, unforgettable trip to show us the best in Piemonte. The owner and our guide, Anna Bezzola, introduced us to this region's rich…
A hike in the Alps Dolomites Italy We just returned from an INCREDIBLE hiking experience in the Dolomiti, the Northeastern Alps of Italy. Alps and Beyond, provided a…
By Julie Biniasz Marathon du Medoc - www.marathondumedoc.com What could possibly be more fun than a 26.2 mile Marathon in the viticultural center of France? You can probably…
Traveling the Country of Georgia Global Adventuress just received an update from Donna and Don who just finished a bus tour of Georgia. Georgia is a sovereign state…
An Trieste Italy Getaway Planning an adventure to Italy? Make sure that you check out this Italian gem! About Trieste Italy! In the Northeastern corner of Italy, Trieste…
Global Adventuress is a Community Partner with the Seattle Art Museum, Elles: Women Artists from the Centre Pompidou, Paris a landmark exhibition of more than 130 works of art…
"If you get simple beauty and naught else, you get the best God invents." Robert Browning The enchanting medieval town of Asolo is known as the pearl of the…
As we stepped into Roberto Marussi's Al Bagatto Restaurant, www.albagatto.it , we thought we had left outside the famous Trieste "bora", a strong wind that blows through the city. But…
For decades, we've been trying different small hotels, bed & breakfasts in one of our favorite cities - Paris! One of our favorite finds as you stay in…
In 2002, Anna Bezzola founded Alps and Beyond, an extraordinary travel company that offers hiking and walking tours of various difficulty levels in Italy and Switzerland, with great…
Every first Sunday in September, the spectacular Regata Storica parades down the Grand Canal, the main waterway in Venice. The Regata Storica is one of the great Italian traditions that has…
Greenland is full of ice, and Iceland is very nice
"Greenland is full of ice, and Iceland is very nice.” This quote from one of my favorite childhood movies popped into my mind while driving through Reykjavic this…
The Venetian Hotel Danieli is a slice of Venetian heaven with its beautiful historical architecture, elegant furnishings, impeccable service, and ideal location. When you enter the sumptuous lobby…
Click here if you dare, and view Richard Bangs, the pioneer of adventure travel, latest series of Huffington Post articles on Northern Ireland: This is the first in a…
Love, Laughter and Lunch – Meet Helen Tsanos Sheinman!
Featuring photography of Helen's culinary creations and dazzling images of unique pottery and textiles made by contemporary Cypriot artisans, Love, Laughter and Lunch will undoubtedly hold a special…
Ready to go on a Photo Assignment in Umbria with National Geographic’s Catherine Karnow?
We attended the National Geographic Lecture last week, and heard Photojournalist Catherine Karnow speak to a crowd of 2,500 about her inspiring experiences in Vietnam and were moved…
Read up on a Richard Bangs Adventure in Western Ireland, The Savage Craic Of Western Ireland: Photos Credits: Didrik Johnck You can view 14 videos from Western Ireland…
here's a list of favorite things to do by arrondisement (neighborhoods) in Paris! FAVORITES/TO DO’s: 1e Colorist – Christophe Robin at 7 rue du Mont Thabor Place Vendome…
Expat’s Insider Secrets to Paris – Step by Step Guide
Paris Suggestions, Itineraries and Directions Sharisse created a step-by-step itinerary for a friend traveling through Paris below. Sharisse lived in Paris for several years and not only speaks…