Have you ever booked a trip off of a single photo? Literally one picture? I have. I’m continuously searching for intriguing properties or inspiring places to put on my must-visit bucket list, and the hunt of finding where we might go next is almost as exciting as the travel itself! Knowing we would have a few days free after our trip to Italy this past summer, I began searching for a new place to explore. I wanted to discover somewhere different, somewhere unique… And then I saw a picture of Aman Sveti Stefan, and knew that our next adventure would be in Montenegro…
Read MoreThe second half of our week spent in Italy in late September was enjoyed in the country's northern lakes region on the banks of Lake Como. The lake is home to plenty of storied hotels, but one that continues to be a favorite among jet setters is the luxurious Grand Hotel Tremezzo, which we chose…
Read MoreRome. Florence. Venice. These cities are on every tourist's must-see list while in Italy. But wander past these famed locales and you'll find pleasure in the country's less-frequented spots, some of the best being in the unsung north where rugged peaks, grand villas and glittering lakes take center stage. In the foothills of the Alps on the border of Switzerland lies Lake Como, a picture-perfect paradise known as a home-away-from-home for the rich and famous. But don't let that steer you away…
Read MoreThere are few things more timeless than vacationing on the shores of the Mediterranean. The thought of it immediately conjures up images of Jackie Kennedy and Grace Kelly looking fabulous while boating along the region's iconic coastline. This is the experience I've dreamed of for years, so when our travels took us to Italy's Amalfi Coast last month, I knew we had to make the most of our time! For me, the foundation of any great trip means choosing the perfect hotel, and we couldn't have been more pleased with..
Read MoreIf you're like me, West Virginia doesn't initially come to mind when thinking of must-visit travel destinations. However, thanks to one gorgeous resort nestled in the mountains of this southern state, it should be! Here's why... At the end of August, my mom and I took a quick girls' trip to The Greenbrier…
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