A Hidden Gem for Foodies in Midleton, Ireland

Is your bus tour of East Cork, Ireland complete with a stop at Jameson Whiskey? If you could take the time in this unpretentious town of Midleton you’d soon experience what is on everyone’s radar these days. Food Traceabilty. This up and coming awareness to the Food Industry in Ireland …

London Doesn’t Have To Be Expensive

There are literally hundreds of free things to do in London even though it’s known as the most expensive city in Britain.  Here are 5 fabulous things to see for free so you can splurge your pounds elsewhere. The National Gallery – This beautiful museum is located in the famous …

Napa Valley On A Budget

The world renowned Napa Valley receives millions of visitors every year.  But long gone are the days of free tastings and economy pricing on dining and lodging. How can you still enjoy what this area has to offer and not go broke trying? Where To Stay Hotel lodgings in the …

Innsbruck, Austria the Capital of the Alps

The city of Innsbruck and Austria in general is so beautiful that it is high on our bucket list to go back.  There is so much history and art and culture in this small city you could easily spend a few days.  You will see for yourself why this capital …

Port of Call – Cobh, Ireland

Cobh (pronounced – Cove) was known from 1849 till 1920 as Queenstown due to a visit from Queen Victoria in 1849. The name was changed again to Cobh in 1920 with the birth of the Irish Free State. This town is part of the Cork harbor which is the 2nd …

Why We Go Back To Cornwall Again and Again

Newquay in Cornwall is a popular surfing destination. Cornwall England in Pop Culture The appeal of beautiful Cornwall all began for me before the age of internet and travel blogs.  Daphne Du Maurier and Rosamunde Pilcher used such beautiful word imagery that these seaside villages and coastlines were like nothing …

The 8 Areas Of Provence You Won’t Want To Miss

Provence is a region of France that borders Italy and the Mediterranean Sea.  The Romans first conquered this region making it the first Roman province beyond the Alps. They named it “Provincia Romana”.  It was ruled for generations by the Counts of Provence thereby evolving the region into its present …

A Taste of Ireland in Your Own Home

During our time in Ireland it was our mission to try Irish Beef Stew at every pub we went to looking for those perfect mouthwatering flavors we couldn’t get enough of.  It was amazing how differently it was made throughout Ireland! We found out different regions use beef or lamb …

The Best Family Beach Spots on the North Shore, Oahu, Hawaii

There is so much to see on all the Hawaiian Islands. Where can you begin to plan a trip and yet see all the best they have to offer?  Are you thinking about what to do on Oahu? We all know there’s the famous Diamond Head in Waikiki,  Pearl Harbor …

Discovering Nice, France and the Cote d’Azur

The Cote d’Azur  Maybe you, like me, have heard of it if not dreamed of seeing it. The southern coast of France, Nice in particular, is best known for Rose’ wines, the great artist Henri Matisse and a crystal blue coast line.   The Cote d’Azur has beckoned the European elite and …