Many people have a vision of Lake Como based on its Hollywood portrayal (think luxury villas and postcard-worthy scenery). After visiting a few of the small towns surrounding this lake last Spring, I can tell you that the Hollywood version is pretty accurate…minus the crowds. I’ll start with saying that…
Author: Glitzy Globetrotter
Faroe Islands
“Where exactly are the Faroe Islands?” This is the question most people asked me when I told them about my vacation plans to visit the Faroe Islands. Honestly, I had never heard of this tiny country of 18 islands until I traveled to Portugal and someone on my tour, who…
Portugal
You don’t have to be a wine lover to appreciate a trip to Portugal. This country is probably one of the most underrated destinations in all of Europe. The country’s landscape is beautiful and diverse, the food is inexpensive and delicious, the residents are friendly, and the weather is outstanding…
Iceland
One of my favorite trips was a tour around southern Iceland….a land of many natural wonders, including lava fields, glaciers, waterfalls and fjords. If you’re looking for a destination that offers lots of natural beauty, and a bit of uniqueness, this is the trip for you. I loved it so…
Kenya and Tanzania Safari
“Aren’t you scared?” This is the question that I kept being asked by people when I told them that I was going on an African safari. For me, it was quite the opposite. Excitement and anticipation. I wanted to experience a National Geographic moment, and test my knowledge of the…
Turks & Caicos
With so many beautiful islands in the Caribbean, it’s hard to pick one favorite. In my case, the best is Turks & Caicos (“T&C”), hands-down. I’ve traveled to many Caribbean islands over the years, but I keep coming back to the Grace Bay area of T&C. It has the most…
Rocky Mountaineer & Canadian Rockies
If you love mountains, lakes and spectacular scenery, you must add the Canadian Rockies to your bucket list. I started the journey with Rocky Mountaineer, which is a 2 day train journey from Vancouver to Jasper, in the heart of the Rocky Mountains. Since I wanted to extend the journey…