Victoria Jungfrau
Day 10: Interlaken in the Jungfrau Region. I wanted to share photos of our beautiful hotel. This was one of our favorite resorts to date for its relaxing atmosphere, tranquility, and unobtrusive luxury. We knew it was historical and lovely and have had clients stay here but we never knew how lovely it really was until we stayed ourselves. Not only is it a gorgeous resort in an ideal location, surrounded by nature and the Swiss Alps, but the staff goes out of their way to care for you. Enjoy the photos!… Read More
Jungfrau, Switzerland – Day 7
Day 7: On day seven, we transferred from breathtaking Zermatt to the majestic Jungfrau Region – going from one beautiful location to the other. I’ve seen photos for years, and we even visited Switzerland in 2015, but our time in this region was extremely short, as we just did a day trip. Ever since then, I’ve wanted to return and explore the area. I’m so glad we took the time to return. Today, I’ll mostly be sharing photos, as I think they speak for themselves. For our visit to the Jungfrau Region,… Read More
Zermatt, Switzerland – Days 5 and 6
We said a reluctant good-bye to Paris and headed to Zermatt, Switzerland via train. It was a long but fantastic journey. Our arrival into Zermatt was stunning, as the closer you get, the more fabulous the scenery was. We were even fortunate to get clear views of the Matterhorn, which is definitely not a guarantee. If you get a great view, make sure to capture it while you can. Moments later, it can be enshrined in clouds! Zermatt is a car free town so on arrival, you either make your own way… Read More
Paris by Night – A Seine River Dining Experience
On our last night in Paris, we did something very special. We enjoyed an exceptional dinner cruise on a unique yacht as we sailed on the Seine. Now…there are river cruises and then there are Michelin-starred Parisian Dinner Cruises. This particular dinner cruise is set on a luxurious yacht with elegant wood paneling, ornate carpeting, and private dining tables decorated with pristine, white tablecloths and napkins. The yacht is docked just opposite the Eiffel Tower, so you start and end near this brilliant historical monument. The wide windows provide excellent views to… Read More
Paris Cafes, Hot Chocolate, and Macarons – Day 4
Day 4: Paris – I’m nothing if not repetitive, so I’ll say it again. When traveling abroad, slow it down if at all possible! Yes, it’s important to see the highlights but make absolutely sure you build in plenty of time to explore and get lost . We spent a lot of time wandering the streets of Paris on our own…the extraordinarily beautiful streets! Paris has some of the best restaurants in the world. Try not to miss the cafés and coffee shops as well. I’m pretty sure we found the best… Read More
Paris – Exploring the Louvre and Montmartre Day 3
Day 3: Paris Part One – We took a private tour of Montmartre with one of our favorite guides, Audrey, on Day 3. She was excellent and we learned so much about this special area of Paris. We especially loved the quaint, narrow, cobblestoned streets winding up and down this hilly area. Please note however that as charming as this area is, its steep streets are not ideal to explore for those who have mobility issues. The white Sacré-Cœur Basilica crowns the Montmartre area at the summit, which is the highest point… Read More
Paris The Eiffel Tower and Monet – Day 2
Day 2: Paris – There are far too many beautiful museums in Paris to enjoy in a week, but we were going to try. Day two began with a morning visit to the Musée de l’Orangerie where we got to enjoy Monet. We’d never visited this museum in past trips, and had no idea what to expect. It is stunning…so simple and elegant and L’Orangerie does an amazing job of displaying Monet’s most beautiful art in a way that we can sit and just take it all in. Amazing if you have… Read More
Paris Culinary Tours and Vintage Cars – Day 1
Paris! For years, I fought the temptation to “love” Paris because – well – everyone loves Paris. This almost always equates to an overwhelming number of tourists, crowded streets, shops and museums, tourist traps, and pickpockets. This famous “City of Lights” or also known as the “City of Love” however, has slowly chipped away at my resistance over the years, and I am finally brave enough to admit that I, too, love Paris! Join me on my little journey. Day 1: Paris – We took an overnight nonstop flight Chicago to Paris… Read More
The Scenic Jasper
The Scenic Jasper joined the fleet of Scenic ships in 2015. This 169 passenger ship was created with the intention of offering additional space dedicated to public areas, which makes for a more comfortable cruising experience. There are actually six dining options aboard the Scenic Jasper, which is an unusually high number. You can find a combination of fine dining as well as casual fare. As with most river cruise ships, I love that you can lounge or dine while enjoying views of the water and the towns and villages you are… Read More
Amadeus Silver III
Here is a quick photoblog of the Amadeus Silver III. Amadeus is a family run organization, and also one of the oldest river cruise companies in Europe. Though similar in size to most other river cruise ships, I found this ship to be rather unique in comparison. Take a look. Just a few views of the Amadeus Silver III from the port in Budapest. It’s lovely on a sunny day, with it’s soothing colors reflected in the water. Here are a few different stateroom categories, to give you an idea of the… Read More
Deena Gainor
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