What Did We Do In London? Part One The Rubens At The Palace

Rembrandt by Lisa Niver in Hemispheres United Magazine

350 years since his death Rembrandt and United Airlines

Thank you to Hemispheres, United Airlines Magazine, for publishing my story about Rembrandt. More than a dozen museums in the Netherlands, will put on exhibits to mark the 350th anniversary of Rembrandt Van Rijn’s death. Here is a by-the-numbers guide: If you are flying this month, see my article on page 34, or click here … Continued

Why is London a great first trip overseas with kids?

With low-cost airlines like WOW and Norwegian Air Shuttle (and the majors price matching in many cases), families can now get to Europe from the U.S. at very affordable prices. Add a strong U.S. dollar against the Euro and British Pound, and it’s an awesome time for your first journey to Europe. But, where should … Continued

Do You Want To Tip-Toe Through The Tulips With Me?

To honor of the life and work of Rembrandt van Rijn (1606-1669), there will be exhibitions all over the Netherlands to celebrate his art, his pupils, his networks, his techniques and his city. He is considered one of the world’s greatest artists and it has been 350 years since his passing. I want to go to … Continued

Robb Report: Are You Ready For Your First Heli-Ski Adventure?

Robb Report: Are You Ready For Your First Heli-Ski Adventure?

Thank you to the Robb Report for publishing my article: 5 Sky-High Heli-Skiing Adventures    #1 French Alps For perfect powder in the French Alps, Val Heliski has the hookup. The Courchevel-based outfitter has pioneered 32 drop zones throughout Valgrisenche, the Courmayeur Valley, and the Col du Petit Saint-Bernard Pass, ensuring ideal terrain and snow conditions at … Continued

Cruising Down the Rhone River in France

Don Mankin was hosted by AmaWaterways on a 7-day, wine-themed cruise down the Rhone River in France, all opinions are his own.Wine, Wine and More Wine One of the main attractions of this AmaWaterways trip was the wine-tastings, pairings, and seminars led by Freddy Arredondo, winemaker and co-owner of Cave B Estate Winery in Eastern Washington. A … Continued

What do Shopkins have to do with Stonehenge?

“Look, Mama!  Shopkins Stonehenge!” I glance over at my 6-year old son who has taken all of his Shopkins and strategically placed them in a circle formation with Uno cards underneath to represent the cap stones. I’m filled with pride, a giggle and find myself a little misty-eyed at the sight. We had arrived home … Continued

Have you been to the 5th smallest country in the world?

Can You Get Your Passport Stamped Inside Italy?

Have you been to the 5th smallest country in the world? Did you know that there is a country inside Italy that is not the Vatican? The world’s oldest surviving sovereign state and oldest republic is San Marino and it began in AD 301. It is officially the Republic of San Marino and is the … Continued

What did I do in Edinburgh, Scotland?

After an incredible trip in Ireland, I went to Scotland for my very first visit. I flew from Dublin to Edinburg on Ryan Air and then took the Tram from the airport to Haymarket. The weather was so beautiful that I strolled to my hotel. I had bought a SIM card from 3 in Ireland … Continued

Wander with me in Ireland

Why did I go to Kilkenny Ireland and Beyond?

I traveled to Ireland in May 2017 to attend the Travel Classics International Conference in Kilkenny. I loved learning from the writers, editors and the conference founder, Maren Rudolph. Wondering what happens during Travel Classics? I made a video to show you: VIDEO: Welcome to Travel Classics International Ireland 2017 Our keynote speaker was George … Continued

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