Though I’ve been to Italy a number of times, I’d never gone to the Abruzzo region until recently. Friends of mine were renting a place for a few months near Pescara, the largest city in Abruzzo, and invited me to visit them during my travels in Italy.For geographical purposes, Abruzzo is in central Italy, about fifty miles east of Rome. The landscape is predominantly rugged, characterized by mountains and hills, and dotted with charming villages and vineyards. But it also overlooks a picturesque stretch of the Adriatic Sea and boasts beautiful beaches. Due to this diversity of scenery, people often describe Abruzzo as having “two souls and one heart.”

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Once in a great while, I’m only able to spend a short time in a destination due to a tight schedule. When this happens, as it did on my recent visit to Madrid, I typically opt to join an organized tour to see the major highlights. And I really appreciate it when skip-the-line access is included at the most popular (and crowded) sites.

Enter The Tour Guy and its “Madrid in a Day with Prado Museum and Royal Palace” tour. On the day of our excursion, my husband and I lucked out, as no one else had signed up. So we ended up having a private tour. Score!

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The Cradle of the Renaissance is globally famous for its profusion of art galleries, hosting some of the most important names in art history. Indeed, a quick search for “art galleries in Florence Italy” will return not only one or two results but entire tours that can take days to complete.

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Summer isn’t just a season—it’s a mindset. Whether you’re lounging poolside, hosting a backyard get together, attending a summer outdoor concert or spending the day at the beach, the following products are a must to have to enjoy sun-warm days. From botanical spritzers and non-alcoholic coolers to small-batch iced teas and next-gen lemonades, these are the beverages worth stocking in your fridge all summer long. Say yes to

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Eating Europe has brought the best of European Cuisine for over 14 years. The first tour was in Rome. It has grown to 9 countries, 18 cities, and 50 individual tours. Touted by all the big-name leaders in the tour industry, such as Rick Steves, Eating Europe is a must-do when visiting Florence or any of their tour cities.

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Nestled in the high desert of Sasabe, Arizona, Rancho de la Osa is a storied guest ranch where the thrill of being just steps from the Mexican border meets wide open skies and rugged beauty. Explore striking geologic formations and sleep inside thick adobe walls that whisper tales from the 1700s—the ranch is home to the oldest building in Arizona still in use. With a memorable legacy that includes missionaries, cattlemen, and cowboys, this is where the Wild West lives on in comfort and color.

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Nestled in the heart of Canada’s capital city, Ottawa, the historic ByWard Market district has been a vibrant hub for commerce and culture since its establishment in 1826. Originally known as "Bytown," the city was renamed Ottawa in 1855. Lieutenant Colonel By established his base here for surveying and constructing the Rideau Canal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that spans 125 miles and connects the Ottawa River in Ottawa to the Cataraqui River and Lake Ontario in Kingston, Ontario. As the city grew and developed, the ByWard Market began to take shape.

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San Diego’s buzzing food scene has a few new names added to the arsenal. Whether you’re craving chicken and biscuits or want to enjoy pasta and cocktails, here are some recent openings and places you might want to check out.

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California has an abundance of exceptional wines, and discovering new favorites is an exciting mission. Sommeliers and wine enthusiasts worldwide are inspired by wines that showcase distinct characteristics in a subtle and refined manner. This piece focuses on my selection of the highest-quality organic wines from six wineries in Northern California—they are a must-try for any wine lover.

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A seaplane flight is the quintessential Pacific Northwest experience and with Kenmore Air, you’ll get the opportunity to see Seattle from a unique perspective.  Kenmore Air has been around since 1946 and has an impeccable reputation in the industry. It’s the largest seaplane operation in the U.S. and offers a number of scenic flight tours in the region, as well as operates as a mode of transportation to the San Juan Islands and British Columbia. 

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