If I had to describe Vienna in one word, it would be romantic. I grew fonder of the city as I walked down the streets, dined in the restaurants, and experienced the history. It is a place where people tango in the streets, horse carriage rides are mainstream, and live classical music performances are in every church and concert hall you pass. So, if you find yourself in Vienna, be prepared to run after your heart — the rest of you may have a hard time catching up!

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The Gulf Coast of Florida, with its gorgeous, sugar-white sand and warm, Gulf of America water, which can vary in color from the darkest aquamarine to the palest peridot, will not only provide you with amazingly beautiful photos, but is also a wonderful vacation destination. The area runs all along the Gulf coast, through several southern states, is truly lovely and offers a wide array of lodging options, entertainment choices and great local dining. One of my favorite places is Destin, Florida.

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A Kringle is a Scandinavian pastry, a sort of Nordic pretzel, which can be filled with a variety of sweet options. From strawberry cheesecake to apple to pecan, this pastry is available in just about every flavor. Hand-rolled from Danish pastry dough which has rested overnight, the sheets of flaky dough are layered, then shaped into an oval, filled with fruit or nuts, and then baked and iced. A typical Kringle is a large, flat oval measuring approximately 14 inches by 10 inches and weighing about 1.5 pounds.

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The best trips are those that rarely happen! Mad monsoonal rains are ripping through Southern India. The hill station of Chikmagalur, India’s premium coffee-growing region, is cowering under the heaviest rainfall in decades, tumbling with landslides. The Serai Chikmagalur calls to cancel our long-planned, much-anticipated trip. This is devastating. We are stranded for 6 days at the new RAS Residency in the temple town of Kumbakonam trying to reinvent our itinerary. All alternatives are rain-impacted. In exasperation we are about to book flights back home. JUST then The Serai calls. The rains have miraculously ceased. U-turn to Chikmagalur. HURRAH!

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As we walked through the doors of the Nordic, a sense of cool and calm enveloped us. The roomy, air-conditioned lobby was refreshing after the scorching sun outside. Soft, ambient lighting bathed the area warmly, creating a peaceful vibe. When we approached the reception desk, we were greeted with a warm, friendly smile that instantly put us at ease. Right then, we knew we were in for a fantastic stay! Whether in Tallinn, Estonia, for leisure, business, or both, the Nordic is the best place to stay in the city or Old Town. This modern 4-star lodging has it all—location, luxury, abundant amenities, a restaurant and bar, and lots to see and do in the area.

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Temecula, California, is quickly gaining recognition as the next Napa Valley. With over 50 wineries, this comparison is far from an exaggeration. As the demand for resorts in the area continues to rise, Ponte Vineyard Inn stands out as a premier choice. After experiencing a stay at this luxurious retreat, I can confidently say this is the perfect destination if you seek elegance and serenity amidst beautifully manicured grounds.

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From my perch in the sky, the view over the Sonoran Desert was sublime. It’s one thing to explore this landscape on foot; it’s another to experience it from a bird’s eye perspective high above the ground. Only then, are the wonders of this scenery fully realized and appreciated. I was on a sunrise hot air balloon flight with Rainbow Ryders in the Phoenix/Scottsdale area. It was a no-brainer to choose this particular company, as I had done a previous flight with them in Albuquerque several years ago. And the experience was magical and memorable.

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When The Landing Golf Course opened in Reynolds Lake Oconee in 1986, no one could have predicted what would happen next. The Bob Cupp designed 7,000-yard, 18-hole layout would spark one of golf’s longest-running success stories ever. Today, Reynolds Lake Oconee’s 12,000-acres in Greensboro, GA, is home to six critically acclaimed championship golf courses and one of the finest club building and instructional centers in the world. These courses and facilities represent a Who’s Who in golf architecture and game improvement.

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You would think that the Westin Puntacana’s decision to say no to plastic straws flies in the face of a better bottom line. The truth is, the ownership, staff and hotel guests see this action as another positive chapter in the resort’s long running commitment toward a cleaner environment. Over 45 years ago, Puntacana Resort & Club began practicing sustainable development before the term even existed. Preserving their pristine ocean, beaches, and overall ecosystem has long been a Puntacana Resort cornerstone. Pushing back against plastic’s negative impact on the amenity that Punta Cana guests love most, makes this resort’s decision to grasp more eco-sensitive alternatives a long-term business slam dunk.

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It's all about the views when vacationing at the luxurious Cerulean Villa on the island of Anguilla. Here are eight highlights featuring you all you need to know about this 20,000-square-foot property located just steps from the Caribbean Sea.

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