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I just finished reading Mary Pat Kelly’s book, Galway Bay, that sheds light on the ancestors of today’s forty-four million Irish Americans. It is the story of one family’s struggle with the Great Starvation caused by the potato blight in the 1840’s and how they rose above near death to build a new life in [...]
Shenandoah National Park celebrates its 75th anniversary this year after being dedicated by President Franklin D. Roosevelt on July 3, 1936. This Virginia Park boasts nearly 200,000 acres and draws in more than 1.2 million visitors a year. Shenandoah is filled with beauty and history but also offers many recreational opportunities to appeal to multiple [...]
If you’ve never been to Europe or are itching to get back, why not visit three countries in one trip? Collette’s new, 10-day Treasures of Tuscany & Provence tour with departures starting in May 2012 features Italy, France, and Monaco. Yes, these incredibly popular and beautiful regions are known for their great food and wines but there’s also so [...]
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Thanks to those of you who have read our blog, returned for another visit, and maybe even commented on one of our posts.
Traveling Well has been going strong since 2009 when we launched our first Reality Tour series showcasing South America’s wines and wonders. No one is more amazed that we have been able to continually contribute [...]
Across the country, most of us celebrate the birthday of America on July 4th weekend waving flags at hometown parades, licking ice cream cones, enjoying firework displays, and hosting or attending backyard BBQs.
Hopefully we will also take a moment to thank the men and women of our armed forces - and their families – for the tremendous sacrifices they have [...]
Beijing has always been a city of interest and Collette Product Manager, Krystle Ang, explains why the 9-day Beijing City Stay is a popular tour for 2012:
1.      Value
Starting at only $749 and with most dates at $949 (land only), Beijing City Stay is an unbeatable value for a 7 night stay that includes 7 breakfasts, [...]
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I know we are barely a week into summer, but if you don’t already have a summer vacation planned, why not look ahead to travel September through December?
While many Collette passengers do travel in the summer months (the Canadian Rockies are beautiful this time of year), many of our clients opt to travel in the [...]
Here are a few travel tips to help you out on your next escorted tour.
Pack with Purpose – Bring a couple pairs of classic black pants – they go with everything.
Study Hard – Review your itinerary and research the places you’ll visit. That way you can really delve into a destination.
Copy Yourself – Photo copy [...]
In Costa Rica, this phrase “Pura Vida” is often used. However, instead of being thought of as a phrase, it is more of a way of life. Translated as “pure life,” it suggests a simple way of living and enjoying the moments as they come. Costa Rican locals say this to guests constantly to remind them [...]
As Wimbledon gets underway, I’m thinking of my last trip to London and wondering if I’ll realize my plan to visit next year during the Summer Olympics.
For those tennis tourists there now or those of you who have planned a trip this summer, here is my top 5 list of attractions or things to do/see in [...]
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