Weekly Question #12: Would you travel to a country considered to be dangerous? A somewhat knotty and gritty question, but one which our Belles approached with their usual aplomb and ... Read more
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Do you still buy traditional guidebooks?
…And do you have a favorite Paris hotel? The Travel Belles tackle the practical question of travel information-gathering, and dream about best places to stay in the City of Light. ... Read more
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Do you always travel with a camera?
And What’s the best conversation you’ve had with a stranger on a plane? The Travel Belles talk about their camera addictions and share the best conversations they’ve had on a ... Read more
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7 Steps to Brilliant, Non-Boring Business Travel
A conference in Coventry might sound about as appealing as having a tooth removed, but the bonus of business travel is that you get to see places you might never ... Read more
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Why You Should Never Trust a Zambian Road Map
Maps should not be trusted. At least not in Africa. For though they may show you that a road exists in theory, they cannot account for its actual state. We learned this the hard way.We had based an entire month of travel plans on the existence of a single road,…
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Copenhagen’s Tivoli Gardens
I would not have believed in the existence of Tivoli Gardens in Copenhagen if I had not seen it with my own eyes: an amusement park in the middle of ... Read more
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Champagne Wishes, Sparkling Wine Dreams
The history of Champagne, or the sparkling wine, that can only come from the Champagne region of France, is vast. Legends and facts filled with intrigue, invention by mistake, kings and queens, and regional and national rivalries, dazzle and tantalize, much like a crystal flute of the end result itself.
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Italian Ingredients: Olive Oil
Ingredienti Italiani: Olive Oil Olio Extra Vergine d’Oliva {AWlyoh extra-VERgeeney d’AWleevah} The best known, and top-quality extra virgin olive oil comes from Italy, no doubt. Not to mention balsamic vinegar– ... Read more
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The Swimwear You Need In Your Travel Bag
You’ve picked your destination, bought your ticket, and ticked off all the items on your list – everything except your swimwear. The swimwear you need in your travel bag should ... Read more