The Joy of Crafted Travel: From Chaos to Connection
Budapest Travel for us has changed over the decades. In the beginning (read-younger days), a backpack and a general outline were good enough. That transitioned to booking flights and accommodations that were cheap and hopefully safe, to looking for comfort and value. Now, while comfort and value are still paramount, the endless hours planning these perfect holidays have, on occasion, morphed into using a crafted holiday travel experience. As time goes by, we appreciate and en
A tale of two Rieslings
From the Mosel to Clare Valley. Germany to Australia, whic is better?
Christmas Adventures
What we did Christmas season of 2024. The good ship ATLA In the 10 days leading up to Christmas, we joined a Viking River Cruise from...
Airport rules for travelers.
Traveling can be a trying adventure, especially when it comes to traversing the gauntlet that is the airport. Where it starts! But...
Holidays get you down?
The holiday season is generally fraught with more challenges than cheer; for many, it is not the Hallmark movie time of year. While we...
Airport to hotel. How to do it!
Getting from the airport to your hotel can significantly influence the start of your trip. Here are some of the best options to consider:...
Why wine?
Ultimately, the love for wine can be seen as a harmonious convergence of sensory pleasure, social communion, cultural significance, and emot
In Giverny, Claude Monet
In Giverny, Claude Monet created
Staying connected while traveling
Greetings, intrepid travelers! 🌍 Having been traveling from the United States to Australia and Europe for many many years, staying...
The perfect pair - ing
Attention, wine enthusiasts and influencers! 🍷 This is an attempt at some tongue-in-cheek humour. Let's talk about the ultimate pairing...
River Cruising with Viking
Cruising Embark on the journey of a lifetime, they say, with the meticulously curated Viking River Cruise they say, where every moment is...
Balnaves 2018 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, The Tally, Coonawarra
"Among his many pursuits, Doug Balnaves was a shearer of Merino sheep. A shearer in Australia is paid by the number of sheep he shears....
Visit historic Sirmione
Beautiful Sirimione Lake Garda Italy.
Plan a wine tasting adventure.
Planning a day of wine tasting can be a delightful experience. Here are some steps to help you plan: 1. Choose a Wine Region: Sounds...
Cheers to a good glass of Red
Cheers to wonderful evenings with a nice glass of red wine! There's something truly magical about the rich olfactory envelopment and...
