We're back with wonderful memories of a magical adventure. We enjoyed the ambiance & excitement of the London Olympiad. Paris was enthralling, our hotel ideally placed. Tooling around beautiful France & enjoying the food, sights, & people made it difficult to come home! All went smoothly, we wouldn't change a thing, and are grateful for all your help.
Food and Wine Recommendations
A China trip for gourmands
An elegant 6-night private culinary trip through Shanghai and Hangzhou in conjunction with the Park Hyatt Shanghai's annual "Masters of Food and Wine Festival," featuring hosted gala dinners, champagne class, privately guided tours and more. See details. (Nov 27 - Dec 3, 2013, from $8,750 pp)
Fall Wine Cruise
9-night Pacific Coastal voyage.
Celebrate the west coast and our wine culture onboard Celebrity Cruises, sailing from Vancouver to San Diego, and featuring Victoria and Nanaimo in British Columbia, Seattle, an overnight call in San Francisco, and Monterey. Immerse yourself in the culture of wine ashore and onboard at Cellar Masters. A state-of-the-art Enomatic® wine dispensing system allows you to sample a taste or enjoy a glass, while Celebrity's sommeliers offer insight into the fine art of wine selection, an integral part of an epicurean lifestyle. (Sept. 13, 2013. From $979. See Offer# 996868.)
Explore wonderful Argentina
From laid back elegance to exuberant city life.
The problem with a trip to Argentina is you might not want to return home. Our travel experts can customize your trip to ensure you see nature’s majesty in the form of Iguassu Falls, a panoramic waterfall in the heart of the South American wilderness on the border of Argentina and Brazil. You can then slip down to Mendoza, a laid back city synonymous with its famous wine. With tree-lined streets and an abundance of cafes and nearby vineyards, it’s a place to sit back and sip away in relaxation. You’ll need to rejuvenate a bit before taking on the energetic city of Buenos Aires, a city known for its frenzied nightlife, designer boutiques and its love for soccer.
Wine tour in Bordeaux
You’ve never experienced wine quite like this...
You’ve just dropped off your bags and are walking to one of the hotel’s private lounges. Your guide awaits with an introductory course into the region’s unique wine. The grapes, the aging and of course the tastings are the highlight. The next morning, the journey begins. As you visit the most premier wineries, you gain access to the best wine cellars in the world to savor some of the best vintages you’ll ever taste. You will also have your own private wine coach with you throughout your entire stay to talk you through the complexities of the region. When you’re done you’ll be ever more the expert!
Drift away your worries on the Douro river cruise
A ripe land of enchanting vineyards and farms that cling to countryside await you as you cruise in the Douro River Valley of Portugal and Spain. The Douro is considered one of the most “unspoiled” river valleys by the UNESCO World Heritage Centre. Aboard a Uniworld or Ama Waterways cruise, you’ll experience wines from the village vineyards and enjoy authentic Spanish-style lunches complete with a Flamenco show while traveling through the historical cities of Lisbon, Coimbra, Porto and Salamanca. Our exclusive savings to you include up to $100 onboard credit for singles and up to $600 for couples.