By Diane Rose Glass From sharp, clean lemon and orange to sweet honey and spicy cloves, roses offer their own charming and wondrous scents. Fragrance can be an inescapable lure when traveling as it brings back a special memory of a place and time. To get away from the museums and crowds in Florence, Italy, here are three lesser-known destinations -- all with a connection to … [Read more...] about When in Florence Take Time to Stop and Smell the Roses
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Castle Getaway: Italy’s Northern Treasures in 7 Days
By Adriana Popa An inexhaustible destination and a dream vacation spot for many travelers around the world, Italy has something to offer in every region, and accommodations range from unassuming family-owned farmhouses to five-star hotels and renovated medieval castles. One shining example of the latter is the 12th century Castello di Montegufoni in Tuscany’s Chianti region … [Read more...] about Castle Getaway: Italy’s Northern Treasures in 7 Days
Experiential Dining in Medieval Florence
By Stephanie Wolden ITWPA Member “I don’t think I’d be impressed,” said the platinum blonde mother of three. “I’m from Texas.” “Trust me,” I said, as I rung up her new leather handbag, “there isn’t a steak in the world like the ones you’ll find here in Florence.” It’s true that many restaurants in Florence serve up a fabulous Bistecca Fiorentina, but few come with an … [Read more...] about Experiential Dining in Medieval Florence
The Oregon Coast – Where to Go, Stay, and Shoot: A Mini Guide for Travel Photography Enthusiasts
Writing and Photography by Linda Popovich The Oregon Coast is one of the most beautiful stretches of beach in the world and a dream vacation for photographers. Crashing waves, seabirds and seals, beautiful beaches, rock formations -- and that’s just the beginning of what you will see. In fact, the biggest problem is figuring out where to go, where to stay, and what to shoot, … [Read more...] about The Oregon Coast – Where to Go, Stay, and Shoot: A Mini Guide for Travel Photography Enthusiasts