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For The Love of Food is the biggest (and best) street food show the world has ever seen. Over one crazy weekend, September 26-28, the finest traders will be cooking up a storm to win the public’s vote in…
Continue readingWhen it comes to cruising, most people are familiar with ocean cruising and the stereotypical notion of huge boats, myriad of activities, and glamorous dinners. However, for some this type of travel can be a little overwhelming: the crowds, the…
Continue readingWandering the hilly, narrow cobblestone streets in our home base of Montalcino, Italy, a Medieval city of interlocking passageways, I reminded myself I was walking through history spanning eight hundred years. Welcome to…
Continue readingBarcelona is the second largest city in Spain with a population of 1.6 million. It is an old city, 3rd century BC, and yet a modern city. The most recognized landmark is the La Sagrada Familia Barcelona is a popular…
Continue readingOn August 29th, 4,200 athletes from 165 countries will arrive in London for the London 2012 Paralympics. If you have been glued to the TV this past week watching the Olympic competition and regretting that you’re not part of this…
Continue readingLondon is the only 3-time, modern day Olympic host. During the bidding process, Paris was the favored city. London, with the influence of Sebastian Coe, triumphed with a 4 point advantage (50-54). Have you been reading stories about the weed-infested…
Continue readingTrooping the Colour is the official celebration of the Queen’s birthday. Queen Elizabeth II’s birth date is April 21st but it is celebrated in June since the London weather is better for such pageantry. The celebration commences on Saturday, June…
Continue readingEddie’s Fun delivers you directly to the action by taking you into private Italian homes, through local villages, and to local hotspots! Eddie and his tour “buddies” give private tours in Rome that are specifically designed for introducing groups to…
Continue readingOn July 27th, all eyes turn to London for the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Olympics. BTW, don’t forget about the Paralympics August 29-September 9th. On March 15th, KZSB Santa Barbara News Press TV & RADIO interviewed travel authorities…
Continue readingNot long ago, I was talking to a chocolatier at Borough Market, one of the premier fresh produce markets in London, when he told me about Toral Shah’s The Urban Kitchen cookery school. I couldn’t wait to film and participate…
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