EXPLORE ITALY THIS FALL!

Four regions, four tours to choose from

Venice, Verona, & Ravenna | September 21st - 30th, 2023

The Italian Kitchen | September 28th - October 7th, 2023

The Hidden Treasures of Le Marche | October 5th - 14th, 2023

A Taste of Sicily | October 20th - 28th, 2023

Medieval cities, charming small towns, gothic cathedrals—we’ll experience all this and more, in a journey that crosses the English Channel, taking us from London to the islands of Jersey and Guernsey, across the beaches of Normandy, to the beauty of Monet’s gardens and the elegance of Parisian boulevards.

It’s a visit that spans a spectrum of experiences—from the drama of medieval villages to the broad vistas of seaside towns to the cosmopolitan beauty of city life, with all of their attendant architectural, artistic, and gastronomic masterpieces—truly a feast for the senses!

Join Discover Europe & The Culture Concierge for two exclusive luxury tour itineraries and leisure experiences for the discerning international traveller.

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London is a wonderful city, full of an array of things to do. It is super easy to get around and the  tube goes most everywhere and is easy to navigate. We have put together a two-day itinerary which, of course, could be extended to three days, if you prefer a slower pace.

In a book entitled, So You're Going to France!  by Clara E. Laughlin, first published in 1927, the author discusses the travel company that she owned based out of NYC. At the end of the book she has "Twenty Rules for Travelers". They apply today just as much as they did in the 1920's and 30's, in one way or another. Read the full article for all 20 tips!

The Airport Schlep

Schlep: verb to haul or carry (something heavy or awkward).

            Noun a tedious or difficult journey.

As more and more people are travelling by air these days, and security procedures are becoming more and more elaborate, and unfortunately, it is taking a while for some airports to catch up. The need for clear signage, easy access, and calming space is not always being met. The newer airports, such as Heathrow Terminal 5, were designed with the frequency and abundance of travelers in mind. It is spacious, accommodating to flight changes, and has plenty of places to sit, unravel and prepare yourself for your next flight.

By Sarah Franklin

I've had the privilege of spending time in the Languedoc Roussillon region of France for the past five summers and I've fallen in love. Whenever my family arrives in Toulouse, we rent a car and head out of the city and straight into the countryside. The first time I saw the fields of sunflowers alongside the road, driving towards Carcassonne, I was aghast, “gob smacked,” and overwhelmed with the visual beauty. So much so that my husband had to pull the car over; so I could be closer to these dancing heads who follow the sun like New Englanders in springtime. Then there were the vineyards. Perfectly straight corridors of chartreuse vines, lush with low hanging fruit, high cypress trees and an occasional old stone barn. The route between the Massif Central and the Pyrenees, following the Canal du Midi, had me from the start.  

Traveling to Europe, from west to east over several time zones can cause our bodies to feel out of sorts in many ways. We may have a hard time sleeping, digestive problems, light headedness, difficulty concentrating or functioning, and mood changes. This is all part of jet lag: what happens when your circadian rhythm is thrown off.

Whenever you travel in Europe, you will always be tempted to bring things back to the US with you. We've all filled out the customs form that they hand you on the plane asking you to declare everything you're bringing home with you, but there still stands the question of what is allowed back into the US.