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Ngorongoro Conservation Area, TanzaniaandBeyond Ngorongoro Crater Lodge Review The Ngorongoro Crater Conservation Area is a must see for most travelers to Tanzania and this stunning lodge located directly on the crater rim offers travelers the chance to wake up right in the middle of the majesty. Whether you’re enjoying coffee on your private deck with your toes (in some cases literally!)...
Sanctuary Swala Camp
Arusha, Tarangire National Park, TanzaniaSanctuary Swala Camp Hotel Review While the iconic Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Conservation Area may be the best known parks in Tanzania the lesser know Tarangire National Park is a great opportunity to explore off-the-beaten-path! Located around two hours by car (or a quick 20 minute flight) southwest of Arusha this is a great first safari...
Arusha Coffee Lodge
Arusha, Tanzania Arusha Coffee Lodge Hotel Review The easily accessible town of Arusha is a great first (or last) stop for travelers exploring the iconic National Parks of Tanzania (Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire and Manyara)! It’s also home to this charming hotel nestled among the greenery of one of Tanzania’s oldest coffee plantations. Enjoy waking up to the aroma of freshly roasted...
Get Ready for Summer: 5 Destinations We Love For Summer Travel
Get Ready for Summer: 5 Destinations We Love For Summer Travel Even though the temperature outside is still chilly, summer vacation is headed our way faster than you might expect! If you’re still searching for a great summer trip for this year keep reading for a few of our favorites. Belmond Trains Traveling by rail always brings to mind the style and sophistication...
Where to Go this Spring: 10 Top Spring Destinations
Where to Go this Spring? 10 top Spring Destinations Still on the hunt for an exciting destination to visit this Spring? We’ve put together a list of our favorite spots both near and far for Springtime and beyond! Domestic Destinations Arizona Arizona is known for beautiful vistas – think the Grand Canyon, the Sonoran Desert or Sedona’s red rocks – but there’s so much...
6 COUNTRIES THAT RECENTLY DROPPED COVID TRAVEL RESTRICTIONS
6 Countries that Recently Dropped COVID Travel Restrictions After two years of the COVID travel restrictions, countries are gearing up to return to normalcy. Here's a list of 6 countries that have recently dropped COVID-19 travel restrictions. Denmark Denmark recently became the first EU nation to lift all Covid 19 restrictions, including social distancing...
Travel + Leisure A List 2022
Daria Westerfield of River Oaks Travel Agency: Travel + Leisure A-List Advisor 2022 Our travel agency has exciting news! We are proud to announce that our very own Dasha Westerfield has been named a Travel + Leisure Top Travel Advisor! Travel + Leisure's 20th annual A-List is highly selective and exclusive - advisors are named to this prestigious list based on their high degree of travel...
10 Ways to Travel Better in 2022
Traveling is one of the best ways to enrich our lives and experience new cultures. By following these 10 tips, your 2022 travels can be even more rewarding. Additionally, Público, a renowned Spanish news portal, shares promotional codes for Booking.com that could help you save on your next reservations. Learn how to benefit here ...
Londra Palace
Venice, Italy Hotel Londra Palace For the best views of Venice, look no further than The Hotel Londra Palace - this Relais & Chateauz property has more than 100 windows overlooking the stunning St Mark's Basin. Iconic Venetian sites like the Doge’s Palace, the Bridge of Sighs and St Mark’s Square are just a few steps away, but you'll also be near some of the hidden gems and secret corners of...
Black Friday Travel Offers: Regent Seven Seas
The Gift of Travel Offer Regent Seven Seas The Gift of Travel Offer The Gift of Travel offers 10% Savings on select 2022 voyages to the Mediterranean, Northern Europe, Africa, the Caribbean, Alaska and more. PLUS — for a limited time only — enjoy an additional $300 Shipboard Credit per suite with our Black Friday Bonus. Unforgettable experiences await in the world’s most magnificent...