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Learning to Love Cruising on an Emerald Cruise through Europe
2 Apr 2024

Learning to Love Cruising on an Emerald Cruise through Europe

by Debra Smith | Posted in: Europe | 0

We swore we’d never do it. The crowds, the line-ups at the buffet, the noise, the nothing-to-see at sea. And then we did it. Wallace and I signed on for our first cruise, but not just any cruise, a 15-day … Continued

cruise, cruising, Emerald Cruises, European cruise, river cruise, Splendours of Europe
Venice is perfect for singles too
12 Aug 2019

Venice is perfect for singles too

by Debra Smith | Posted in: Europe, Explore, Italy, Plan | 0

Here’s how to enjoy the best of Venice alone, or with a partner Family Fun Canada

food tour, Guggenheim, Italy, Palazzo Morosini degli Spezieri, Venice, Walks of Italy
Five Stunning Rooftops in Rome
30 Jul 2019

Five Stunning Rooftops in Rome

by Debra Smith | Posted in: Europe, Explore, Italy, Plan | 0

Reaching new heights in Rome at these five photo-worthy locations featured in NUVO

Castel Sant Angelo, colosseum, Italy, Minerva Roof Garden, Photography, Rinascente, Roman Forum, Rome, Rooftops, Vatican City
Florence in Focus
23 Jul 2019

Florence in Focus

by Debra Smith | Posted in: Europe, Explore, Italy | 0

How, where and when to take the best photos in Florence. GoNOMAD has the lowdown. 

A Luxury Family Hotel in Venice
19 Jun 2019

A Luxury Family Hotel in Venice

by Debra Smith | Posted in: Europe, Italy, Stay | 0

Your home away from home in this beautiful city. Read my review of the Palazzo Morosini degli Spezieri on Getting On Travel

family travel, Italy, luxury, luxury family, luxury travel, Palazzo Morosini degli Spezieri, Venice
Fado: Lisbon’s Bittersweet Music of the Soul
8 Apr 2019

Fado: Lisbon’s Bittersweet Music of the Soul

by Debra Smith | Posted in: Explore, Portugal | 0

Portugal’s seafaring explorers shaped the destiny of many nations. The essence of a sailor’s lonely and perilous life is reflected in the heartfelt songs of fado, Lisbon’s music of the soul. Read this story in the Spring issue of Ensemble … Continued

culture, fado, Lisbon, music, portugal
Where to Play and Stay in Portugal: Cascais and Sintra
25 Jan 2018

Where to Play and Stay in Portugal: Cascais and Sintra

by Debra Smith | Posted in: Portugal, Sintra | 0

The fairytale splendour of Sintra’s castles and the beaches of Cascais are a magical combination. Family Fun Canada has tips to make the most of your visit.

Cascais, portugal, Sintra
Where to Play and Stay in Portugal: Sagres
25 Jan 2018

Where to Play and Stay in Portugal: Sagres

by Debra Smith | Posted in: Sagres | 0

Sagres was called “the end of the earth” by 14th Century Portuguese sailors. Find out why in this story for Family Fun Canada

portugal, sagres
Where to Play and Stay in Portugal: Lisbon
17 Jan 2018

Where to Play and Stay in Portugal: Lisbon

by Debra Smith | Posted in: Europe, Portugal | 0

Lovely Lisbon should be on your travel radar this year. The first in a three part series on Portugal for Family Fun Canada

Lisbon, Martinhal
Three Days in Moscow
22 Jul 2017

Three Days in Moscow

by Debra Smith | Posted in: Europe | 0

Hidden gems and must-see places in Moscow in the Vancouver Sun

armory, Mercure Arbat, Moscow, Russia

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