Have you ever wanted an intimate, personally guided tour of European wine villages amid historic settings? Wine and cruising enthusiasts are opting for wine experts’ introduction to the famous wineries and vineyards or Europe via winemaker-hosted river cruising. AmaWaterways pioneered wine-themed river cruising in Europe by offering wine adventures far from the crowds and long lines inherent in ocean cruising. These river cruises tell the story of […]
Tuscany evokes images of a string of cypress trees lining the rolling, sun-drenched vineyards of the countryside. Together Tuscany and wine represent a long legacy of traditions and notoriety beginning with the Etruscans from Greece who started planting grapevines in Tuscany nearly 3000 years ago. Tuscany is not the center […]
LuxeGetaways Magazine – Fall/Winter 2017 | Gin has enjoyed a colorful history. Holland is the homeland of gin, where the term “Dutch Courage” was derived from the practice of Dutch sailors taking a sip of gin before battle. Thanks to this courage, it was often said that it was difficult to […]
LuxeGetaways Magazine – Fall/Winter 2017 | Holiday parties are upon us with winter celebrations that run well into next year, and nothing sets the stage for a party guest more perfectly than being offered a glass of bubbles from an ornate silver tray. Great bubbles are found all over the world. […]
Single Malt Scotch aficionados dream of exploring the distinct whisky regions of Scotland – getting a first-hand look at this time-honored tradition. Fortunately, the distilleries welcome visitors who are on the lookout for the perfect Single Malt. According to law, this premium whisky is required to be distilled at a […]
LuxeGetaways Magazine – Spring 2017 | Bordeaux has always been a mecca for wine connoisseurs. British Royalty, America’s Founding Fathers and wine collectors around the globe have all appreciated the finesse of the wines of Bordeaux. In the last few years, this famous wine region has polished and updated its cities […]
The Texas Hill Country has been a tourist mecca for decades. Its rolling hills, native Bluebonnet flowers, natural limestone outcroppings, recreational lakes, ranches and haciendas draw visitors. Austin’s cool live music vibe, San Antonio’s River Walk and Alamo, the LBJ Ranch, and Fredericksburg’s German heritage appeal to tourists all ages. […]
