Shore to Ship - A Seagoing South American Adventure
We were off to a long-awaited cruise around the tip of South America, but I was harboring a secret that even my darling Tim couldn’t guess.
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Solo Travel - It’s Good for the Soul
I loved my stolen afternoon at Filoli for many reasons, but this time, in addition to lifting my heart and spirits with the beauty that always awaits me there, visiting alone gave me a great opportunity to renew my acquaintance with myself.
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Vacation Rentals - The Inside Scoop
“Everything was just perfect once we finally adjusted to the barking dog down the street!” “You really don’t need air conditioning in July in Florence,” and other myths revealed.
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Our Mexican Jungle Adventure
After an evening of furious computer pounding, sighs and whispered expletives, my husband gleefully announced that he had snared the perfect reservations …
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Why We Travel
“Would you look at that?” Tim whispered as we stood under the electronic sign listing regional train departures from London’s Waterloo station. …
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The Globe-Trotting Gardener
I am passionate about gardens. I have sought out and admired massive public displays, royal palace extravaganzas, tiny cottage gardens, and …
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Where are the Martins?
Wonder what those Martins have been doing? Read on!
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