Diana Rodgers

Embark on a mesmerizing Peruvian odyssey. You will walk the cobblestone streets of Cusco, explore the ancient ruins of Machu Picchu, discover the renowned Sacred Valley, roam the white city of Arequipa, visit a working monastery that will leave you speechless, see flocks of alpacas, llamas and vicuñas and experience the majesty of Lake Titicaca and its floating islands. End the tour by visiting Lima, the bustling and historic capital of Peru. Whether you are into history, art, culture and/or a foodie traveler, this package offers a myriad of activities to satisfy every appetite.

Be prepared to experience the many faces of Colombia, from the historic cobblestone streets of Cartagena with its colorful homes, to the transformed city of Medellin. Once synonymous with violence, Medellin has become one of Colombia’s safest and most beautiful cities. We will ride the cable cars, discover colonial towns and learn about Pablo Botero. Next, we will head to the lush coffee region, where we will explore a working coffee plantation and learn about coffee production. We will end this journey in the capital city, Bogota, to enjoy its very vibrant lifestyle with a stop in Zipaquira to visit the spectacular underground Salt Cathedral. This is just a tiny brief of what this excursion offers, plus the foodie bonanza, the exotic fruits and the friendliest people on earth that awaits you.

Whether you are into history, art, culture and or a foodie traveler, this package offers a myriad of activities to satisfy every appetite.

Join us, it will be an unforgettable journey with many lessons learned!

Ready to discover the Canadian Maritimes? Get your camera ready for Canada’s natural landscapes, don’t forget your windbreaker zipped for the highest and widest tides at Hopewell Rocks and prepare your taste buds to enjoy quite a few lobster dinners and lobster rolls. Throughout Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and New Brunswick, we will visit fishing villages and lighthouses, (maybe) see some giant whales swimming at the many local beaches, ride the ferries, cross the longest bridge, walk the waterfront and enjoy the raw beauty that this region has to offer.

Chile is a long, narrow country — 2,653 miles long (4,300 km), but only a little over 100 miles wide. By comparison, Argentina is 2,268 miles long (3,650 km) and takes up nearly the entire peninsula. Patagonia falls south of Puerto Mont in Chile. One could easily spend years exploring Patagonia. I created this itinerary hoping to cover as much terrain as possible, watching the budget while still staying in nice places as well as being able to enjoy every adventure. Lastly, it’s super easy to mix things up, Punta Arenas or Puerto Natales. Argentinian Pesos or Chilean pesos. There are many possible routes with great distances. So many glaciers to choose from, Perito Moreno to Torres del Paine, plus islands and peninsulas, Isla Porvenir or Isla Magdalena. We want to see as much as possible without rushing too much! It’s an adventure and only the memories will tell the story! Are you ready?

Ready to re-discover the magic of Christmas? Let’s start with the history. The Christmas markets go back to the Late Middle Ages in the German-speaking part of Europe. Some historians say the tradition started back in 1294. So glad the Europeans have kept the tradition alive for centuries and people of all ages can continue to enjoy the magic of Christmas. The feeling of awe and wonder that we had as children around the holiday season will come springing back to life as we walk around the extravagant displays of the Christmas markets in Europe. This goes without mentioning the many opportunities we will have to taste their food traditions for Christmas all over the stands. Dress for the occasion. By that I mean… it will be winter in Europe, so be bundled from head to toe. Don’t forget the gloves and scarfs, and wear comfortable shoes or boots, as we will be walking a lot, but it will be a leisure walk like when you go shopping. Get your camera ready. All of the places on our itinerary are easily accessible via train, meaning we are going to spend a few days in each town and quickly be off to the next destination rather than catching flights and going through airport security. Besides, traveling by train in Europe in early winter is quite enchanting, the trains are comfortable and we can enjoy the raw beauty of winter landscapes in Central Europe.