The airline busiiness is the industry that consumers love to hate. Because we cannot get along without it we are a captive audience. With only 4 major USA airlines still standing (controlling 80 percent of the market), we do not have many choices as to which one to select for business or leisure flights.Opposing Points […]
Airlines that kill puppies, beat passengers and love your money
The airline business is an industry that airline passengers, also known as consumers, love to hate. Because we cannot get along without it we are a captive audience. With airlines killing puppies and delivering pets to the wrong destination, beating passengers to a pulp when they refuse to respond to employee commands, forcing adult passengers […]
Tequila: So many choices, so little time
There is only one country on the planet where you can legitimately make Tequila, and it is Mexico! Unlike vodka, gin, and rum that can be made anywhere, Tequila belongs to Mexico. The regions within Mexico where the product can be produced: Jalisco (includes the town of Tequila), 8 municipalities in Nayarit, 7 municipalities in […]
Prosecco competition: More than Italian fizz
Just when you think that a wine focused event will require a total emersion into the visual, smell, and taste of the product, I was delighted to be surprised by a light-hearted, fun and creative approach to Prosecco. Cinzano may not be the first brand that pops into your brain when you think Prosecco – […]
Benvenuto Brunello – Montalcino: Wine direct from Italy
If you are fond of Tuscany, you are probably a fan of Brunello di Montalcino (aka Brunello). This wine holds the highest DOCG classification, and most wine critics find it to be the best of all Italian wines. By law, Brunellos are made from 100 percent Sangiovese with anticipated nose/palate experiences that center on preserved […]
Amarone della Valpolicella direct from Italy
Amarone della Valpolicella (aka Amarone; translates to “the Great Bitter”), is an Italian dry red wine that starts as partially dried grapes that include Corvina (45-95 percent), Rondinella (5-30 percent) and other red grape varieties (up to 25 percent). History Located near Venice, Valpolicella is part of the province of Verona. The first reference to […]
Experience Tili: Enjoy wines from Umbria, Italy
The Tili Winery is the perfect template for a winery experience as it provides the authenticity visitors to the region expect in this green heart of Italy. The family directed tours of the Tili vineyards and the winery combined with gourmet dining makes the visit memorable. The winery is located on the hillsides of Mount […]
African Travel and Tourism Leadership Recognized: Ross Kennedy, CEO Africa Albida Tours
Africa is a complex tourism destination. For travelers accustomed to discovering Europe, Asia, and the United States, even the idea of planning a holiday traveling through the African region can be daunting. For experienced tourists and/or people who call this part of the world “home” – itinerary planning is easy, not so much for the […]
Truffle hunting in Umbria, Italy: Gourmets take note
Truffle Search Brunello, Truffle Hunter since 1969 @ sanpietroapettine.it Truffles and Umbria have been linked for centuries and the region produces the most high-end black truffles in Italy. Truffle hunting here combines the best of the culture and cuisine including: 1. Running outdoors, in the forest, with dogs; 2. Digging in the soil to retrieve […]
Umbria: Where Truffle Hunting is a Sport and a Gourmet Dining Option
Truffle Search Truffles and Umbria have been linked for centuries and the region produces the most high-end black truffles in Italy. Truffle hunting here combines the best of the culture and cuisine including: 1. Running outdoors, in the forest, with dogs; 2. Digging in the soil to retrieve the fungi; 3. Eating the delicious morsels […]