Walk through the door to Australia’s cellar and one of the world’s great wine destinations. Victoria has 21 distinctive wine regions – more than any other state – with over 850 wineries producing colorful and compelling labels.
Just a short drive from the capital, Melbourne, lies the reknown Yarra Valley, where winemakers welcome you with tastes of their latest vintages and perhaps a winemaking tip or two in this rural setting. … Continue Reading
Enjoy the vacation that introduces you to all five countries that make up the British Isles beginning March 29th. This 10-day journey begins with an overnight in London, then head west to prehistoric Stonehenge, picturesque Salisbury, and the extraordinary Roman excavations in Bath. Next, spend a night in Newport, Wales, and travel via Cardiff to Pembroke for a ferry crossing to Ireland.
Join your Local Guide for a walking tour of Waterford, admire the stallions at the Irish National Stud in Kildare, and relax with two overnights and an orientation drive in Dublin featuring Connell Street, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, and Trinity College with its Book of Kells. Cross into Northern Ireland, pass the Mountains of Mourne, and stop in vibrant Belfast before boarding a ferry bound for Scotland. In the capital city of Edinburgh, guided sightseeing includes a castle visit to admire Scotland’s Crown Jewels.
World Travelers are waiting for the most iconic ocean liner company in the world Cunard to release its newest ship the Queen Elizabeth for sail. The Cunard Ocean Liner already sails the most famous luxurious ships in the world, the Queen Mary 2 and the Queen Victoria.
Cunard legendary voyages include Transatlantic crossings between New York and Southampton, England and world voyages during the months of January to April. With the arrival of the Queen Elizabeth, Cunard will operate the youngest luxury fleet in the industry, epitomizing the “New Golden Age of Ocean Travel.”
Ask HAUTEOC TRAVELER about Cunard’s remarkable 2010 European Voyages and legendary Transatlantic Crossings, Save up to $1,500 per stateroom, receive significant ship board credits, and a reduced deposit by Friday, February 5th.
Escape Artist | A few years ago, I woke up shivering cold on a deflated camping mattress in a friend’s spare room. Like the camping mattress, I was broke. I also had no car, no job, no prospects, and a pregnant wife by my side (yes, mine). I was 35 and starting over from scratch. It was like the day after college graduation, only without the crushing hangover and silly hat.
As in college, I had spent the few years prior chasing pure fun, utterly denying the demands of the modern world and basically shirking responsibility whenever I could. It started two years before, my wife Gayl and I had sold our house, our cars, and anything else that wouldn’t fit aboard a 32-foot sailboat and left our nine-to-five cubicled existence astern to sail to the South Pacific in search of adventure, freedom and anyplace that didn’t accept MasterCard. For those two years, our biggest decision was whether to go for a cocktail in the cockpit or a sunset snorkel. … Continue Reading
“One’s destination is never a place, but a new way of seeing things.” ~ Henry Miller
Often times the most memorable travel experiences are those in which you veer from the beaten path, break away from the tourist attractions, and steep yourself in the culture and customs of a foreign locale. Still, it’s not easy to shed the comfort of our insular skin, relinquish the “I speak American” attitude, and adapt to a new way of life. … Continue Reading
Long-time favorite dining destination for local and Orange County visitors, Javier’s, in partnership with HMSHost, has opened their new concept restaurant Javi’s at John Wayne Airport. Javi’s is located in the new Terminal C Marketplace area, adjacent to gates 13 and 14. “We are pleased to announce the opening of Javi’s at John Wayne Airport,” [...]
Set amid colorful gardens and Venetian-style canals, escapists can ring in the New Year at The Hard Rock Hotel and Casino, Punta Cana. This expansive resort faces a white-sand beach and sparkling blue Caribbean waters. With upscale amenities and a myriad of recreational facilities, this all-inclusive resort attracts families, couples, honeymooners, and golfers seeking an [...]
Back for its fifth year, ART HK 12 – Hong Kong International Art Fair will take place 17–20 May 2012, preview 16 May, at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC). ART HK 12, sponsored by Deutsche Bank, is delighted to announce its outstanding exhibitor line-up, showcasing the very best in contemporary art from [...]
