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Nov16

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The Travel Belles’ Margo Millure Shares All About Her Travel Adventures

Posted in: Culinary and Drinks, Culture, Guest Posts, Traveler Tales

We are thrilled to share with you today’s guest interview with Margo Millure, the publisher and editor of The Travel Belles, an online magazine featuring lifestyle and travel for women. In this interview, Margo shares her experiences traveling around the world and exploring different cultures and destinations.

See below for the interview (NOTE: All images throughout this post are owned by Margo Millure):

1. You’ve traveled all over the world! Tell us about your favorite destination and why it’s ranked number 1 on your list.

My favorite destination is France. I have spent a lot of time there, including a two year stint in the early 90s living as a “trailing spouse” with my husband, Dave, who at the time was an executive with Allied Signal. France is remarkably diverse; you can hop on a high-speed train in Paris and within minutes you are in the countryside, and within hours you can be in any corner of the country, each with its own unique character–places as diverse as Champagne, Provence and Brittany. I have found that repeat visits to a country bring a new dimension and comfort level, which can allow you to get to know a culture in a very meaningful way. Read More | Comments
Oct7

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Uncovering the Wines of The Greek Island Santorini

Posted in: Culinary and Drinks, Eastern Hemisphere

Is the Greek island of Santorini on your wine destination bucket list? We’re guessing probably not. While destinations like France and Italy are often at the top of most people’s list for their wine offerings, Santorini typically isn’t. Nonetheless, this popular Greek island offers unique experiences for the wine connoisseur. Not to mention the beautiful scenery that goes along with it. Who wouldn’t want to sip on a glass of wine by the beach?

While many people may see Santorini as one of Greece’s most popular island paradises, it’s actually known as a wine destination. This has long been the case with wine production dating back hundreds of years. Wine has been widely produced in Santorini and even exported for several centuries. Go into any restaurant or bar in Santorini and you’ll find an extensive selection of locally produced wines. Read More | Comments
Sep7

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Travel Idea: Book a Cultural Trip

Posted in: Culture, Small Group Tours

Most people book their trips based on a specific destination. It may be a place they go annually or a new country they want to cross off their bucket list. However, have you ever considered a cultural trip that is centered on a specific theme? These may be trips that take you to one country or several, but highlight the culture of that destination, including music, sports, and food. Today we highlight a few of the different cultural trips travelers can book.

Music Tours. Create a customized tour with an international travel expert that takes you to destinations that feature your favorite music. You can learn about the heritage of some of the world’s most celebrated music, learning about your favorite musicians along the way. If you’re interested in a specific genre of music, a music tour may take you through a few different countries. An itinerary may include concerts, a visit to studios, and learning about the music at museums. Austria and Ireland are just a couple of the world’s most popular destinations for music tours.

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Jul1

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A Wine Tale From Past to Present: The History of Chilean Wines

Posted in: Culinary and Drinks, Western Hemisphere

Did you know that Chile has one of the most storied histories in wine and is one of the leading producers in the world? While Europe often steals the headlines with its award-winning vineyards and wine producers, it’s not the only region that knows its way around a grape. Chile has been a wine producer for centuries and is finally starting to be recognized, establishing itself as a top wine producer in South America and now competing with the best wine destinations in the world.

Winemaking in Chile began in the 1600s when conquistadors arrived in Chile and started their own vineyards. The original intention was to use it for Catholic mass. However, Chileans acquired quite the taste for wine and wanted it for more than just religious purposes.

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May2

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An Insider’s Look at Argentina’s Prestigious Wine Country

Posted in: Culinary and Drinks, Guest Posts, Western Hemisphere

From horseback riding to cheese tastings, and wine tasting to culinary feasting, Argentina has been attracting foodies and wine lovers to its breathtaking countryside for years.

We had the pleasure of getting an insider’s look at the wines of Argentina from Margaret Lipman of Lipman Brothers. As the oldest wine and spirits distributor in Middle Tennessee, Lipman Brothers has been serving restaurants and retailers in the region since 1939.

Image above courtesy of Margaret Lipman.

In light of Margaret’s recent trip to Argentina’s wine country, we interviewed her on her experiences in this region and what visitors can expect while on an Argentina wine tasting tour.

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Apr4

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Keep Track of Your Favorite Wine and Cheese Tastings

Posted in: Culinary and Drinks, Tips and Ideas

Tasting new food and drink is one of the most enjoyable parts of traveling, and you want to keep track of what you’ve tried, what you liked, and what you didn’t like. A great way to do that is to journal each tasting.

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Oct25

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What Should I Do with This Wine?

Posted in: Culinary and Drinks, Holidays and Events

As fall is in full swing, it means the grill has been stored, the summer ales and seasonal wines have been put away, and it’s getting about time for those dinner parties and holiday events. If you’re like many people, then you may be of the camp that says that wine makes anything better. However, we don’t recommend adding your favorite wine to every dish you make. We’re talking today about different foods you can add wine to in order to enhance the dish, as well as which wines to drink with which foods.

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Oct18

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DIY Wine Tasting Book: Savor the Memories

Posted in: Culinary and Drinks

Fall is in full swing, which means it’s time to put the summer wines and recipes away and pull out those fall and winter classics. The old adage that wine makes anything better couldn’t be more true than during the winter months when you’re pulling out all your books on which wines to drink for which occasions. With so many wine books to choose from to guide your wine tasting experience, it can be difficult to know which ones are the best. Today, we bring some clarity to wine tasting by discussing how to create your own wine tasting book.

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