Iceland's geothermal pools are calling my name. I shut my eyes and dream of the outdoor theater with its rugged landscape, active geysers, amazing views and sights -- starring the Northern Lights. Today I'm indulging my adventurous and romantic side…
Today I'm dreaming of this magical place south of the Adriatic. I'm one of those travelers who like to relax one day and then head out for a hike or other outdoor adventure. This tiny country has sweeping vistas, sparkling…
Happy New Year and hopefully you're working on your bucket list for 2013. Forget making resolutions, most people break them in just a few days. Getting your travel plans in order for 2013 should be one of your top priorities…
Dreaming of affordable luxury on the Vegas strip? Samantha visited the swanky Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas earlier this summer and did a full room tour of the incredible wrap-around terrace suite overlooking the Bellagio fountains. Watch to see this amazingly affordable…
I adore the Jersey Shore, and for lots of reasons. I get this question a lot: “In all your travels what destination surprised you the most?” People never expect to hear what comes out of my mouth: The Jersey Shore. For Great…
During my trip to Italy last week I was able to spend a few days in Italy’s Lake Como region. While I was enjoying the breathtaking natural beauty that surrounded the hillside villages, I was reminded of a similar town…
If you're in LA, visiting the Santa Monica Pier is a must. The wind in your hair, a blast of fresh salty air and a view out across a magnificent ocean -- is there any better way to enjoy a…
Ha Long Bay is one of earth’s masterpieces. A shocking reminder to man that no matter our engineering accomplishments, they will always pale to what Mother Nature creates. Ha Long Bay is located in northeast Vietnam and is about a…
Hawaii, and all of its islands, is a deeply spiritual place. Modern high-rise hotels and packed beaches soon give way to less populated lands and small towns that boast a more ancient way of life where beliefs forged over two…
With Nicaragua I felt something I have never experienced in any destination I traveled to before or since -- and that was a sense of being home. I’ve always heard that from expats who moved away from their own country…