I am often asked, ‘when I will retire?’ And I say that word is not part of my vocabulary.. Why not? .. because I enjoy learning and sharing my knowledge with you all. Almost every day I learn something new in the travel world. This past week was a particularly interesting one, which motivated this newsletter subject.
Learned medieval small historic towns in Italy are making ‘scattered hotels’. A central location is for the restaurant and reception. Then homes nearby have the rooms. All are transformed into very modern amenities in these ancient environs. These beautiful towns are off the grid and being abandoned. For me their screen architecture and narrow streets, only walk ways are wonderful places to relax and stop the world. Instead of a villa try a small town!
Airlines are raising the luggage fee by an average of $5. Get a credit card for your favorite carrier and avoid all the fees.
In the luxury market, Mandarin Oriental hotels continue to expand all over the world. In London, Paris, Bhutan, Singapore, Marrakesh to suggest a few, the best buy is in Las Vegas. Enjoy all the luxury and spa for significantly less than the others.
Domestic winter airline fares are going up. Holiday season is almost prohibitive. In general, it is never too early to buy your tickets. If the air fare does come down, it is so little and not worth the risk of going up by hundreds.
Yes you all can learn what I have learned these last 30 years in travel, but why spend the time. Go learn and enjoy something else and let me plan your holidays. What I do not know, I know who does know! So call as soon as you are thinking and we can do it all together.
AlwaysHarriet 