Wine Pairings
Cheers to the wide world of wine snacks
We have enjoyed many different wine snacks during all of our travels and are working to do some interesting combos at home – toasted almonds with rosemary.
October 1, 2014
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Contributing Writer
Things to do in Munich: 4 Perfect Day Trips
By Laszlo Rozsas, Contributing Writer Have you been to Munich? Have you explored the area around Bavaria’s largest city – picturesque views and historical sights, boasting some of the world’s most visually recognizable castles? Laszlo Rozsas has shared this guest post with CarpeTravel noting four must see places that make for the perfect Munich day
September 13, 2014
Check-In
Check-in: NH Santo Stefano in Turin, Italy
I think Turin is one of my new favorite cities in Italy… We only had a day to spend here but were able to see and do so much in just a short period of time, mainly because our hotel – NH Santo Stefano – was perfectly situated in the city. If you’re heading to
September 11, 2014
Colorado
11 Things to do in Steamboat Springs…Besides Skiing
There’s more to Steamboat Springs than being a winter destination for skiing, although that is a top activity on my list… But activities thrive year round and you only need to take stock in order to see all the things there are to experience in Steamboat Springs. Following is a list of the top things
September 10, 2014
Italy
10 Things to do in Turin, Italy
There are endless things to do in Turin, Italy’s fourth largest city. This guide helps narrow it down to 10 things to do in Turin on your next visit. Enjoy!
September 8, 2014
Check-In
Check-in: Hotel Prince De Galles in Menton, France
On our recent visit to the the French Riviera, we visited the town of Menton and stayed at Hotel Prince De Galles much to the thanks of the reviews on TripAdvisor and ratings on American Express Travel – two of my go-to resources when booking hotels. There were a few things the reviews didn’t share though,
September 2, 2014
France
The French Riviera: A Short Guide to Menton
Located on the French Riviera, along the Franco-Italian border Menton has been nicknamed “The Pearl of France” and it’s very apparent as to why. Nestled in between the mountains and the Mediterranean Sea, Menton provides a slower pace to life all while giving its visitors much of the wonders its neighboring towns – Nice, Monaco, Monte
September 1, 2014
Colorado
Top Three Things to Do in Glenwood Springs
What are the top three things to do in Glenwood Springs, Colorado? Click over to find out.
August 17, 2014
Check-In
Check-In: Hotel Glenwood Springs
This summer the family did a little Road Trippin’ in Colorado with Glenwood Springs being one of the stops. With it being named “America’s Most Fun Small Town”, how could we pass it by?!? There are several hotels in Glenwood Springs to choose from, however all you luxury travelers take note – none of the
August 13, 2014
Colorado
Travel Trivia: 16 Things About Glenwood Springs
Visiting Glenwood Springs? Here are 16 fun facts to know before you go!
August 8, 2014
Interview with a Winemaker
Interview with a Winemaker: Ryan O’Connell, NakedWines
Carpe Travel sits down with Ryan O’Connell for its Interview with a Winemaker series to share his story, how his French winemaking is unfolding in the US.
July 29, 2014
Colorado
Best Family Friendly Hikes in Rocky Mountain National Park
Looking for easy hikes in Rocky Mountain National Park? This list outlines seven family friendly hikes in Rocky Mountain National Park.
July 13, 2014
Puerto Rico
Happy National Piña Colada Day!
Did you know today is National Piña Colada Day? When I visited San Juan, Puerto Rico my family stayed at the Caribe Hilton hotel. Upon doing my research I realized a bartender at THIS hotel was responsible for creating the infamous Piña Colada. Apparently Ramón ‘Monchito’ Marrero Pérez is said to have made the FIRST
July 10, 2014
Asia
China’s Hidden Gem: Zhangjiajie the Hallelujah Floating Mountains
The Zhangjiajie’s Mountains aka the The Zhangjiajie’s Mountains – Floating Mountains – are one of China’s natural gems. See for yourself on this virtual tour of Zhangjiajie Park.
July 6, 2014
July 4th Photo Essays
The Fourth of July Photo Essay: Celebrating Independence Day
The immigration officer stood up from his desk, waved us forward yelling, “NEXT!” The Husband handed him our two blue passports, a stack of papers and Princess Two’s red, Russian passport. The two blue passports were opened, checked and set aside. He turned to the red passport, it was opened and held with one hand
June 30, 2014
California
20 Things to Know About Paso Robles
It’s Wine Wednesday! Time for a little wine trivia for you wine lovers – and those traveling to Paso Robles. The Paso Robles wine region is California’s third largest and fastest growing wine region and it’s becoming quite the wine destination for travelers. Here are 20 fun facts, try quizzing your friends on your next
June 25, 2014
Check-In
Check-In: YMCA of the Rockies Estes Park Center
When I think of the YMCA, I tend to think of Carolina, my spin instructor who likes to push me to my limits every week. I have never thought of the YMCA as a vacation destination, until now… Living in Denver, I’ve made my way to Estes Park on several occasions to hike, fish and
June 16, 2014
Colorado
Travel Trivia: 25 things to know about Rocky Mountain National Park
Twenty five fun and interesting facts about Rocky Mountain National Park. Quiz yourself or your friends the next time you’re in Rocky Mountain National Park.
June 13, 2014
Canada
Niagara-on-the-Lake Wineries: A Visit to Peller Estates
Last year I spent a week in Toronto and was able to see a lot of things and taste some great Candaina Icewine BUT I didn’t have a chance to get out to any wineries. So, I’m very excited to have Tamara Gruber a family travel blogger at We3Travel.com share her thoughts and experience after
June 11, 2014
California
Check-In: Sand Castle Inn Seaside CA
The few motels I’ve stayed in have not been somewhere I could shower without wearing flip-flops. Think Spring Break, college, $25 and five people sharing a room. I’m past that stage in my life…and prefer to stay in higher-end places. With that said, on a recent press trip to Monterey County in California we stayed
June 9, 2014
California
Interview with a Winemaker: Scheid Vineyards
David Nagengast, Scheid Vineyards winemaker chats with Carpe Travel for its Interview with a Winemaker series to discuss wines in Monterey, CA.
June 4, 2014
Contributing Writer
The Wines of Summer: Three Rose Wines to Drink this Summer
There is a lightness to the summer breeze as friends and family gather outdoors. There is a lovely fragrance of flowers and budding fruits in the air as the earth gives forth it’s bounty under the steady gaze of the smiling summer sun. Whether indoors or out, the perfect summer Rose wine can add so
May 28, 2014
California
Check-In: Hotel Review of Quail Lodge & Golf Club
Carpe Travel’s editor shares a full review of the Quail Lodge & Golf Club in Carmel, a top spot to stay when sipping Monterey wine country.
May 23, 2014
California
Interview with a Winemaker: Caraccioli Cellars
Caraccioli Cellars is a family owned and operated vineyard with roots deep in Monterey County. More in Carpe Travel’s Interview with a Winemaker series.
May 21, 2014
Central Coast
Interview with a Winemaker: Blair Vineyard
Jeffery Blair with Blair Vineyards shares his insights and experiences making wine in Monterey County in Carpe Travel’s Interview with a Winemaker series.
May 7, 2014
California
I want to be in an Octopuses Garden…at the Monterey Bay Aquarium
Looking for things to do in Monterey? The Monterey Bay Aquarium is a MUST! Here’s a little preview of the aquarium and its Tentacles exhibit.
April 29, 2014
California
15 Things to know about Monterey, CA
Planning to visit Monterey, California soon? Here are a few fun facts you can quiz your friends or kids on the next time you’re visiting Monterey.
April 22, 2014
California
The Steinbeck Center Celebrates 75 Years
I read The Grapes of Wrath by John Steinbeck back in high school, have you read it? Seen the movie? It’s a classic tale – and Pulitzer Prize winner – that’s set during the Great Depression and the Dust Bowl. Most of us can probably relate to many of the same challenges people in the book were
April 14, 2014
Family Vacation
Why are you traveling with kids?
Creekside Cellars is a kid friendly winery in Colorado
April 8, 2014
Colorado
The Wild Animal Sanctuary
No running. No jumping. And keep your hands to yourself. Three rules that don’t usually go well with kids. Or so I thought when we were given a short introduction by staffers at The Wild Animal Sanctuary. I’ve visited countless zoos and driven through different types of animal parks but never have I visited a
March 27, 2014
Beyond the Vines
Things to do in Toronto: St. Lawrence Market
As one of the major markets in Toronto, with the other being Kensington Market it’s seriously a foodies mecca. And for good reason…
March 17, 2014
Texas
Travel Trivia: 15 Things You (I) Don’t Know About Beaumont TX
There are a lot of things to do in Beaumont, not to mention a lot of history. What you should know…
March 7, 2014
Reviews
Review of the RideSafer Travel Vest for Kids
I don’t like to lie to my kids, and I rarely if ever do. So, when we grabbed a taxi cab during a trip to Florida and had to ask Princess Two to “pretend” to be five-years-old, when she was only four, we were in that gray area. A very gray area that she couldn’t
March 3, 2014
Family Vacation
Things to do in Beaumont TX: Gator Country
Imagine a teacher looking outside the window at the playground before recess to check the weather and instead of seeing cumulonimbus or cirrus clouds she sees an alligator. A REALLY BIG GATOR. Who’s she gonna call? Gator 911. Yes, it’s not a joke, there really is a Gator 911 and this really happened, or so
February 19, 2014
wine
Wine on a Plane: World’s Best In-Flight Wine Lists
Did you know airlines are judged on their inflight wine selections? I didn’t but I do love having wine on a plane. Not only are they “judged” on the wine selections but they’re given an award for their list of wine. The annual Business Traveller’s Cellars in the Sky awards, which recognizes the best business and
February 12, 2014
Disney
REVIEW: Things to know about Disney’s Castaway Cay
Visiting Castaway Cay on your Disney Cruise? A review on Castaway Cay and things to know before you go.
January 8, 2014
Family Vacation
Things to do in Cozumel with Kids: Chankanaab Park
I’ve been to Cozumel in Mexico a few times, but this past Thanksgiving marked the first time I’d traveled there with with kids. In other words, no Senor Frogs or lazy day at beach with a bucket of Corona – we needed to find things to do in Cozumel with kids. Enter Chankanaab Park. The park
January 5, 2014
Interview with a Winemaker
A Winemakers Tale: Adam Campbell, Elk Cove Vineyards
Welcome to this month’s edition of A Winemakers Tale where I feature interviews with winemakers from different wine regions around the world. Seeing as I’m still feeding (or rather sipping) my mild obsession with Oregon wine country I have discovered yet another AMAZING Pinot Noir to grace my dinner table. It seemed only fitting to try and interview its
November 13, 2013
Memphis TN
Things to Do in Memphis: Beale Street
Beale Street is the birthplace of rock and roll, and recently was named one of America’s Favorite Iconic Streets. I recently had the opportunity to explore the Beale Street and it’s definitely iconic.
November 11, 2013
Interview with a Winemaker
A Winemakers Tale: Alexandrine Roy, Winemaker for Phelps Creek Vineyards & Domaine Marc Roy
Pinot Noir and Chardonnay are two of my favorite summer wines. This summer I discovered two new favorites from Phelps Creek Vineyards in the Oregon wine country. I recently had the privilege to interview its winemaker, Alexandrine Roy who brings a bit of old world to new world winemaking. Alexandrine is a fourth-generation winemaker at Domaine Marc Roy in the village of
October 29, 2013
Contributing Writer
Exploring Oregon Wine Country
Planning a trip to Oregon Wine Country? A starting guide for planning your visit filled with tips on where to go and what to see.
October 8, 2013
New Orleans
New Orleans Cemetery Tour (photo and history tour)
A New Orleans Cemetery Tour may be a little creepy but is also a great history lesson on the city’s electric past. Take a tour with this photo essay and a few tips for your New Orleans Cemetery Tour.
October 1, 2013
Memphis TN
Things to do in Memphis: Visiting Graceland
If you’re in Memphis, visiting Graceland is a must. Haven’t gone yet? Take a little tour with this photo essay, including things to know before visiting Graceland.
September 15, 2013
Colorado
Things to do in Denver: A Day in Washington Park Denver
We weren’t lost according to The Husband (then boyfriend) but we had no idea where we were. And that blue dot on the map on my iPhone that now saves the day had yet to be invented. To top it off the air conditioner in the rental car was broken. We were hot. Mad. And
August 27, 2013
California
Interview with a Winemaker, Austin Hope of Hope Family Wines
Carpe Travels sits down with Austin Hope, the winemaker and president at Hope Family Wines to learn more about his wines and background.
August 7, 2013
Contributing Writer
The Piemonte Wine Trail: Barbaresco Wine Tasting in Neviglie
Happy Wine Wednesday! We’re in for a treat this week with a guest post from Valerie Quintanilla, one of Italy’s newest expats, living her dream in Piemonte, Italy and sharing her wine tales at GirlsGottaDrink. Her recent wine adventures took her along the Piemonte Wine Trail. Sounds amazing…read on to see why. Valerie Quintanilla We
July 31, 2013
Contributing Writer
Best Family Friendly Music Festivals Around The World
By Marcela De Vivo, Contributing Writer The summer months play host to hundreds of music festivals, many of which make great family outings, with entertainment that’s enjoyable for kids and parents alike. While you might be tempted to assume that you would have to stay closer to home to find a family-friendly summer music festival,
July 22, 2013
Contributing Writer
On the Piemonte Wine Trail: Stella Giuseppe
Happy Wine Wednesday! We’re in for a treat this week with a guest post from Valerie Quintanilla, one of Italy’s newest expats, living her dream in Piemonte, Italy and sharing her wine tales at GirlsGottaDrink. Her recent wine adventures took her along the Piemonte Wine Trail. Sounds amazing…read on to see why. Valerie Quintanilla From
July 17, 2013
Contributing Writer
Best Vacations With Kids That Parents Will Also Enjoy
Summer can be exhausting with the kids home for three months, or at least it is for me. But as the Princesses have gotten older summer time holds a lot more activities we can ALL enjoy. Which is why I was excited to have Marcela De Vivo offer to share her top 10 of the
June 25, 2013
Russia
Sometimes a Souvenir Can Be Much More Than Just a Souvenir
It wasn’t just any courtroom. It was a Russian courtroom, in Chita, Siberia – The City of Exiles. The famed city in Russia where prominent intellectuals, including the Decembrist and many more were exiled. A “closed city” that foreigners and many Russian citizens weren’t allowed to visit until the collapse of the Soviet Union. I
June 24, 2013