Heed the call of the high seas: Will it be Mediterranean or Caribbean? How does a Mediterranean voyage with an extended stay in Spain sound? Or would you rather embark on a cruise to the Caribbean, enjoying an extra night in Old San Juan? The Mediterranean: A 16-day, $43,000 splurge FLY Dine on seasonal… Continue reading »
Apr
02
Experience the Real Russia with Viking River Cruises
Viking River Cruises has a deep affinity for the beauty of the Russian land and people. 15 years of river cruising experience there has earned Viking the contacts and unique access that allow them to share the Russian culture with guests in personally enriching ways. Viking takes travelers behind closed doors to experience the real Russia,… Continue reading »
Mar
29
Five Benefits of Managed Travel
Utilizing a Travel Management Company such as Covington Travel is beneficial to businesses of all sizes. We help large corporations keep their arms around what can be an unwieldy expense item. At the same time, we help smaller businesses achieve economies of scale that they could not attain alone. In broad strokes, here are five… Continue reading »
Mar
26
What to See and Do in Boston
Boston, Massachusetts has one foot firmly planted in history, while the other steps forward into modern day and the future. Well-preserved Revolutionary era treasures are a draw to vacationers, families and history lovers. High-tech companies and major financial services bring business travelers to the city and world renowned educational institutions attract academics and inquiring minds.… Continue reading »
Mar
22
Genealogy Travel – Discovering Family Roots
As the saying goes, America is a melting pot. Virtually all of us have roots in another country and as our society becomes more globally aware, many of us are interested in finding out more about our heritage. That curiosity might stem from a grandparent’s stories of growing up in “the old country” or a… Continue reading »
Mar
19
Four Ways to Experience Virginia Beach
Virginia Beach is much more than a place where water meets sand. It’s the essence of beach life, a celebration of nature’s bounty and beauty, a culture of artistic expression and military heroism. Conveniently located within a half-day drive from most of the mid Atlantic, Virginia Beach offers a vast number of attractions for beach… Continue reading »
Mar
15
Sail Far Beyond the Ordinary with Crystal Cruises Theme Cruises
Luxury cruising is all about impeccable service, fine dining and visiting fascinating destinations with convenience and style. But Crystal Cruises brings an additional element to their all-inclusive luxury cruises with Experiences of Discovery theme cruises. An inspired collection of special voyages offer informative on board lectures and demonstrations, as well as shore excursions designed to… Continue reading »
Mar
12
Historic Garden Week in Virginia
Every year in April, the landscape blossoms with riotous color and myriad shades of green. The Old Dominion dons her finest attire like a fashion model preparing for the runway. Just as the peak of springtime color arrives, over 250 of Virginia’s most beautiful gardens, private homes and historic landmarks are opened to the public through the… Continue reading »
Mar
08
Oceania Culinary Discovery Tours
In small villages, bigger towns and even large cities throughout Europe, the local marketplace is one of my favorite places to visit. Markets pulse with the energy of the hard-working local produce farmers and fish mongers as they bring their goods to market. The choosy shoppers carefully select and bargain for the ingredients that go… Continue reading »
Mar
05
The Great Race 2013: Down the Mighty Mississippi
The Great Race is an annual 9-day road rally of antique cars that travel hundreds of miles across multiple states for a total purse of $150,000. This year the Great Race will run June 22-30, 2013 from St. Paul, Minnesota to Mobile, Alabama “Down the Mighty Mississippi” for a total of 2,100 miles. The competition is… Continue reading »
