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Okay, I don’t mind admitting that, before visiting the place, the only thing I knew about Slovenia was that it once formed part of the former communist block of Yugoslavia. Not a very positive note to start a visitor review maybe, but do your research and delve deeper into the history of the region and you will be pleasantly surprised by all that a country measuring up at only half the size of neighbouring Switzerland, has to offer.

One mile north of U.S. 41 on Florida’s Southwest Coast is North Point, home to the only warm mineral spring in Florida. People from all over the world come to soak in this “Fountain of Youth”. The waters are believed to have extradinary healing powers. We had to find out for ourselves. 

History, culture, art and romance… just waiting to be discovered on this wonderful introduction to Italy, a country you are sure to fall in love with! You’ll embark on a Venetian adventure that includes St. Mark’s Square, the lively hub of the city's activity and events. Be whisked by high-speed train from Venice to Florence where you’ll see all the highlights of this amazing cultural hot spot. Enjoy a wine tasting and lunch set in the serene Tuscan countryside.  This is truly a wonderful journey across Italy, which encompasses the incredible sights and mouth watering food and drink; a once-in-a-lifetime excursion that will leave you with a heart full of memories.

A system for reducing your cell phone charges while traveling in Europe.

Collette makes travel planning easy so you can simply focus on enjoying the world’s greatest destinations with your family. Collette’s Family tours blend the must-see’s of each destination with hands-on experiences that keep the kids entertained.

Fall in love with Italy as a family and join Collette for an unforgettable family adventure through Italy‘s most magical cities – Venice, Florence and Rome. Filled with history and culture, these cities come to life before your eyes. Explore Italy by foot, train and boat - making your way through ancient and scenic landscapes. Discover the magic of Italy as your family visits the legendary Colosseum, learns the art of making authentic pizza making, indulges in a Tuscan feast, explores a winery for a tasting and a pasta making class, discovers the fantastic world of Leonardo da Vinci and tastes Italy’s sweetest treasure – gelato! 

The “off-season” is the perfect time to explore Europe with Collette! Traveling November through April allows travelers to enjoy the relaxed pace and spend more time interacting with locals, savor moments at historical highlights and geographic wonders without the crowds, and enjoy mild weather – not too hot, not too cold! Experience life on Portugal’s beautiful “Silver Coast,” on the Sunny Portugal tour. Visit 6 UNESCO World Heritage sites, including the Cathedral of Seville, on the Spain’s Costa del Sol & the Portuguese Riviera tour. Sail along the enchanting Amalfi Coast and spend the day exploring this picturesque paradise, on the Rome and Amalfi Coast tour. Explore the impressive Rothschild Villa and Gardens, a seaside palazzo overlooking the Mediterranean, on the Discover the French Riviera tour. Cruise to Murano to visit a glass-making factory and watch the world’s most spectacular blown glass being artfully crafted, on the Spotlight on Venice in the Winter tour. Collette offers a variety of tours and dates perfect for your next winter getaway. 

One visit to San Antonio and it’s easy to see why this place is often referred to as the “American Venice.” Historic missions, River Walk restaurants, Spanish architecture and a beautiful river centerpiece make this a truly remarkable city.  Join Collette on this leisure-stay tour that features a four-night stay in San Antonio in the midst of the holiday festivities. The sights and sounds of the holiday celebrations are sure to immerse you in the spirit of the season.  We are certain you will agree the history, cuisine, people, music and the sights and sounds of San Antonio create wonderful holiday memories. 

Join Collette on a new tour for 2015 named Spotlight on Venice in Winter that features a spectacular five-night stay in Venice during the best season to experience its culture and come to know its people – winter. This tour was designed for savvy travelers who want to experience the one-of-a-kind history, culture, and cuisine Venice has to offer, but with fewer tourists and more out-of-the-way surprises. Winter is a delightful time to visit the city. Embark on this exciting adventure with Collette today! Explore Venice where you’ll experience all of the following:  

Because of its breathtaking beauty and grandeur, Venice is a place that makes you decide whether to spend most of your time outdoors, taking in the unparalleled beauty of the City.  Or, you still have a passion to traipse through Museums, Art Galleries, Churches/Basilicas or other cultural/historical buildings. 

One of the world's most beautiful Cities, and one which seems to be in constant fear of just floating away on the flood tides.

Venice is the most magical, mysterious city I’ve ever visited. It has to be in as close to in its original condition as any city in the world. It consists of a series of over 100 islands built upon centuries ago. It allows you to wander where you want without hearing the sound of any motorized vehicle. That’s right-no motorized vehicles. Think about it. 

Discover the striking landscapes and coastal wonders of Scandinavia as you travel through Sweden, Norway and Denmark. 

It's always a treat to find an unexpected property in an area that most people visit and stay in high rise hotels. Although many of those properties sit right on the beach and offer a lot of amenities, sometimes it's just plain nice to stay in a cozy, comfortable spot that feels more like home. The Channel Road Inn is just one of those places.

I love Hamburg in the summer and even in the winter when it is ice cold!  It is a beautiful city, and I often just take the” hop on hop off bus” which guides you through the hidden hills and magnificent countryside, with breathtaking views overlooking the canals and famous city port. Truly, it should be called a sister city to Stockholm, Amsterdam and Bruges with its lattice of canals running throughout the city –hence its’ name – Venice of Northern Europe!

Amsterdam is one of the most beautiful and enchanting cities in the world – from the many canals to world-famous museums, it should be at the top of the list for any traveler to Europe.  Its official name is Kingdom of the Netherlands which also has in control its overseas islands, Netherlands Antilles and Aruba.  Only the central part of the Netherlands is called “Holland.”

The “Violino d'Oro”, which translates to “The Golden Violin”, is that gem in Venice that you just wish someone would share with you. That's how I found out about it. Friends of mine who own a time share in Venice and travel there every year told me to be sure and check it out for my clients.

When we decided to go on our first trip to Europe, Italy was the destination. Being a coin collector, I wanted to look at examples from the large cities we were going to visit- Rome, Florence, and Venice. I asked a fellow collector I had met the previous summer while taking classes at the American Numismatic Association’s Summer Seminar (another story) in Colorado Springs, Colorado, if he had any suggestions. He told me about the Il Mio Hobby Coin Shop in Venice. As a total rookie in world travel, I found it hard to believe I could really find that spot in a land that seemed so far away.  

These are 2 restaurants in Venice that will give many boomers smiles! They are inexpensive, fun and yummy!