Mt. Rushmore – North by Northwest
Classic Hitchcock.
Paris – Breathless by Jean-Luc Godard
A movie for film buffs that captures 60’s Paris.
Egypt – Raiders of the Lost Ark
This was actually filmed in Tunisia but you get the idea.
American Southwest – Easy Rider
A great American movie.
New Zealand – Lord of the Rings
Very cool to see where Hobbits live.
Kenya – Out [...]
In these days of iPods and other digital devices (See: Tech on Tour) there’s really no reason to limit yourself when it comes to music. No matter where you go, you can now bring along your personal soundtrack.
Here are my favorite songs to listen to while out in the world:
King of the Road by Roger Miller [...]
Don’t rush – schedule plenty of time to think of your needs.
Pack a full suitcase – your clothes will be in better condition upon arrival
Think about comfort! If you want to pack light, perhaps choose 1-2 color schemes.
Bring two pairs of black pants. You can dress them up, dress them down, they’re comfy and work [...]
Many of these “things to do” are included in Collette’s tours that feature San Francisco. Others are the perfect way to spend your leisure time in one of America’s great cities.
Ride the famous cable cars – You can’t visit the “City by the Bay” and not ride the iconic cable cars, the only transportation system [...]
It’s still super hot here in Rhode Island. Stepping out of Collette HQ is like setting foot on the surface of the sun. So, in the spirit of “cool” thoughts I put together a Canadian Rockies post.
Year in and year out, Collette’s escorted tours to the Canadian Rockies remain hugely popular. Here’s a quick rundown of the [...]
I live in the Ocean State.
Luckily for me in under an hour I can enjoy beautiful coastal vistas in Westerly or Warwick; Block Island or Little Compton – all beautiful Rhode Island destinations.
Today marks my 20-year wedding anniversary and that summer in 1990 my reception was set in picturesque Bristol, Rhode Island, under a tent [...]
When it has been hot and humid for days on end (as it has been in the Northeast) it’s hard to believe summer will ever end. But it will come and go before you know it. So, now’s the time to start planning for autumn.
And what does that mean?
Foliage tours of course! And nowhere else are [...]
Whether you are traveling through the Canadian Rockies or standing in your own backyard, everyone wants to take better pictures.
Sean McVeigh (Collette’s Media Supervisor) offers these tips to shooting photos that are sure to WOW friends and family.
Get a variety of shots – wide, medium and close ups.
Keep horizon line straight.
Avoid high contrast images where [...]
Collette’s new Spain’s Costa del Sol & Portugal’s Rivieria tour offers a true taste of the Iberian Pennisula.
Here are the Top 10 highlights (at least in my opinion):
The world famous Prado Museum and its priceless fine art collections.
Granada’s Alhambra Palace.
The architecture of the Cathedral of Seville, Europe’s largest gothic cathedral and location of Columbus’ tomb.
Sintra, [...]
In honor of Collette’s new Panama tour I’ve put together a list of cool Panama Canal trivia. I am history buff and the best Trivial Pursuit player I know so I like to squirrel away tidbits like these.
Panama Canal facts:
Begun in 1904
Completed in 1914
The canal is 77 km (48 mi) long
A ship sailing from NYC to San [...]
No need for a top ten list here. My number 1 travel tip is…
Drink a lot of water.
Whether you are visiting a cool destination like Antarctica or traveling to the Pyramids of Giza, carry a bottle of water. I’ve found that it’s easy to get dehydrated while on vacation. Outside of your normal routine, you [...]
View of Arenal Vocano, Costa Rica
Now is the time to think COSTA RICA for departures November thru May!
Here are some reasons that make this destination so appealing and why I hope to return some day:
There is something for ALL age groups
Short flight from USA or Canada (3-5 hours or less from major gateways)
Fantastic climate 80 – 90 [...]
I’ve had it with the rain. I am facing the fifth day of rain in a row. Apparently it’s exactly day 5 where I experience the rainy day blues and sunny-day daydreams worthy of Chevy Chase’s delusion of a swimming pool at Christmastime in Christmas Vacation.
Outside, it’s gray and damp. So I’ve taken to bothering [...]
Here are my Top 10 highlights from Collette’s From the Outback to the Glaciers tour. This trip is high on my list.
Exploring Ayers Rock, deep in the Outback.
Heading for the Great Barrier Reef aboard a high speed catamaran.
Taking a guided tour of the Sydney Opera House.
Cruising Sydney Harbour.
Overnighting at the base of Mt. Cook.
Dining in [...]
Whether you are a history buff or looking to explore the landmarks of your faith, Israel and Jordan offer some amazing cultural landmarks. Nazareth, Jericho, Jerusalem, the lost city of Petra – these are the epic locations that set the region apart from all others.
Here are my Top 10 highlights from Collette’s inspirational escorted tour:
Explore [...]
Explore the vast treasures of the American West as you journey to five fantastic national parks.
Here are my Top 10 Highlights, starting with the national parks;
The Grand Canyon
Yellowstone National Park
Bryce Canyon National Park
Zion National Park
Grand Teton National Park
Cruise of Lake Powell
City tour of Salt Lake
Buffalo Bill Historical Center
A full day to explore Jackson Hole
Seeing Mount [...]
Italy will always be popular with savvy world travelers. Below you’ll find my Top 10 Highlights from Collette’s Italian Vistas tour.
For a cinéma vérité version of this trip check out our MediaGuy’s Video Tour.
Visit the once buried city of Pompeii. Enjoy a fascinating tour into the daily life of an ancient Roman city in the shadow of [...]
Travel to the other side of the world for the experience of a lifetime!
The Aussie & Kiwi Experience, our small group Australia and New Zealand package, is packed with highlights. This tour to the “lands down under” offers an unparalleled cultural adventure.
Overnight aboard the Sunlander Train.
Stay two nights in the renowned wine region, the Barossa Valley.
Travel [...]
Shades of Ireland remains one of Collette’s most popular tours. Here’s a quick Top 10 with some major highlights.
Experience an overnight stay on the grounds of a castle.
Meet the locals on a visit to a working Irish Farm.
Enjoy a truly memorable evening of traditional Irish entertainment.
Travel one of the most beautiful coastal routes in the [...]
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