Here’s a quote from an expert describing a wine as, “a core that’s as soft as molten chocolate and yet a frame that’s structured as a New Yorker skyscraper”. Wow!! The questions are how long does one have to study wine to produce such a complex evaluation and does it make any sense to 99% of people who appreciate…
The Bordeaux wine region in France is one of best known of all world wine regions evoking an aura of class, quality, and longevity. However, this is a region with a fascinating history and the ancestral home of grape varieties that are grown all over the world. Grapevines here are reputed to have been planted by ancient Roman invaders…
This is probably the most nerve wracking step to take when planning your trip abroad. There are so many sites, so many options, that most people get confused and overwhelmed. Let’s simplify this process so you can get the best deal and the best experience. Simplify your task by cutting it down to easy steps. 1) Find the right…
Whenever I travel to France, I feel the familiarity of home, of a comfortable place to stay for a while. For the first time traveler to this country, I understand that this takes some time to achieve and it can be a cultural maze of customs to understand. Here are a few of my inside tips on traveling to…
