The South of France, which is locally known as le Midi, is the geographical region consisting of the areas of France that border the Atlantic Ocean south of the Gironde, Spain, Italy, Switzerland south of the Jura Mountains, and the Mediterranean Sea. While Paris with...

As in many countries, Jewish people have had a presence in Estonia for hundreds of years. Historical archives reveal that Jews first arrived in Estonia in the 14th century. However, it was not until the 20th century that the Jewish community of Estonia, a small...

There are many things that make the north African country of Tunisia unique. One of these, historically speaking, is that it was the only Arab nation in the whole world to come under German occupation during WWII. This means that as in many European countries, the...

Since travelling is literally my business, you can imagine how often I get asked about my favorite (and least favorite) airlines. It’s a subject about which I’m not coy — there are airlines that are distinctly better and worse than others. As I come to the end of...

When people think of Tuscany, they usually think of its rolling hills, lush vineyards, and green countryside. These are all wonderful aspects of one of Italy’s most popular tourist areas — but there’s a hidden Tuscany that the typical traveler doesn’t hear much about....

The cherished annual celebration that is marked with turkey and pumpkin pie is unique to the United States of America. However, the concept of a holiday that is designed to give thanks and celebrate with family is one that is recognized in several different countries....

New York musician and musicologist Alexander Gelfand once wrote an article entitled, “Tango: Not Jewish, But Not 100% Not Jewish.” How can this be said about one of the most quintessential and well-loved symbols of the country of Argentina? Tango is not exactly known...

No trip to India is complete without a visit to the famed Taj Mahal. I’ll never forget when I discovered it for myself. One of the Seven Wonders of the World, the Taj Mahal is famous for its beauty and grandeur. But knowing its history and pedigree are not the same as...

Today, the movement to go green affects all facets of life. Your decision to treat the Earth kindly may alter the kinds of food you eat, your daily commute to work, and the amount of garbage you throw away each day. It may even affect where and how you vacation.  ...