Traveling with Sweeney

Three days in romantic Santorini

Tuscany Art Adventure — September 18 – 24, 2022

Top things to do in Athens, Greece on a 4-day visit

A 12-day Greece itinerary

Highlights of Seville, Spain

Top things to do in Lyon, France

9-day itinerary for visiting Lyon, Dijon, and Paris

Our top recommendations of things to do in Valencia Spain

Our 12-day Spain itinerary at a glance

Our recommendations for enjoying the best food experiences in Antigua

Fun and adventure in Antigua

Glimpses of Antigua — a romantic and active stay on the island

Cuisine and culture along the Camino de Santiago

A visit to Paolo Soleri’s Cosanti in Paradise Valley, Arizona

Scenes of Spring at Fort Tryon Park, Upper Manhattan, New York City

Memories of shared travel experiences with my sister, Chris

Wonders of nature at the Desert Botanical Garden

Dreaming of a return to Italy

Part two of a special series featuring stories of mother-daughter travel experiences

Part one of a collaborative series featuring mother-daughter travel experiences

Should you take shore excursions on Viking river and ocean cruises?

HIghlights of things to do in Tallinn, Estonia

Travel tips and inspiration for traveling in 2020

We’ve now added the Marcus Landslide Trail to our list of favorite hikes in Scottsdale.

What to see and do in Russia’s second largest city

Cruising the Baltic Sea with Viking

Photo highlights of a Baltic cruise

Simple packing tips for women travelers

Top things to do in Wroclaw, Poland

Top things to do in Krakow, Poland

Best things to do in Paris when you’ve been before

Dinan, France — a most charming town in Brittany

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Step outside of the most well-known areas of Rome and visit the Quartiere Coppedé where architect Gino Coppedé’s designs take you into a fairytale world.

Matera: From the “shame of Italy” to European Capital of Culture 2019

Visiting Frank Lloyd Wright’s Taliesin West in Scottsdale, Arizona

From our romantic apartment in Asolo, we not only enjoyed the culture and lifestyle of the captivating town just beyond our doorstop, we had easy access to other wonders of the Veneto region of Italy on side trips during our four-day stay. With our expert guides and gracious hosts Mr. TWS and I explored highlights that included regional wine, art, and architecture. Here are five places that we recommend for your Veneto itinerary.