Helen Benefield Billings is a native of Sea Island, Georgia and was first bitten by the travel bug in 1992 during a two-week holiday in Spain. Helen is our Travel and Hospitality industry contributor.
Tracing the route of the Vikings in Northern Europe starting in Copenhagen, Denmark and going through Norway, The Faroe Islands, Iceland, Northern Ireland, Ireland, and England seeking out beverages and cocktails along our journey that were unique and distinctive to each region, to each city.
Some of the hottest bars and lounges across the country are smartly focused on consumers’ desire to imbibe alfresco under the stars during the summer months, often with amazing sunset and city views.
Queen Mary 2 – Eastbound Transatlantic Cruise. The Queen is magnificent and unsurpassed in sheer luxury and sleek design. It is a sight to behold, being the size of an aircraft carrier and as long as the Empire State Building is tall. Guest capacity is a whopping 2,620 with a crew of 1,253. She was introduced in 2004 and is carrying on the long desired traditions of the Golden Age of ocean travel.
The Ritz-Carlton, Boston Common is tucked away on quiet Avery Street just steps from the financial center and theater district as well as a mere half-block from scenic Boston Common. The exterior look is 80’s glass and steel high rise, but upon entering you get that immediate sense of Ritz-Carlton opulence repeat guests have come to expect and appreciate.
Airport security procedures conducted by the TSA.
Napa Valley wine region just north of San Francisco. As far as picturesque destinations in the United States are concerned, you’d be hard pressed to find a more appealing place than the Napa Valley wine region just north of San Francisco. Having just returned from a magnificent week in Napa, I’m feeling somewhat dazed and bewildered while trying to get back on some kind of normal footing and schedule.
Website www.bedbugger.com offers useful tips on spotting bed bugs in your hotel room.
The recent eruption of Iceland’s Eyjafjallajokull volcano and the ensuing giant plumes of ash wreaked havoc on some 10 million travelers worldwide. This situation is still ongoing, changing day by day. It is my understanding that the last eruption of Eyjafjallajokull was in 1821 and lasted for some 2 years.
The signature drink is called the Special Cay.
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