Posts Tagged ‘Art’

The Art, Architecture, History and Culture of Russia, Part 3

Thursday, August 14th, 2014

On our last full day in St. Petersburg we spent the bulk of the day at the Hermitage Museum, one of the most spectacular art museums in the world. This museum is the 2nd largest in the world after the Louvre and it is immense. As the Winter Palace of the Czars, I suppose it […]

The Art, Architechture, History and Culture of Russia, Part 2

Friday, August 1st, 2014

Saturday’s itinerary included Red Square, Lenin’s Tomb, St. Basil’s Cathedral, Tretyakov Art Gallery, and the Kuskovo Park and Estate. The day was capped off with a dinner cruise on the Moscow River on a beautiful Radisson ship. The food, atmosphere, and sites were all relaxing and interesting. Early on a Sunday morning it was off […]

The Art, Architecture, History and Culture of Russia, Part 1

Thursday, July 24th, 2014

Russia | May, 2014 Moscow & St. Petersburg The idea of heading over to Russia this spring might be considered somewhat controversial because of the unstable Ukraine situation. Some Russian tour companies are reporting cancellation rates of up to 25% due to the instability.  However, visiting Moscow and St. Petersburg seemed like a safe bet […]

Women Travel, a New Trend That’s Not New to Us

Tuesday, June 12th, 2012

Carefree Vacations has had a women-centered brand, Wild Women Travel, for years. We have dedicated travel specialists that are more than experts in travel, they are trained on women-only vacations. Read more to learn about what adventure awaits you and your girlfriends.

Ultimate Luxury and Pure Comfort in Scottsdale

Monday, December 19th, 2011

If you’re looking for a place to get away and enjoy the good life, The Phoenician, A Luxury Collection Resort in Scottsdale is it. With golf, family activities, shopping and natural beauty, everything you want in a resort and destination is closer than you may think.