When you hear the phrase “Grand Resort Hotels” in New Hampshire, four hallmarks still exist: The Mount Washington Hotel in Bretton Woods, The Balsams Wilderness in Dixville Notch, the Mountain View Grand in Whitefield and the Wentworth By The Sea in New Castle.

Santa Fe, New Mexico is really a must-visit, quirky little city with an amazing history and culture. They have something for you at every time of year. Skiing is great from January through April and art galleries and diverse visual arts span ancient traditional art to the most contemporary, making it one of the largest and most important art markets in the country. If you’re a collector, this is the place to buy.

We are literally hanging out, on backward “ART” (the statue) with the coolest Ship Captain and Master of Vessels in all the fleets of cruise ships we’ve ever had the privilege to sail on with Captain Kate McCue on Celebrity Summit. Wit, charm, charisma, commanding presence, and elegance all wrapped into one dynamic individual that clearly has immense respect from her senior officers and crew.

One of my top 5 of all time. Venice continues to impress and leave me in awe with its mystery, beauty, and fun atmosphere time and time again. Go and stay for a few days or take a cruise where you enter the city via Grand Canal Venice as I’ve had the pleasure of doing a few times.

My short series on all things Italia this month feature some incredible 5 Star experiences you might not automatically search out on your travels to the hub of the central MED.

When in Tokyo, Japan… check out Toyko Sky Tree 東京スカイツリーファン it’s truly the best way to catch a glimpse of this sprawling urban playground!