Beauty travel tips

A friend’s travel tip alerted us to a relatively little-known phenomenon on the shores of Lake Thun, the St. Beatus Caves. This is a ferry stop on the lake, and a series of paths and stairs take you up to the site, a former monastery. The cave tour led us past stalactites and stalagmites, spectacular grottos, subterranean waterfalls, and otherworldly scenes that were millions of years in the making. It’s no wonder that these caves inspired J.R.R. Tolkien, who visited the area as a youth, to write his vision for the “Lord of the Rings” fantasy world of Rivendell. … [Read more...] about Switzerland’s mountains of magnificence

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Take advantage of the pre-boarding call meant for passengers with young children and anyone who needs extra assistance or time (perhaps you) getting onto the flight, especially if you’re sitting at the back of the plane. It spares fellow passengers from getting hip checked while you head down the aisle with bags in hand. This also gives you a chance to ask for a seat extender as you board (tell them your seat number), to get settled, and to adjust armrests as needed. … [Read more...] about 9 Tips for Savvy Plus-Size Travelers

There is a great number of vineyards in the Cape Winelands, Haute Retreats selected among the ones that not only offer great wines but also great views and the ones that include also unbeatable flavors during a wine tasting. Please find below 10 best vineyards on the Cape South Africa: … [Read more...] about 10 Best Vineyards on the Cape South Africa

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