July 28, 2016
To be or not to be. This is the question: should I visit Kronborg Castle in Helsingør, Denmark? And the answer is absolutely yes! And if the question is when, then the answer is right now as Hamlet Live is going on this summer through the end of August. Commemorating the 400th anniversary of the […]
July 27, 2016
An impressive building for an impressive collection. The Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek is an art museum in central Copenhagen that was founded by Carl Jacobsen, the owner of the Carlsberg Breweries, the fifth largest brewery group in the world. Since its opening to the public in 1897, the museum houses over 10,000 works of art, spanning […]
August 14, 2015
A great way to see a city, whether your a tourist or a resident. Bikabout is a one-stop resource for 2-wheeled travelers to find the best desserts, quaint lodging, delicious craft beers, and other hidden gems in various cities throughout North America. This website, launched in January 2014, currently covers 17 major cities and continues […]
April 1, 2015
Location, location, location! Set in the heart of the Great Barrier Reef, the One&Only Hayman Island is perfectly situated to explore the world’s largest coral reef system. Besides the snorkeling and diving that the Great Barrier Reef is known for, indulge in watersports like complimentary catamaran sailing, windsurfing and paddleskiing, excursion via seaplanes and helicopters, […]
March 17, 2015
Coming March 14-17, 2015. What could be better than celebrating St. Paddy’s Day in Dublin, Ireland?! The four-day St. Patrick’s Festival which started last Saturday and culminates today with a colorful, full-blown parade with bands from around the world, theatrical performances, and spectacular displays. Complete your day with a historical walking tour of the city […]
January 28, 2015
Coming January through March 2015. As they say, “travel the world in 2 days”. Attend one (or more!) of the Travel and Adventure Shows offered at a city near you and explore away! Hear tips from leading travel experts, enjoy cultural performances from around the world, and participate in hands-on activities like Segway rides, rock […]
October 15, 2014
Get away from it all and stay in an alpine backcountry lodge. Skoki Lodge, elevation 7,100 feet, is only accessible by hiking or skiing an 11km trail through beautiful Banff National Park. Choose from accommodations in the main lodge or one of the three log cabins. Note that there is no electricity or running water, though […]
September 29, 2014
Looking for a bucket list-worthy adventure? Look no further than Epic Tomato Adventures. A variety of expeditions offered around the world that are challenging, unique, and awe-inspiring. Try the 10-day East Greenland trip which takes you above the Arctic Circle traveling by kite, dog sled, snowmobile, cross-country ski and snowshoe. Or if cold isn’t your […]
September 23, 2014
Coming May 19, 2015. Ooo la la! Cycle the Loire Valley with WomanTours new tour next spring. This is a great vacation for beginner to moderate level cyclists who want to explore France and the stunning castles of the Loire Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. A 7-day tour with 5 cycling days, you’ll travel […]
September 17, 2014
Wonder where the fall colors will hit next? Go to the Weather Channel’s website to see their fall foliage map. Choose the state you’d like to see, and it will provide you the current color conditions in a specific area. There’s also loads of information on the weather, of course, like local temperatures and forecasts, […]
September 15, 2014
Coming May 12, 2015. It’s not too early to start planning a special Mother’s Day trip with Backroads. Their Puglia Bike Tour has a Mother-Daughter departure to the unspoiled beauty of the southeastern tip of Italy. This 6 day tour includes pedaling through countrysides and past forests of hundred-year-old olive trees, visits to 2 World Heritage […]
September 11, 2014
Coming October 12, 2014. Bonjour la France! Enjoy the French Riviera with WalkingWomen’s intermediate level tour. Your home base for this 7 night adventure will be Menton, located on the border between France and Italy and known as la perle de la France (“The Pearl of France”) for it’s beautiful subtropical climate, colorful gardens, seaport, […]
September 5, 2014
All traveling TrailblazerGirls need this bag. Flanabags’ AirQuart Travel Bag is a TSA compliant bag (yes, we tried it without a problem!) to hold all your liquids and gels. No more worries about that ziplock bag ripping when you’re trying to stuff all those little containers of liquid in there for your trip. The AirQuart […]
September 3, 2014
The first five-star bike route awarded by the German Cyclists’ Federation. TrailblazerGirl cyclist will enjoy Germany’s River Main Cycle Route (Main-Radweg in German). This is a 372-mile paved trail that travels past castles, churches, vineyards, and picturesque villages. It starts at either Bischofsgrün or Creußen and ends at Mainz, where the Main flows into the […]
August 26, 2014
Coming October 24, 2014. Grab a group of TrailblazerGirl-friends and say “konnichiwa” to Japan! Women Traveling the World has a Japan Fall Tour that covers the beautiful cities of Tokyo, Kyoto, Nara, and Hiroshima. Highlights include visits to the UNESCO World Heritage sites of the Shrines and Temples of Nikko, the Kyoto Imperial Palace, Todaijhi […]
August 22, 2014
A postcard perfect island getaway. The five star, luxury boutique Pacific Resort Aitutaki is located on one of the Cook Islands in the South Pacific Ocean. All 27 rooms have beachfront locations, gorgeous turquoise lagoon views and include breakfast daily, return airport transfers, use of kayaks, bicycles, snorkeling gear, beach towels and sun loungers. This […]
August 12, 2014
Coming November 6, 2014. A magical Thai adventure! The experienced people at Wild Women Expeditions created the Northern Thailand Elephants, Golden Temples and Jungle Trek Adventure to share with you the culture and beautiful landscape of this Southeast Asian kingdom. This is a 12 day trip packed with activities including rafting down the Pai River, […]
August 7, 2014
Coming September 28, 2014. Travel back in time to ancient Greece with Eurynome Journeys’ WanderWoman’s Greek Muse Tour. Limited to only 8-12 ladies, you’ll explore the islands of Lesvos and Hydra, learn Greek dancing and traditional Greek cooking, tour the archaeological sites of the Peloponnese, hike through quaint villages, and more. Price includes 9 nights […]
August 5, 2014
A teardrop trailer to meet your needs. The Moby1 XTR is a rugged trailer with excellent adjustable shocks and coil spring suspension to make even off-road travel a possibility. Each unit is custom made with a 54″ wide base model – big enough for a queen size mattress – and has built-in storage cabinets. Optional […]
August 5, 2014
A TrailblazerGirl’s dream getaway! The Chobe Game Lodge in northern Botswana is an all-inclusive, five star, luxury property. Located in Botswana’s first national park with one of the largest concentrations of game in Africa, you are almost guaranteed to see elephants, buffalo, lions, leopards, impalas, giraffes, and even the endangered wild dog. Choose from three safari activities […]
August 1, 2014
Discover “hidden” Venice with a local. Venice Free Walking Tour is organized by a nonprofit group that wants to share the history, culture, and special stories of Venice. In about 2 hours, you’ll cover roughly 2 miles at a leisurely pace and learn stories about Venice that you won’t find in your typical guidebook. With […]
August 1, 2014
Did you know there are mummies in St Mark’s Square? We all recognize St Mark’s Basilica and the famous Palazzo Ducale (Doge’s Palace), but the other main buildings that surround St Mark’s Square house the more secretive Museo Correr, Museo Archeologico Nazionale (National Archeological Museum) and Biblioteca Marciana (National Library of St Mark’s), and they […]
July 29, 2014
Various dates throughout 2014. The Sycuan Golf Resort in sunny San Diego is THE place for TrailblazerGirl golfers. With The School of Golf Exclusively for Women you get the individual attention (5 students to 1 teacher!) needed to improve your game. Golf packages include 16 hours of instruction from LPGA pros on and off the […]
July 28, 2014
Take to the seas! … on the Regal Princess’ maiden season. Sure, you can feast on the incredible meals and buffets, but exploring the ship and all it has to offer along with its amazing ports will also turn your cruise into an active adventure. This new ship is currently sailing across the Mediterranean with […]