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Look no further than the Cannes coast in France, where Cary and Grace take their iconic  drive and romantic picnic (see recipe here).

The Carleton Hotel, where the couple stayed, is an absolute luxury destination. This is not the vacation for travelers on a budget or looking for “local charm” but is a drop dead gorgeous experience full of decadence and glamour.  

Additionally if you have the time and resources, the Cannes Film Festival is the cinematographic event of the year (occurring annually in mid May), with sneak peaks at each year’s most aesthetically appealing and stimulating films.

Either way, Cannes has plenty of beautiful views of the coast and the French mountains.

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As one of the most beautiful fountains, this monument has been around since 19th century B.C. at the time of the aqueducts. Since the fountain’s day of conceivement there have been many sculptures and improvements added throughout the centuries resulting in the Trevi Fountain we have grown to love today.

Trevi Fountain’s magic has been featured in several films, such as Three Coins in the Fountain and Roman Holiday, but it is not the only fountain that could make your wishes come true.

If you can’t make it to Rome, there are gorgeous fountains all over the world perfect for wishing, including The Fountain of Wealth in Suntec City, Singapore (the largest fountain in the world), Gefion Fountain in Copenhagen, and the Peterhof Fountains in St. Petersburg.

The actual tradition of throwing coins into fountains began centuries ago when ancient Romans explorers would throw coins into fountains in order to favor the water gods before long sea voyages!

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Now that phones are such a tool at workplaces, it makes relaxing very difficult if you are listening to music on your phone or taking pictures on your phone. You never know when you boss could email you a new assignment or task.

https://www.instagram.com/p/Bm_PuVDBF4Q/?tagged=beachreading

To truly tune into your zen on your vacation, unplug with a book on the beach (another plus is that it doesn’t matter if you get sand all over a book). Here are some top picks for the best beach reads for this summer.

If you are looking for a humorous but still stimulating book:

A Gentleman in Moscow by Amor Towles

https://www.instagram.com/p/BhJ2acKhSaP/?tagged=gentlemaninmoscow

If you are looking for a book full of adventure:

The Flamethrowers by Rachel Kushner

If you are looking for a timeless classic book:

Emma by Jane Austen

If you are looking for a book of short stories:

You Think It, I’ll Say It by Curtis Sittenfeld

Enjoy your beach vacation and read on!

The post Here Are the Best Beachy Reads appeared first on Traveler Dreams.

Everyone knows that you are supposed to wear sunscreen. Of course this gets ignored by many, in hopes of a tan or just laziness that may lead you to forgo the application of sunscreen.

Sunscreen is always recommended to avoid the pain and health hazards of sunburn. Sometimes even the most vigilant sunscreen appliers get sunburned, just because of stronger rays near the equator or sensitive skin.

Before vacation near the equator, if you are planning on laying out in the sun, it is incredibly important to get a base color, otherwise you are asking for a burn. This should be done over a few weeks before vacation, so that you are able to accumulate a slow and gradual base tan, which reduces the chances of getting a burn.

Gradual tanning is also much less harsh on your skin especially if you are sure to stay hydrated and moisturized throughout the process.

The post Burn No More appeared first on Traveler Dreams.

Kimchi is a great component to any camping meal, composed of fermented pickled cabbage often with a kick of spice and onion. For shorter camping trips, kimchi can be made prior to leaving your home, and as you are traveling you don’t have to worry about keeping the fermented cabbage and spices refrigerated.

Kimchi tastes amazing on a sausage, hot dog or veggie dog cooked over the fire. This is a great twist on a camping classic without having to bring a larger cooler. If you happen to be camping along a body of water, kimchi also tastes amazing on the side of a fire cooked trout or salmon.

If kimchi doesn’t sit right with your taste buds, a fabulous substitute is cowboy caviar. Like kimchi, this condiment can be canned in a mason jar and doesn’t need to be refrigerated for short periods of time. Cowboy caviar is composed of sweet corn, black beans, cilantro, onion, salt, vinegar and oil to taste. A perfect side dish or condiment for your fresh caught fire cooked meal!

The post Condiments for a Gourmet Campfire appeared first on Traveler Dreams.

Discovery can be made, that you could never plan for, by taking a ferry ride, train ride or a road trip. The actual experience of transportation can be part of the joy of traveling. Especially true, is the charm and adventure of taking the Trans Siberian Railway.

https://www.instagram.com/p/BVWX3eQFxNC/

The Trans Siberian Railway is the longest running train system in the world, spanning across Russia and Asia at over 9,000 km of distance. The train transports about a third of Russia’s imports and exports but also serves as a beautiful and calm ride for travelers.

https://www.instagram.com/p/BeqEuO-nkIE/

Throughout your ride you can view the Russian countryside and, depending on the route you decide to take, you can even visit China or Mongolia (Trans Mongolian Express). The journey, no matter which route you take, will be full of beautiful views and you can even sign up for tours along the way through the travel booking agency Just Go Russia.

The post All Aboard the Trans Siberian Railway appeared first on Traveler Dreams.

The capital of Bulgaria is an enchanting city and a wonderful place to experience the charm and history of this coastal nation.

Sofia is an incredibly affordable place to visit and is littered with ancient Roman ruins and current museums and shops.

The skyline of Sofia is composed of onion domed buildings and while it is not a huge city there is still a vibrant nightlife and young population.

During the day time be sure to check out the many archaeological sites and museums exploring the Roman rule and socialist era in Bulgaria. There is the Museum of Socialist Art, a National Museum of History and many churches that you can tour from several time periods.

There also are many beautiful tours and short trips surrounding Sofia where visitors can hike, boat or ski. Because of Bulgaria’s location, it is also easy to visit Turkey, Macedonia and other neighboring countries for travel.

The post Bulgaria’s Capital! appeared first on Traveler Dreams.

There are countless of things to do around the grounds for different interests and energy levels. The hacienda is equipped with an eighteen-hole golf course, guided hikes, horseback riding and paddle boating.

The food at Hacienda de San Antonio is noteworthy and there are multiple restaurants serving food cultivated on the ranch property. You can choose to take one of the hacienda’s perfectly curated picnic baskets that is perfect for a romantic sunset viewing.

Also if you are a foodie or interested in how the ranch works, you can also milk the cows, take an informational cheese and coffee tour, or go on the guided ranch driving tour.

If you would rather relax and sit out the tours, there are beautiful suites to relax in, including views overlooking the ranch and perfectly tended gardens!

The post Cowboy in Paradise appeared first on Traveler Dreams.

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All arts mediums are hosted at the center including but not limited to dance, music, theatre, children’s programs and comedy. The center is also the host of seasonal performances by the National Symphony Orchestra. There are many educational and family appropriate events throughout the year at the center as well.

https://www.instagram.com/p/BiFjiHfBc2f/?hl=en&taken-by=kennedycenter

The theatre also features various artists sculptural work, exhibitions, and historical artifacts from past performances and JFK’s presidency. Walking distance from many museums and historical monuments this building should not be missed, even if you aren’t attending a performance.

https://www.instagram.com/p/BiVGYyIBs4L/?hl=en&taken-by=kennedycenter

The grand architecture and red carpets are worth a visit alone. But if you plan enough ahead of time enjoy their exciting annual program. 2018 is filled with acts like Ballet Nacional de Cuba (Don Quixote), Patton Oswalt, Hamilton and so much more!

https://www.instagram.com/p/Bg6wpGzBma_/?hl=en&taken-by=kennedycenter

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Easter Isle is a true testament of a world heritage site, now protected to ensure its long existence. Visitors are able to visit the island in guided and much more conciensence ways in order to have the least degradative environmental and cultural impact on the island and its many wonders.

The post The Moai of Easter Isle appeared first on Traveler Dreams.

https://www.instagram.com/p/BgFgdSWDNC2/?tagged=tocatchathief

Look no further than the Cannes coast in France, where Cary and Grace take their iconic  drive and romantic picnic (see recipe here).

The Carleton Hotel, where the couple stayed, is an absolute luxury destination. This is not the vacation for travelers on a budget or looking for “local charm” but is a drop dead gorgeous experience full of decadence and glamour.  

Additionally if you have the time and resources, the Cannes Film Festival is the cinematographic event of the year (occurring annually in mid May), with sneak peaks at each year’s most aesthetically appealing and stimulating films.

Either way, Cannes has plenty of beautiful views of the coast and the French mountains.

The post Follow in the Footsteps of Cary Grant and Grace Kelly in “To Catch a Thief” appeared first on Traveler Dreams.

As one of the most beautiful fountains, this monument has been around since 19th century B.C. at the time of the aqueducts. Since the fountain’s day of conceivement there have been many sculptures and improvements added throughout the centuries resulting in the Trevi Fountain we have grown to love today.

Trevi Fountain’s magic has been featured in several films, such as Three Coins in the Fountain and Roman Holiday, but it is not the only fountain that could make your wishes come true.

If you can’t make it to Rome, there are gorgeous fountains all over the world perfect for wishing, including The Fountain of Wealth in Suntec City, Singapore (the largest fountain in the world), Gefion Fountain in Copenhagen, and the Peterhof Fountains in St. Petersburg.

The actual tradition of throwing coins into fountains began centuries ago when ancient Romans explorers would throw coins into fountains in order to favor the water gods before long sea voyages!

The post Best Wishing Fountains appeared first on Traveler Dreams.

Now that phones are such a tool at workplaces, it makes relaxing very difficult if you are listening to music on your phone or taking pictures on your phone. You never know when you boss could email you a new assignment or task.

https://www.instagram.com/p/Bm_PuVDBF4Q/?tagged=beachreading

To truly tune into your zen on your vacation, unplug with a book on the beach (another plus is that it doesn’t matter if you get sand all over a book). Here are some top picks for the best beach reads for this summer.

If you are looking for a humorous but still stimulating book:

A Gentleman in Moscow by Amor Towles

https://www.instagram.com/p/BhJ2acKhSaP/?tagged=gentlemaninmoscow

If you are looking for a book full of adventure:

The Flamethrowers by Rachel Kushner

If you are looking for a timeless classic book:

Emma by Jane Austen

If you are looking for a book of short stories:

You Think It, I’ll Say It by Curtis Sittenfeld

Enjoy your beach vacation and read on!

The post Here Are the Best Beachy Reads appeared first on Traveler Dreams.

Everyone knows that you are supposed to wear sunscreen. Of course this gets ignored by many, in hopes of a tan or just laziness that may lead you to forgo the application of sunscreen.

Sunscreen is always recommended to avoid the pain and health hazards of sunburn. Sometimes even the most vigilant sunscreen appliers get sunburned, just because of stronger rays near the equator or sensitive skin.

Before vacation near the equator, if you are planning on laying out in the sun, it is incredibly important to get a base color, otherwise you are asking for a burn. This should be done over a few weeks before vacation, so that you are able to accumulate a slow and gradual base tan, which reduces the chances of getting a burn.

Gradual tanning is also much less harsh on your skin especially if you are sure to stay hydrated and moisturized throughout the process.

The post Burn No More appeared first on Traveler Dreams.

Kimchi is a great component to any camping meal, composed of fermented pickled cabbage often with a kick of spice and onion. For shorter camping trips, kimchi can be made prior to leaving your home, and as you are traveling you don’t have to worry about keeping the fermented cabbage and spices refrigerated.

Kimchi tastes amazing on a sausage, hot dog or veggie dog cooked over the fire. This is a great twist on a camping classic without having to bring a larger cooler. If you happen to be camping along a body of water, kimchi also tastes amazing on the side of a fire cooked trout or salmon.

If kimchi doesn’t sit right with your taste buds, a fabulous substitute is cowboy caviar. Like kimchi, this condiment can be canned in a mason jar and doesn’t need to be refrigerated for short periods of time. Cowboy caviar is composed of sweet corn, black beans, cilantro, onion, salt, vinegar and oil to taste. A perfect side dish or condiment for your fresh caught fire cooked meal!

The post Condiments for a Gourmet Campfire appeared first on Traveler Dreams.

Discovery can be made, that you could never plan for, by taking a ferry ride, train ride or a road trip. The actual experience of transportation can be part of the joy of traveling. Especially true, is the charm and adventure of taking the Trans Siberian Railway.

https://www.instagram.com/p/BVWX3eQFxNC/

The Trans Siberian Railway is the longest running train system in the world, spanning across Russia and Asia at over 9,000 km of distance. The train transports about a third of Russia’s imports and exports but also serves as a beautiful and calm ride for travelers.

https://www.instagram.com/p/BeqEuO-nkIE/

Throughout your ride you can view the Russian countryside and, depending on the route you decide to take, you can even visit China or Mongolia (Trans Mongolian Express). The journey, no matter which route you take, will be full of beautiful views and you can even sign up for tours along the way through the travel booking agency Just Go Russia.

The post All Aboard the Trans Siberian Railway appeared first on Traveler Dreams.

The capital of Bulgaria is an enchanting city and a wonderful place to experience the charm and history of this coastal nation.

Sofia is an incredibly affordable place to visit and is littered with ancient Roman ruins and current museums and shops.

The skyline of Sofia is composed of onion domed buildings and while it is not a huge city there is still a vibrant nightlife and young population.

During the day time be sure to check out the many archaeological sites and museums exploring the Roman rule and socialist era in Bulgaria. There is the Museum of Socialist Art, a National Museum of History and many churches that you can tour from several time periods.

There also are many beautiful tours and short trips surrounding Sofia where visitors can hike, boat or ski. Because of Bulgaria’s location, it is also easy to visit Turkey, Macedonia and other neighboring countries for travel.

The post Bulgaria’s Capital! appeared first on Traveler Dreams.

There are countless of things to do around the grounds for different interests and energy levels. The hacienda is equipped with an eighteen-hole golf course, guided hikes, horseback riding and paddle boating.

The food at Hacienda de San Antonio is noteworthy and there are multiple restaurants serving food cultivated on the ranch property. You can choose to take one of the hacienda’s perfectly curated picnic baskets that is perfect for a romantic sunset viewing.

Also if you are a foodie or interested in how the ranch works, you can also milk the cows, take an informational cheese and coffee tour, or go on the guided ranch driving tour.

If you would rather relax and sit out the tours, there are beautiful suites to relax in, including views overlooking the ranch and perfectly tended gardens!

The post Cowboy in Paradise appeared first on Traveler Dreams.

https://www.instagram.com/p/BhwfP7kBgup/?hl=en&taken-by=kennedycenter

https://www.instagram.com/p/Bh7Uci2BlAH/?hl=en&taken-by=kennedycenter

All arts mediums are hosted at the center including but not limited to dance, music, theatre, children’s programs and comedy. The center is also the host of seasonal performances by the National Symphony Orchestra. There are many educational and family appropriate events throughout the year at the center as well.

https://www.instagram.com/p/BiFjiHfBc2f/?hl=en&taken-by=kennedycenter

The theatre also features various artists sculptural work, exhibitions, and historical artifacts from past performances and JFK’s presidency. Walking distance from many museums and historical monuments this building should not be missed, even if you aren’t attending a performance.

https://www.instagram.com/p/BiVGYyIBs4L/?hl=en&taken-by=kennedycenter

The grand architecture and red carpets are worth a visit alone. But if you plan enough ahead of time enjoy their exciting annual program. 2018 is filled with acts like Ballet Nacional de Cuba (Don Quixote), Patton Oswalt, Hamilton and so much more!

https://www.instagram.com/p/Bg6wpGzBma_/?hl=en&taken-by=kennedycenter

The post Let’s Go to the Theatre! appeared first on Traveler Dreams.

Easter Isle is a true testament of a world heritage site, now protected to ensure its long existence. Visitors are able to visit the island in guided and much more conciensence ways in order to have the least degradative environmental and cultural impact on the island and its many wonders.

The post The Moai of Easter Isle appeared first on Traveler Dreams.