Featured Story
Something about La Rioja
Written by Carolyn Bonello ·
I love to search for charming little places around the world, the type that do not usually fall under the average tourist’s wish-list, places I wish I could savour all by myself and hide from all you other thirsty travelers out there. But, alas, here I am in the magical wine region of La Rioja in Spain, and I am about to-very reluctantly may I say-divulge my precious secret to all. How selfless of me. Or maybe, it could be the overdose of Spanish vino that has permeated every cell in my brain that has led me to spill... [Read the full story]
Camera Talk
Camera Talk: Madagascar
Written by Sarit Reizin ·
Madagascar is a photographer’s paradise. Its creatures and colors are so otherworldly, even an experienced photographer might have a difficult time capturing it all with a click of their extra powerful and super sensitive apparatus. As an armature photographer, it pained me to visit such a magical place and be held back time after time by the impotence of my pathetic photographic equipment and my own lack of experience as a photographer. Beauty was all around, but I failed, at first, to capture it with my little... [Read the full story]
Ecotourism
The Eco-Vacation in Trinidad
Written by Virginia Foley ·
When traveling it’s often hard to avoid the excesses of traditional hotels and restaurants, but for the eco-conscious tourist it is possible to find earth-friendly accommodations that celebrate and protect nature’s beauty.
My husband, Steve, and I had the opportunity to spend a few days in Trinidad and I hoped to explore it in the greenest way possible. I surfed the net and was happy to discover that ecotourism thrives on the island.
Golf
A Maori Feast in the Cook Islands
Written by Devin Galaudet ·
One of my great joys in life when traveling internationally is taking the opportunity to experience food as it was traditionally prepared. As a rule, I find something both different and memorable. I have been in the Cook Islands for less than two days when a traditional food opportunity presented itself.
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Four Seasons and Venetian Macau. Hotels. Yum.
Written by Jenny Block ·
I have a bad habit of turning my nose up at hotel restaurants. That would be a very big mistake in Macau. There are a ton of fab ones there, many of which are chain, like the MGM Grand and the Four Seasons. We had a dim sum meal at the Four Seasons that I still dream about. Steamed dumplings and hot soup. A flight of tea. Impeccable service and Coke Light over ice. Not traditional I know. But I love the extra sweetness and the cold bubbles playing opposite the traditional foods. And, don’t scream, I even fell in... [Read the full story]
Cruises
Cruise the Nile in Style
Written by ITKT Media Partner ·
SAIL THE NILE RIVER IN A STYLE ONCE RESERVED FOR PHARAOHS AND THEIR QUEENS UNIWORLD DELIVERS ROYAL TREATMENT ON 2009 NILE CRUISES
A cruise along the Nile River is like watching 5,000 years of culture unfold before your eyes. Marvel at the contrasts of landscapes as you sail past old-world villages surrounded by beautiful palm groves. Explore the mysterious city of Cairo where the ancient and the modern coexist in harmony. Stand before the towering Sphinx. Take in the extraordinary sight of the sole survivor of... [Read the full story]
ITKT Features United States
The USA Finds a New Home at In The Know Traveler USA
When I first started In The Know Traveler almost five years ago. I never planned to run a single story about the United States. Yes, I know that it’s my home and a great... [Read more]
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