Planning a Masai Mara safari? Discover when to visit, what to expect on game drives, where luxury meets wilderness, and how to prepare for Kenya. Something shifts as you leave Nairobi. The pavement...
EJ Ray
EJ Ray is a traveler at heart. It is part of her soul and she loves to share her travels through her words. She has traveled the world, seeking great food, wine, and experiences. EJ was born in the Eastern US but has lived across the country and in Europe and Mexico. She also took to the road for a while, exploring from her RV. EJ always seeks the next great sip, bite, and adventure.
Moving to Africa: 7 Places to Consider for Your New Home
Exploring the best places to live in Africa? From Cape Town to Mauritius, discover seven destinations and the practical considerations that can shape your move. Moving to another country begins with...
How to Explore Bordeaux Wine Country Without a Car
Discover how to explore Bordeaux wine country without a car, from trains to Saint-Émilion and Médoc wine tours to private drivers and organized tours. Exploring Bordeaux does not necessarily require...
How to Get Around Melbourne: City Transport and Day Trips
Discover how to get around Melbourne and explore the Yarra Valley, Mornington Peninsula, Great Ocean Road, and Bendigo by tram, train, tour, or car. Melbourne has a reputation as Australia's food...
Sedona Wedding Weekend: How to Plan a Red Rocks Wedding
Plan a memorable Sedona wedding weekend with Red Rocks ceremony locations, marriage license tips, venue ideas, and accommodations for your guests. Imagine answering "Do you take this person to be...
Flying Private to Wine Country: Napa, Bordeaux & Tuscany
Discover how flying private to wine country can simplify trips to Napa, Bordeaux, and Tuscany, with tips on airports, aircraft, and harvest season. Most wine trips start with a flight and end with a...
7 Things to Check When Comparing Train Tours for a Family Trip
Comparing train tours for a family trip? Review routes, railcars, trip length, ticket inclusions, age requirements, comfort, and cancellation policies A train ride gives your family one stretch of...
Trading Crowds for Crystal Waters: What to Expect on a Croatian Small Ship Cruise
Explore the beauty of a Croatian small ship cruise, from hidden Adriatic coves to local cuisine, with insights on what to expect and prepare. If you’ve ever looked at a postcard of the Dalmatian...
Past the First Five Results: How to Eat Well in an Unfamiliar Town
Explore how restaurant ratings and reviews really work on the road. Learn simple ways to find honest local food and wine in any town. It is six in the evening in an unfamiliar town, phone in hand,...
7 Essentials for Winter Travel with a Dog on Coastal Getaways
Planning winter travel with a dog? Pack these seven essentials for rainy coastal getaways, from waterproof gear and paw protection to beach safety tips. Off-season coastal trips can be some of the...