Julie Hildebrand - iTravel Vacations Travel Agency

10/04/2023

The beautiful Széchenyi Chain Bridge, the first bridge in Budapest, was completed in 1849 (!) and spans the River Danube between Buda and Pest - Budapest, Hungary … time for a historic walk?

10/03/2023

This is Symi, a small Greek island in the Dodecanese archipelago in the Aegean Sea. It's also known as "the pearl of the Dodecanese"! It's an absolutely perfect setting! I strongly suggest you visit between September and June, and it's not too early to start planning for next year. Just let me know!

10/02/2023

Fishing in Vietnam's Thu Bon River in Hoi An is like an art form. Guess that's one of the reasons it's a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Want to see it for yourself? I do!

10/01/2023

Italy's Adriatic coast. Best seen by road or sea. Either way, you just need to see it.

09/30/2023

Fore! This could be you. Jamaica anyone? Many resorts include green fees :)

09/29/2023

Elephants can be seen in the wild (and playing) in Africa and India. Because the best time to visit varies between countries, we have some flexibility. We should start planning now.

09/29/2023

Beautiful Cape Town and iconic Lion's Head as seen from Table Mountain National Park. The ultimate photo selfie for you.

09/28/2023

The only thing better than a 7-day Alaska cruise is a 14-day Alaska cruise. Immerse yourself in every port as you cruise round-trip on back-to-back 7-day itineraries. Come aboard and experience Alaska's premier attractions, glaciers, and wildlife, by both land and sea.

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09/27/2023

Och Aye… Scotland's village of Castlebay sits on the Isle of Barra in the Outer Hebrides. Let's add it to an itinerary because getting there will be half the fun!

09/26/2023

For your next holiday in the sun, how about lounging on the beach at Anse Champagne, in the commune of Saint-François, Guadeloupe? And if you're a golf fan, there are two courses on the island. Is that enough to convince you to book now?

09/25/2023

Here you'll find some of the most interesting tastings in Thailand! The floating night market at Amphawa, near Bangkok, is not actually floating. Instead, it's a market that runs along the Mae Klong River and is open from afternoon until nightfall.

09/24/2023

Let's design a vacation around these majestic creatures in the U.S. (Alaska), Canada, Greenland, or Norway. I have the tools!

09/23/2023

Pretty Irish wouldn’t you say?

09/22/2023

You should take the funicular to the top of Penang Hill in Malaysia to visit the Kek Lok Si Temple. That's George Town you see way down there!

09/21/2023

The many bridges over the Rouen river in Rouen, France.

09/21/2023

Don’t miss out on Norwegian Viva’s inaugural season! Come aboard the largest new ship to ever homeport in San Juan, Puerto Rico for a season of Caribbean voyages from Dec 2023 through March 2024. Embrace the winter blues this year island-hoping through the Caribbean with Norwegian — book today!

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09/20/2023

Moraine Lake Alberta. Is this where postcards were invented?

09/19/2023

The Colorada Lagoon is a saltwater lake in southwestern Bolivia, in the Altiplano region. The lake is famous for its red waters and white beaches. It's one of the least visited places in the country, but it's up to you to change that!

09/18/2023

You've got to get to pretty, pretty Iceland one day…

09/17/2023

Belem Tower in Lisbon, Portugal. Nice view from any angle.

09/16/2023

This massive elephant stable in Karnataka, India brilliantly brings us back to past opulence.

09/15/2023

Fancy knocking on the door of paradise (without staying there, of course!)? This ridge walk on the Aiguille de Bionnassay, in the Mont Blanc massif of the Alps, in France and Italy, is tailor-made for you then!

09/15/2023

There’s no easier way to explore Europe as a family than on a cruise with Norwegian. Unpack once and discover a new city nearly every day while enjoying the comfort and convenience of the same stateroom throughout your entire vacation.

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09/14/2023

Architecturally, Mykonos is considered one of the most beautiful Greek islands. And yes, its beaches also have something to do with it... and, it's good food too... and I almost forgot its breathtaking scenery!

09/13/2023

Meow?

09/12/2023

This is Hamilton Island's Catseye Beach in... wait for it … Queensland, Australia. So much to see Downunder!

09/11/2023

Local pop-up markets are very popular all over France just like this one in Arles. There are great finds ... but you have to be there!

09/10/2023

Trekking in Wales, what a good idea. Checks all the boxes :)

09/09/2023

This stunning 5,000-seat Grecian-style amphitheater can be found not far from La Romana in the Dominican Republic :) The Altos De Chavon Amphitheatre still features countless concerts, events, and performances. A little Mediterranean in the Dominican Republic.

09/08/2023

Ireland's North Woods of Dark Hedges (as seen on Game of Thrones). This is considered one of the best road trips in Ireland!

09/08/2023

Non-stop events and fun! Rio's Carnival is scheduled for Feb 9-19, 2024. It's nice to experience a little bit of Brazil's rich history designed for beach lovers and partygoers.

09/07/2023

Norwegian Viva, the newest Prima-class ship, has finally arrived! Explore its unforgettable autumn sailings through the Mediterranean or trade cold fronts for beach fronts in the Caribbean this winter. Come aboard and get ready to live it up!

09/06/2023

Serene, tranquil, peaceful, calm. What word would you choose to describe Lake Lungern in Switzerland?

09/05/2023

Guernsey, in the English Channel archipelago, is the largest of the Channel Islands and offers a number of excellent reasons for exploring it! Renowned for its seaside resorts, notably Cobo Bay, and its scenery from the coastal cliffs, it is also famous for what is believed to be the world's smallest non-denominational chapel, measuring just 274 x 488 cm! Fun fact: as the second version of this chapel did not allow the local bishop's "circumference" to pass through the door, a third had to be built, completed in 1939!

09/04/2023

Every May 1st since 1656 the streets of Cagliari, on the island of Sardinia, come alive with one of the largest and most colorful religious processions in the world - the Festival of Sant'Efisio. Plan now!

09/03/2023

Oh, Canada! Vancouver's Capilano Suspension Bridge Park. Take a walk on the city's wild side :)

09/02/2023

There's an adventure waiting for you at the Chicamocha Canyon National Park in Colombia including one of the more exciting attractions… Cable-Vuelo! For everyone else, the aerial tramway is a less extreme way to see the canyon :)

09/01/2023

Aitutaki Island is surrounded by 15 islets (motu's) and is considered a South Pacific treasure. The white sand beaches and aqua water are rivaled only by the multitude of tropical fish you'll see while snorkeling and diving. Sold yet?

08/31/2023

Maras is a town just north of Cuzco, Peru. Home to Machu Picchu and the Sacred Valley of the Incas. The nearby salt-evaporation ponds are still managed and harvested as in Inca times by the local residents. There's so much history for you to explore here.

08/30/2023

Norway is known for its mountains, glaciers, and deep coastal fjords. Then there's the other side of Norway - Oslo. Go see what modern Vikings see.