Cathy, Author at Amore Travel Designs

SIMPLY SCOTTSDALE

February 23, 2022December 17, 2021 by Cathy

I have been craving a getaway as I haven’t travelled in the month of December yet. So, Richard and I are off to Scottsdale Arizona for a 3-day weekend. We will work from the pool on Friday and then enjoy the weekend with warmer weather than in Colorado. Have you ever thought about a long weekend getaway domestically? I will admit I am usually a “long distance” traveler. Simply Scottsdale, I thought I would introduce you to some resorts that you could enjoy during a long weekend here.

TRAVEL LOVER GIFT GIVING

December 10, 2021 by Cathy

If you are like me, this is a tough subject! My passion is traveling and here it is Christmas time. Everyone wants ideas for gifts, and of course, I don’t really need anything. I crave experiences, new culinary delights, spending time in another country. Those do not really make great Christmas gifts. So… this edition… Travel lover gift gifting. (The super short version as I don’t have that many ideas).

ACTIVE ITALY TRIPS

December 3, 2021 by Cathy

This week I am at a virtual trade conference for Italy. What does this mean? It means that I meet with suppliers from Italy online on Zoom. I learn about new properties, new suppliers, new destination management companies, and more. Today, I had the pleasant experience of meeting with Dolomite Mountains. This is a destination management company, and they work with travel advisors (like me) to curate amazing experiences in their “country”. I cannot wait to share some of these amazing ideas for active travelers or skiers!

SECRET BOLOGNA EXPERIENCE

November 26, 2021 by Cathy

Richard and I were traveling through Bologna and I found the most special farmhouse/cooking class in the countryside of Bologna. The owners were lovely, engaging and we were in awe of the whole experience. A husband-and-wife team running a farm, restaurant, cooking school, and a B&B as well. This secret Bologna experience has stayed on top of our minds every time we think of Italy.

HOLIDAY TRAVEL GUIDE

November 19, 2021 by Cathy

The holidays are quickly approaching. Can you believe that it’s the middle of November already? I cannot! Holidays bring special moments of spending time with the family, gift gifting, and festive traveling! What are your plans for the holidays? This week I thought I would put a few ideas as a holiday travel guide.

BEAUTIFUL SPAIN

November 12, 2021 by Cathy

What better time to talk about such an amazing destination than now, when I have just returned from a familiarization trip to Spain. I had the honor of learning about some amazing hotels here with a representation company, Creative Destinations. They present beautiful properties through Spain, France, and Italy. We stayed at 4 Virtuoso properties during my trip to experience for ourselves the service, hospitality, culinary delights, and more! Ah, Beautiful Spain.

HOTTEST NEW TRAVEL TREND

November 5, 2021 by Cathy

I am sure as you are reading this, you will relate to this title. The hottest new travel trend is traveling with a group. A group of friends, a family group, couples’ groups, or similar interest groups. After the last two years, we have had, people want to be around people. And what better way to do that than to travel together. It’s the hottest new travel trend.

ITALY, MY ITALY

October 29, 2021 by Cathy

I love all things Italian, but what happens when you have been to the top three locations of Rome, Florence, and Venice? Well, then it’s time to explore Italy more thoroughly and beyond the top three destinations. Italy my Italy, so much to do and see! In this blog, let’s explore more of the Southern part of Italy. I had the pleasure of a familiarization trip exploring the Southern parts of Italy in 2019.

GREAT PLACES TO EAT IN LONDON PART 2

October 22, 2021 by Cathy

After such a great start with great places to eat in London Part 1, there was room for a Great Places to Eat in London Part 2. There are so many extraordinary venues, that this post deserved some more information. Don’t you just love London? Read on for some more great ideas of great places in London to eat!

GREAT PLACES TO EAT IN LONDON

October 15, 2021 by Cathy

Just to set the boundaries here, this isn’t a “must go to”, or “best places to visit” type of list. This is simply my take on some great foods that represent London as a whole. There are traditional, modern, traditional with modern twists, and of course places that represent and celebrate the incredible diversity of England’s capital city. Basically, what I am saying here is, if you are in the area there are some great places to eat in London.