• funchal, madeira

    Madeira is amazing – We recommend you check it out

    In 2024 we had stunning adventure in the Galapagos Islands.  We enjoyed this experience with new friends we made while on the cruise (check out our posts here).  We were invited by one of the couples who are from Madeira,…

  • santa tecla 2025, gigantes

    Tarragona was simply Terrific – check it out!

    Hearing some of the recent stories about over-tourism in Barcelona, we thought we would try out a different coastal city.  South of Barcelona, on the Costa Dorada is the city of Tarragona.  This old, historic city has alot to offer!  Rooted in tradition,…

  • maria sangenis, sangenis i vaque

    Priorat – Sangenis I Vaque and Wino.Tours are amazing

    We were based in Tarragona, Spain for a week in September 2025.  We booked a couple of wine tours to explore nearby wine regions.  Penedes, and some cava tasting were one of the tours – check out our experience here.  Priorat…

  • natalia, eudald massana

    Penedes, a bike ride, and great wine – gotta love it

    While visiting Tarragona, Spain, we took the opportunity to visit the Penedes wine region. I love cava! We have previously enjoyed bike tours in vineyards in other countries. Bike Motions caught my eye as they provide wonderful detail on their…

  • award winners, alderlea vineyard

    Alderlea Vineyard – a BC winery made with passion

    We headed up to Cowichan Valley recently, and stopped in at Alderlea Vineyard. It is located along the Vancouver Island Wine Route, a short drive from Victoria, British Columbia. Wine tasting and visits to their cellar shop are by appointment…

  • cherry point

    Check out the great wine at Cherry Point!

    We headed up to Cowichan Valley recently, and booked in at Cherry Point Estate Wines. It is located along the Vancouver Island Wine Route, 50km from Victoria, British Columbia. It is a lovely, rustic setting with a well arranged tasting…