Planning your first trip to Paris is exciting — and maybe a little overwhelming because it's hard to decide where to stay. With twenty arrondissements (neighborhoods) spiraling out from the center of the city, choosing where to stay can feel like a major decision. As a travel advisor who helps clients plan custom Paris vacations, I’m often asked: “Which arrondissement is best for first-time visitors to Paris?” The short answer? It depends on what kind of experience you want —

If you’re planning a trip to Europe, there’s an important change you’ll want to know about. The European Union began introducing a new Entry/Exit System (EES) last week. This digital border control process that will replace the traditional passport stamp for travelers from countries like the United States, Canada, the U.K., and others who don’t require a visa. This is a phased implementation with the goal to have all countries fully operational under the new system by Apri

One effective way to sidestep the crowds is to travel during the shoulder season.

Your ship size determines how often you can step ashore, how quickly you board Zodiacs, and how flexible the captain can be when wildlife pops up or weather shifts.

Knowing what to pack for Antarctica is key to enjoying your trip

In Brief:  Carol McKee’s latest Arctic journey with Aurora Expeditions took her through Greenland’s wild western fjords, remote villages, and dramatic glacial landscapes — a journey blending adventure, culture, and discovery. This post invites travelers to imagine their own Polar expedition with McKee Travel’s expert guidance. Carol here and I'm thrilled to tell you about my Arctic trip with Aurora Expeditions. Our recent journey to Western Greenland left an unforgettable im

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Lights dancing across the night sky. Polar bears lounging on the ice. Imagine for a moment if you could see both those sights on the same journey. Indeed you can. Where do you find them? First let's start with the best place to find polar bears. Most polar bears are to be found with in the arctic circle. There are some that live a bit further south in the Hudson Bay region of Canada but for the most part they live north of the circle. Bears can be found in the arctic region o

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