Twelve years ago, I started Valise with the solo traveler in mind. At that time, all of our curated trips were small group trips, but not necessarily groups of people who knew each other. My goal was to connect solo travelers to each other and to explore the world together. Since that time, interest in … Read more
Celebrate & Explore: The Ultimate Festive Travel Guide The most wonderful time of the year is just around the corner, and Valise Travel Concierge has gathered the season’s most dazzling celebrations, unique traditions, and luxurious getaways. We’ve filled our holiday offerings with festive fun, from Italy’s trulli-lit villages to winter solstice awakenings in the lush … Read more
Two changes in the travel industry that you need to know about: Now in Effect – New Airline Refund Rules Coming in May 2025 – New Entry Requirements for European Travelers What to Know before you Go DOT’s New Airline Rule Now In EffectAutomatic Refunds for Significant Flight Disruptions Good news for anyone who has … Read more
The Fife Arms, a Scottish landmark, is hosting its first ‘Festival of Fashion’ next month. The immersive weekend event (November 17-19) will transport guests to the heart of the global fashion community, with contributors including acclaimed designer Giles Deacon, eminent fashion journalist Tim Blanks, designer Simone Rocha and The Telegraph’s Fashion News & Features Director … Read more
Your Little Black Book for San Miguel EAT In recent years, San Miguel de Allende has become a top destination for foodies who are looking for unique culinary experiences. The city has a growing number of notable restaurants helmed by creative and innovative chefs. The city holds many food festivals and culinary events throughout the … Read more
If you can’t physically go to a destination you dream of, read a book set there and let your imagination do the rest. Ten books to help you travel outside the walls of your home…. 1. MOROCCO“The Sheltering Sky,” – Paul Bowles The tale of Port and Kit Moresbury, a sophisticated American couple, who are finding … Read more
From ancient kingdoms to reminders of the period of French colonial rule and the “American War,” Vietnam is filled with UNESCO World Heritage landmarks and architectural wonders, like royal palaces and fishermen’s stilted houses. Add in traditional markets, ethnic villages, and otherworldly landscapes, and you have a country that promises surprises at every turn. Hanoi … Read more
Australia’s largest island is refreshingly undeveloped and visitors often remark that arriving in Tasmania is like stepping back in time. Nature is on a dramatic scale here: over 3.4-million acres of its area is protected wilderness, including ancient rainforests, jagged peaks and powerful rivers. In recent years, Tassie, as it is referred to by locals, … Read more
When we can’t go in person, we can still travel with our tastebuds and our memories…. Travel is a word that sends my spirits and imagination soaring, unless I’m stuck at home without a trip planned for the near future. When I’m longing for travel, but don’t have a fixed departure date for an exciting … Read more