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Historic arcades of Bologna, Italy captured on a luxury trip planned by the #1 travel advisor in Fort Collins, Amore Travel Designs

EAT DRIVE REPEAT

Everyone starts with Tuscany. And honestly, it’s lovely. But when I traveled to Emilia Romagna, something shifted. This wasn’t postcard Italy—it was deeper, richer, more surprising. There’s a rhythm here that’s slower but sharper. It’s not trying to impress. It just does. I didn’t come here for crowds or photo ops. I came for legacy. And what I found was a place where food, history, and horsepower all share the spotlight. Eat Drive Repeat wasn’t the plan—it became the motto. The meals stuck with me. The people left an impression. And the cars? They roared. If you’ve been to Italy once, this is where you go next. Trust me, you’ll never look at prosciutto—or a racetrack—the same way again.

August 22, 2025 No Comments

EPICUREAN ADVENTURES

Embark on a tantalizing journey filled with exquisite flavors and culinary excellence, as we unveil the world’s most stunning destinations for food aficionados. Our guide highlights the luxurious experience of dining at Michelin-starred restaurants, where art and gastronomy intertwine to create unforgettable moments of indulgence. Let’s explore some epicurean adventures together.

November 8, 2024 No Comments

Luxury food and wine experience in Piedmont, Italy featuring prized white truffles and Barolo wine—expertly curated by Cathy Rowland, custom Europe travel specialist and luxury advisor based in Fort Collins.

TRUFFLE TALES

Greetings, fellow wanderers and food aficionados, buckle up for the enchanting Truffle Tales of Alba, Italy! Nestled in the heart of the Piedmont region, this charming town is famous for its exquisite white truffles, often referred to as the “diamonds of the kitchen.” Alba’s truffle season, which typically runs from September to December, is a celebration of culinary delight, and there’s no better time to embark on a luxurious journey filled with unforgettable flavors thank right now. In this blog, I’ll be guiding you on where to stay and what to do during white truffle season in Alba. Forget truffle oil, which is is flavored with chemicals and has a strong overuse of garlic, genuine truffles taste nothing like this, which is seen as sacrilege by the purists and practically all chefs. We’ve had some amazing truffle based dishes and Alba in Italy has probably the most famous truffles of all.

October 20, 2023 No Comments

Iconic Tower Bridge in London, a must-see landmark on custom Europe itineraries curated by Cathy Rowland, top-rated luxury travel advisor for UK and European vacations

EUROPEAN FOODIE TOUR

Are you a foodie who loves to explore new cultures through their cuisine? If so, a European foodie tour is the perfect way to experience the best of what Europe has to offer. With its rich history and diverse cultures, Europe is home to some of the most delicious food in the world. From the traditional dishes of Italy to the innovative cuisine of France, there is something for everyone on a European foodie tour. Here is some inspiration for a European foodie tour:

March 31, 2023 1 Comment

Luxury blog image for Amore Travel Designs showing top river cruises Fort Collins travelers are booking now, with cruise ship, wine, and French chateau icons.

HOTTEST NEW TRAVEL TREND

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.

November 5, 2021 5 Comments

ITALY, MY ITALY

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.

October 29, 2021 2 Comments

GREAT PLACES TO EAT IN LONDON PART 2

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!

October 22, 2021 No Comments

LAS VENTANAS AL PARAISO REVIEW

Las Ventanas al Paraiso Review – During my trip to Los Cabos in October 2020, I had the privilege to do site inspections of several of the luxurious properties that are available on the desert coastline in Los Cabos. Last week I reviewed the Grand Velas Los Cabos, which was very contemporary and modern feeling. Today, I am going to review a more “authentic” feeling resort, Las Ventanas al Paraiso, a Rosewood Resort.

December 4, 2020 No Comments

OLYMPIA COCKTAIL

In these times of “sheltering” at home, I thought sharing new recipes or cocktails might be fun. This week, I am featuring the Olympia Cocktail, which has an awesome video of the famous Savoy Hotel in Britain creating “their” version. Enjoy!

May 22, 2020 No Comments

MELTING CHOCOLATE CAKE

During times like these, I find that baking tends to calm me down, yet sometimes it’s hard to come up with creative ideas that Richard and I will both like (enter melting chocolate cake).

May 15, 2020 No Comments