Book Review: Taking Root in Provence

If you are looking for an armchair getaway filled with charm, subdued sophistication and grace, pick up a copy of “Taking Root in Provence” by Anne-Marie Simons. A writer and traveler, Anne-Marie has that certain way of casually transporting you…

Categories: books, france, travel

Travel: Win a Trip to Australia!

Tourism Australia and Quiksilver announced today they have launched a Facebook contest, “Surf, Sun and Social Networking in Australia,” that will send one lucky winner to Australia to be the official blogger for the 2012 Quiksilver Pro Gold Coast. Beginning…

Travel Guest Post: Maui, An Idyllic Tropical Road Trip

photo courtesy of Maui Convention and Visitors Bureau Aside from being a tropical paradise destination, the Hawaiian island of Maui encourages couples to bond, slow down, and create treasured experiences with its unique blend of beauty, activities, history, and variety.…

Categories: beauty, food, hawaii

Happy Mail

Hi Kimberly, Your story is officially the 2nd place winner for our 2009 Travel Writing Contest. (http://www.52perfectdays.com/2010-travel-writing-contest-theme) Here is the link.  http://www.52perfectdays.com/articles/eco-friendly-los-angeles I’ll be sending out a more formal notice regarding all the winning articles by next week as well…

Categories: life, travel, travel writing