Be Adventurous

Author: Lori Small

San Francisco, California

California, San Francisco

  San Francisco is a fairytale city where change is constant. The city is known for its year round fog where the Golden Gate Bridge disappears right before your very eyes. Cable cars ring through the hilly peninsula lined with candy colored Victorian homes. In addition, there are unforgettable adventures in every flashy neighborhood. The…

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Napa Valley, California

California, Napa Valley

  Napa Valley is a glorious destination for lovers of legendary acclaimed wines and their grand estates. The countryside scenery is remarkable. The hotels and resorts are elegant and lavish. Finally, the gourmet food is extravagant. Perfectly beautiful! The Small List Best Hotel Auberge du Soleil – An award winning, world class, French inspired luxurious resort in…

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Palm Beach, Florida

Florida, Palm Beach

  With pristine beaches, upscale boutiques, glitzy estates and legendary resorts, Palm Beach is the crown jewel of Florida. A year round playground. The Small List Best Hotels The Breakers Hotel – The Breakers was founded in 1896 by Henry M. Flagler. He was one of America’s great industrialists. This grand, gorgeous, oceanfront hotel is located…

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Havana, Cuba

Havana

  Founded by the Spanish and located just 90 miles from Key West, Havana, Cuba is rich in history with vibrant architecture, live salsa music, impeccable art, cigar factories, and, of course, local rum. Those who visited Havana during the decades of great splendor in the 30’s and 40’s had to visit three different places when it…

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St. John, U.S. Virgin Islands

St. John

  St. John is an island in the Caribbean Sea. It is the smallest of three U.S. Virgin Islands, where more than half of the island is occupied by the Virgin Islands National Park. Remote, unhurried and blissfully low-key, its unspoiled beauty make St. John the most tranquil island on earth. The Small List Best…

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Kotor, Montenegro

Kotor, Montenegro

  Kotor is one of Montenegro‘s most picturesque cities that will leave you breathless. The World Heritage medieval structures, winding cobblestone streets and red roofed buildings will sweep you away. The Small List Best Restaurant Restoran Galion – For sophisticated fresh fish, a romantic setting and luxurious decor with panoramic views from the terrace of the…

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Verona, Italy

Verona

  Verona is a city of love. It is most famous for being the romantic setting of Shakespeare’s “Romeo and Juliet.” “Juliet’s House” is the top attraction. The 14th-century residence with a tiny stone balcony overlooking a courtyard is said to be the inspiration for Shakespeare. The Small List Best Restauant Ristorante Il Desco –…

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Positano, Italy

Positano

  Positano is a sharply vertical town in the hills of the Amalfi Coast. The streets are steep and narrow and lined with sophisticated boutiques, cafés and sun-bleached architecture. The most picturesque resort town on the Amalfi coast with spectacular coastal views, the mountains behind, a stack of jaunty houses, bougainvillea and, of course, lemon trees.…

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Madrid, Spain

Madrid

  The cosmopolitan city of Madrid is renowned for its arts, cuisine, and unbeatable nightlife. Cheerful and bright at all hours, Madrid’s authenticity is hard to beat. In addition, with manicured and expansive gardens and rich art museums, the city is the gateway to the rest of Spain. The Small List Best Restaurants El Botin…

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Monforte d’Alba, Italy

Monforte d'Alba

  In route from Saint-Tropez, to Lake Como, we were directed to a gem of a restaurant in the heart of Langhe, neighboring Barolo. A medieval village among the vineyards of Piedmont, Monforte d’Alba rises in an enchanting position. The restaurant, located in Monte d’Alba, is Trattoria Della Posta. Since 1875 the family has been aiming…

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Sveti Stefan, Montenegro

Montenegro, Sveti Stefan

  In the embrace of the Mediterranean, this fortified village dates back to the 15th century. The island of Sveti Stefan is a unique setting with serene sea views. Centuries of history have given the island its glamorous, yet intimate charm. The Small List Best Hotel Aman Sveti Stefan – Hand-restored stone buildings house the…

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Belgrade, Serbia

Belgrade

T   The city of Belgrade is located on the confluence of the Danube and Sava rivers. It provides the backdrop for many of the city’s sights, and splits the city up into Old Belgrade and New Belgrade. It has the worlds largest Eastern Orthodox Church, the Church of Saint Sava, one of the largest church…

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Melbourne, Australia

Melbourne

  Melbourne, Australia has a world class combination of dining, art galleries, homegrown fashion and a packed sports calendar. Undoubtedly, this is one of the world’s most livable cities and it’s full of hidden charms. THE SMALL LIST Best Hotel The Langham Melbourne – The Langham is nestled on the famous Southbank Promenade. The hotel…

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Noosa Heads, Australia

Noosa Heads, Queensland

  Noosa Heads, Australia combines all the finer things in life with stunning beaches. The beauty of Noosa National Park is undeniable. Visit the trendy and fashionable Hastings Street for cosmopolitan cafés, designer shops and alfresco dining. The Small List Best Hotel Sofitel Noosa Pacific Resort Hotel – Located in the heart of Hastings Street, Sofitel…

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The Great Barrier Reef, Australia

Great Barrier Reef, Hamilton Island, Whitsundays

  The Great Barrier Reef in Australia is one of the seven wonders of the natural world. Viewing it from a greater distance, you can understand why. It is larger than the Great Wall of China and the only living thing on earth visible from space. The Whitsundays is an archipelago of 74 tropical islands…

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Sydney, Australia

Sydney

  Loved by international travelers and those who call it home, Sydney, Australia is an international city bursting with entertaining and captivating attractions. The city is home to a lively arts and culture scene, a stunning harbor, coastal beaches and national parks. The food and wine is cutting edge. There are many events to attend…

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Omaha, Nebraska

Nebraska, Omaha

  Omaha, Nebraska is the destination to absorb the good life with Warren Buffet and Charlie Munger at the Berkshire Hathaway Annual Shareholders Meeting. Feel very smart and place a check mark next to a long standing bucket list dream. The Small List Best Place to Stay Cornerstone Mansion – The Cornerstone Mansion, historically known…

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Denver, Colorado

Colorado, Denver

  Denver, the capital of Colorado, is an American metropolis dating to the Old West era. Denver is also a jumping-off point for ski resorts in the nearby Rocky Mountains. Cherry Creek is the premier outdoor retail and dining destination. The collection of art galleries and independently owned boutiques is impressive. Denver is a remarkable…

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Aspen Cares

Aspen, Aspen Hope Center, Colorado

The Aspen Hope Center The mission of the Aspen Hope Center is to extend a beacon of hope to those in emotional crisis. In addition, the center offers a continuum of comprehensive care while working to decrease the stigma of mental illness. Their objective is to provide expert clinical care, public education, and outreach. Year…

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The Highland Bowl – Aspen, Colorado

Aspen, Colorado, Highland Bowl

  The Highland Bowl is Aspen’s Crown Jewel. The area offers some of the steepest and most challenging ski terrain in the U.S. This 782-foot vertical hike takes anywhere from 20 minutes to an hour. The trek can be particularly difficult for those not used to the altitude but the skiing and the views are…

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Kitzbuhel, Austria

Kitzbuhel

  Kitzbuhel is a small medieval town in Tyrol, Austria. It is undoubtedly one of the most popular resorts in the world with the most famous ski-run in the world – The Streif. Don’t miss out on the most spectacular lift in the world: the 3S-Umlaufbahn (tri-cable gondola). It spans the 2.5-kilometre wide and 400-meter…

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