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Welcome to our luxury travel blog—your front-row seat to the world of Bella. From the cobblestone streets of Europe to the wild heart of Africa, this is where we share the stories, moments, and magical mishaps that shape our journeys. Whether you’re dreaming, planning, or just craving a little escape, you’ll find curated inspiration, expert insights, and soulful snapshots from our Bella adventures around the globe.
Tracking Gorillas Down the Mountain in Uganda
The light filters through the mosquito nets draping over my bed at Bwindi Lodge. As I begin to wake, my mind goes to the day’s ...
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Ciao Bellas Cruise the Canals of Burgundy
In March, our intrepid Ciao Bella travelers embarked on an adventure to the vineyard-covered hills of Burgundy, France. We chartered a small canal boat to ...
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Bella Travel’s Favorite Reads for Summer
Here at Bella, we take your adventures seriously, including the kind that whisk your imagination away. Whether it’s a romance-and-rose-all-day or a tuck-me-in thriller, you’ll ...
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Ciao Bella–Your Travel Girl Gang
Last year, Susan and I (Becky) launched Ciao Bella, a Travel Club for Women. Over the years, she and I had ongoing conversations about women ...
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Mayakoba, Playa Mujeres, Maroma, and Cancun
Early in January, I (Becky) conducted site inspections with a few Travel Experts colleagues from the Southeastern region. I just love hanging with these smart, savvy ...
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The American cemetery in Luxembourg
Last year I my mother and I went on an adventure down the Mosel, Rhine, and Main rivers on a ten-day Uniworld river cruise. What ...
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Have you traded Efficiency for Adventure?
Efficiency for Adventure. How often do we make this trade?Do I trade the chance to grow and stretch myself for the need to just get ...
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Your Own Personal Board of Directors
Accountability matters. Connections matter. Having someone to listen and give feedback on your crazy ideas is just….well…priceless. As a small business owner, you need good ...
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Versailles, The Sun King, and All Things Golden
Last fall, my mom and I spent a glorious day exploring all things Louis. It was Mama’s first time in France (really the first time ...
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Punt or Pivot – A Business Strategy for Post COVID Recovery
We have to allow ourselves space to breathe and think and to act with purpose not out of straight fear.Then it may be time to ...
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Floating in Glacier Bay, Alaska
I was seriously unprepared for the beauty of Alaska. Oh yeah, I heard about the glaciers calving—dramatically splashing in the water. I saw the photos of the ...
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Hermitage Bay Getaway
So here is sit in my comfy chair overlooking my outside deck dreaming of the last time I experienced total Caribbean Bliss—at Hermitage Bay.
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Boating on the Amalfi Coast
In one of my favorite movies, Out of Africa, Karen von Blixen entertains Barkley and Denys with dinner on her beautiful Limoges (woman after my ...
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Cruising 201 – Luxury Cruising
Ya know – I love it when my travel tips garner further discussion and more suggestions of how to navigate the ever-changing world of cruising. ...
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Cruising 101 – Bella’s Cruise Tips
Lately, I’ve been thinking a lot about cruising and those little nuggets of advice that makes your cruise adventure go more smoothly. I’ve been asking my ...
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