by Becky Lukovic | Apr 21, 2024 | Africa & Indian Ocean, Feature, Travel
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 itinerary. Nerves kick in–it’s really today!! We are going to experience Gorillas in the wild today–visit their...
by Becky Lukovic | Jun 13, 2023 | Europe, Travel, Women Travel
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 float along the still waters of the canals winding through this gorgeous part of France. It’s slow travel at...
by Becky Lukovic | Jun 13, 2023 | Travel, Women Travel
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 love this curated Summer Reading list to keep you entertained until your next...
by Becky Lukovic | Jun 12, 2023 | Feature, Travel, Women Travel
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 we knew who had these amazing Wander Lists, but no one with whom to share the experiences. We spoke to single women,...
by Becky Lukovic | Feb 1, 2021 | Caribbean, Central America, Feature, Hotel Reviews, The Arm Chair Traveler, The Beach, Weddings & Honeymoons
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 ladies who are top-notch business women and some of the best travel advisors in the...