Wow 2018 just flew by—like at warp speed!!! Here at Bella, we are already in full planning mode for 2019 travels and beyond—but I wanted to take a moment this morning, sit by the fire, sip some amber-colored hot tea from Paris (sigh), and reflect on how fabulous this...
Way way back in they day--like waaay back in the day, Athens needed a patron God or Goddess. Poseidon and Athena both thought they were up to the task. They played a match of skill and wisdom atop the Acropolis in front of the first king of Athens, Cecrops (half...
Sometimes you wonder if it's all worth the hype...you know...the fabulous new kid on the block restaurant with a hip vibe... I've wondered this about Staplehouse for the last year (although friends have told me it was *that* good). Staplehouse is the hottest ticket...
Little Black Dresses, Buckets of Champagne, Gin and Tonics at the Pool, Dinner Reservations, Girl Talk 24/7....you gotta love a good girls' weekend!!! Our group of fabulous women descended on the town of Naples, Florida armed with restaurant recommendations, Cards...
South Africa has been hot hot hot this year! I've been planning South African itineraries for honeymooners, families, and wine lovers. It's such a diverse destination offering winelands, dramatic scenery, shark diving, and Safari...and it's easily combinable...
Disclaimer: I am not a Mouseketeer Poohbah Status Disney Fan. I like The Mouse. I love Pluto. I've even buried the memories of riding It's a Small World as a teen....somewhat. But when the Chickadee and her little Minis request the presence of MiMi and Poppie at...
Paris, I belive, is a man in his twenties in love with an older woman--John Berger After a lovely breakfast at Esprit St. Germain (they have the *best* tea! and ooh la la the cheese!!), we met our private guide, Andre Paul, to dive into the history of Paris on a...
Paris is always a good idea!--Audrey Hepburn When my girlfriend and I were planning our wine trip to Burgundy, I jumped at the chance to spend extra days in the City of Light, Paris! It's such a lovely city and I was itching to try a few restaurants. Luckily she is...
A few nights ago, we celebrated Junior's birthday with a tasting menu at Restaurant Eugene in Buckhead (Atlanta). Junior has been working in fine dining for several years now and is working on his sommelier certification. Since he has never experienced a paired...
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