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2014 Photo Contest Winners
Congratulations to our 2014 Travel Photo Contest winners! Their photos are featured in our new calendar. Thank you to everyone who entered - we enjoyed getting a glimpse of your travels! Check out the winning photos below. 
     
The Grand Canal, Venice, Italy by Ralph B. 
Alaskan Sunset by Amy W.
Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Tallinn, Estonia by Liz B.
 
 
On the blog
NEW PORTS IN THE MEDITERRANEAN
Been there, done that? This year and next, luxury cruise and upper-premium ships will make "maiden" calls at ancient ports steeped in Venetian, Minoan, Greek and Roman history. Others will sail into harbors they've only visited sporadically in the past.  
 

10 WAYS TO STAY SAFE WHILE TRAVELING
Staying safe while traveling abroad is always important. Most people aren't dishonest, but those few bad apples or one unfortunate incident can blemish an amazing travel experience. We polled our travel specialists and created a list of tips for staying safe while traveling abroad.
 
 
Destination Focus: Tuscany
This week we are turning our attention to a beautiful region in central Italy. Tuscany is known for its classic landscapes, rich history and amazing culture.  
 
 
Florence: A Perfect Short Trip

"For the discerning traveler, Florence asks the question: is this a living city or a glorified museum? The answer is 'yes' on both counts. A small city with virtually all its sights clustered in just a few square kilometers, Florence is a place that you can get to know well, if not intimately, in a relatively short time. Still, the combination of crowds and staggering number of options make planning a big plus." From

Florence: the best short trip  

 

 

Hidden Treasures 

"Most tourists head straight for the Uffizi, but Florence has dozens of smaller museums full of world-class art." Read more about Hidden Florence

 

 

 

 

 

Go Medieval

"These less-visited towns are hidden gems for local cuisines, wines, scenery and architecture." Read about the Medieval Hilltop Towns of Tuscany

 

 

  

 

Eat Well

"To cook like your mother is good; to cook like your grandmother is better," says the Tuscan proverb. Read about the Delicacies of Tuscany & Umbria

 

 

 

And if you can't wait to visit...

Take a Virtual tour of Siena

Test your knowledge
Finally, for those who enjoy a good challenge, try this week's quiz by clicking here
 
Have a great weekend!

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