Maury's Meanderings

06/24/2025

I'm absolutely delighted to announce the second of my curated trips - The April Tango!

We will be exploring Argentina and Uruguay as only a travel agent can, with exclusive access and treatment from my personally-selected hotels, restaurants and tour operators.

My exclusive offers are for clients only, so I have to keep the full details password-protected. If you'd like to learn more, contact me directly or sign up for my newsletter at https://www.maurysmeanderings.com/exclusive

02/18/2025

Travel isn't just a business for me, it's a passion. As a travel agent, I'm privileged to be able to enjoy access to exclusive events, unique hotels and behind-the-scenes experiences at cultural institutions. And now I want to share the same opportunity with my clients.

That's why I'm organizing The Italian Dream: A Luxurious Journey for Art and Music Lovers, July 14-25, 2025

We’ll enjoy exclusive VIP access to the Umbria Jazz Festival, nights of opera in Verona and private arts and tours in Orvieto, Perugia and Verona. This journey is designed to be a true bucket-list experience for connoisseurs of music and the arts.

Itinerary Highlights Include

•VIP access to the world-renowned Umbria Jazz Festival
•Exclusive opera performances in the historic Verona Arena
•Guided tours of artistic and cultural landmarks in Orvieto, Perugia, and Verona
•A private boat tour on the scenic Lake Garda

There's much more on the full itinerary, but I can't make it public (yet). But clients and subscribers to my newsletter can view it on my website. If you're interested, please send me a message or let me know in the comments!

https://www.maurysmeanderings.com/the-italian-dream

11/29/2024

Did you know that December is the perfect time to take a Summer roadtrip in New Zealand?
And with non-stop flights from NYC-Auckland, it's easier than ever.
Here's my favorite agenda: https://www.maurysmeanderings.com/blog/2024/11/27/roadtrip-new-zealand

05/23/2024

What's your favorite shade of green?
Is it Zanzibar's palm trees? The Faroe's green roofs? The Azores green cliffs?
Maybe it's time to get out there and find your new favorite. Start here.
http://www.maurysmeanderings.com/blog

Global Travel Collection

11/21/2023

I'm a travel consultant, not a mental health professional.
That said, if you find yourself in need of reinvention or rebirth, it might be time to plan a trip to Florence and Tuscany.
Here's why it's time for your own personal Italian Renaissance.

11/20/2023

Did you know that the same city that inspired Dante to write the Inferno and Michelangelo to create David also inspired to create Instagram?

If you're ready for your own personal Italian Renaissance, here's why it's time for your trip to Florence and Tuscany.

What do Galileo Galilei, Leonardo Da Vinci, Dante Aligheri and the founder of Instagram all have in common? They were inspired by Florence and Tuscany. Here’s why it’s time for your own personal Italian Renaissance

09/14/2022

Seasons are important on Greek Islands. Some, like Mykonos, are all-but-deserted outside of the high season (April-October). Others, like Crete, keep the party going all year long. No matter when you go, you’re sure to find companionship, revelry and incredible gastronomic delights in Greece’s famous Tavernas.

09/12/2022

Have you ever heard that some people are foxes, who can do a little bit of everything, and other people are hedgehogs, who do one big thing?
The same is true of Greek Islands. For example, Crete is a Fox, home to cities, mountains, beaches, restaurants, and spectacular historic architecture. Mykonos, on the other hand, is a pure hedgehog - the world's greatest party spot!

What's your favorite to explore - foxes, hedgehogs or both? If you can't decide, check out the blog! maurysmeanderings.com/blog

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09/08/2022

"London Bridge is Down"
Queen Elizabeth II was the longest-reigning monarch of Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Belize, Jamaica and of course the United Kingdom. During the course of her life, she served at one time or another as the sovereign of 32 different countries, including one she refused to recognise (Rhodesia). She was also one of the worlds great travellers, with many of her state visits becoming historic occasions. The Queen herself never owned a passport, as every British passport is issued "In the Name of her [Brittanic] Majesty."

Wishing strength and healing to all of her subjects and admirers today.

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01/07/2022

Can you identify this famous Parisian glass dome?

Hint... think shopping

Hint... Emile Zola called it "Paradise for Ladies"

It's the Galeries Lafayette Haussmann, the legendary "Grand Magasin" that practically invented the luxury retail experience. It's also the perfect place for the hoi polloi to meet haute couture. Together with its sisters (and rivals) Printemps and Le Bon Marche, they're one of the best ways to spend a day in Paris. What's your favorite Paris Department Store?

01/06/2022

Quick Q for foodies, travel experts and Francophiles...
What city is France's Gastronomic capital?
It's Lyon!

Not only is the city home to over 4300 restaurants (including 20 with Michelin stars), it's a unique center for French regional and traditional eating houses called "Bouchons Lyonnais."

As a bonus, it's also much warmer and sunnier than Paris, sits at the confluence of two rivers and boasts a mix of historic renaissance-era streets and innovative modern buildings, so you can work off your meals with an architectural kayaking tour.

(My personal favorite is the Quennelle Lyonnais, a flaky layered fish and cheese dish. Superb!)

If Lyon isn't on your clients itineraries yet, point them to my latest blog! https://www.maurysmeanderings.com/blog/2021/12/28/bon-retour-en-france

01/05/2022

Are you feeling a little sun starved?
You might take some advice from Vincent Van Gough, who wrote "Ah, those who do not believe in the sun here are ungodly," after spending some time in Provence.

The luminous yellow sunlight of the South of France inspired Van Gogh, Toulouse-Lautrec, Gauguin and Picasso. What will inspire you? http://www.maurysmeanderings.com/blog/2021/12/28/bon-retour-en-france