News & Updates From the Road
Greece is as lovely as I remembered
It was all so perfect. The whitewashed walls, the blue door and shutters, the deep-blue sky and the flaming bougainvillea in red.
Nazaré, Portugal: Some tourist towns are just fine
No one seems to like a tourist town like Nazare. But I must say that some are great despite the number of tourists.
TRIP REPORT: Walking the coast of Scotland
We had a fabulous walk in Scotland. The walking was good, the sun was out, and the Scotts were wonderful.
Have you ever dreamed of living in another country?
When on vacation, how often do you start looking at real estate listings?
The Loire Valley’s food, culture, and amazing châteaux
Our guide, Simon Renault, will be at it again in France next May, leading a group to the Loire Valley in France.
New walking tour in the Cotswolds, England
Picture yourself waking to birdsong and walking each morning through the loveliest countryside in England.
My travel addiction: The girl I met when I was 16
Wendy was her name and she had just returned from a year as an exchange student in Germany. She’d had a great time.
Change to deposit, payment, and cancellation terms
Starting with our 2027 trips, we’ve implemented some new policies for deposits, payments, and cancellations
Cross Country Skiing in the Swedish Mountains
If you’re a cross-country skier, check out Travel Fever’s new ski tour in the mountains of northern Sweden next March.
Cider, cheese, and seafood: A photo guide to Normandy
In Normandy we learned about cider and Calvados and got friendly with cows that give their milk to make Camembert cheese.
A Gallery of Amazing Irish Flowers
We went to Ireland to see gardens and gardens we did see! Here are a few of our favorite flower pics taken by our group.
Thoughts and theories on travel in France, Sweden, and Slovenia
I’m into my third week of travel in Europe and I’d like to share some travel thoughts with you.
We’re planning a walk on the Cotswold Way
We are starting work on a walk along the Cotswold Way in England for Spring of 2027. It’s such a lovely area.
Where do you like best to travel?
Travel Fever travelers have been to many fabulous places. Please tell us where you like to travel and why.
How I scout locations for new Travel Fever trips
You’ve heard me mention “tour scouting” many times in this newsletter so I thought you’d like to hear more about what’s involved.
Cultural immersion in a European supermarket
Supermarkets put a culture on clear display, whether you’re in a Carrefour in France, a Mercadona in Spain, or a Tesco in the UK.
Where to sleep while walking the Camino
Lodging establishments on the Camino can be divided into two groups: Albergues and Hotels.
New video takes you inside the food & culture of Oaxaca, Mexico
We led a group to Oaxaca in late January to explore the region’s foods and culture. Watch the video
A cheaper way to use your mobile phone while traveling internationally
You may have seen ads for international “eSIMs” which bring you 24/7 use of your cell phone while you’re traveling internationally.
The beaches and birds of southern Mexico
The beach is amazing, nearly empty, and full of birds that flock to catch the small sardines that swim in the crashing waves.