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Dear fellow traveler,
Whether you intend to or not, taking a trip involves opening yourself up to a change in perspective. Bill Harlan, famed Napa vintner, recently spoke about a two-week trip to Bordeaux that inspired him to write a 200-year business plan. While your next vacation is unlikely to result in such a long-term strategy, there’ s no doubt that each adventure leaves lingering impressions that can shape your thinking for years to come.
In this issue, Ross Clarke takes us to the Spanish island of Tenerife, to explore its beautiful contradictions: golden beaches, volcanic landscapes and lush forests. We then dive into the culinary heart of Türkiye( Turkey): Istanbul, that legendary continent-straddling city, where Paul Benjamin Osterlund considers the kebab and its history, as well as its cultural significance in the country and beyond. We also board a Viking Ocean Cruise with Lisa Maloney to visit the fascinating port cities along Alaska’ s beguiling Inside Passage.
Once you’ ve explored the ideas within these pages, we’ re here to offer expert advice, guide your selections and enhance your trip with valuable amenities. Our agency is excited about the prospect of crafting a dream vacation that you remember long after you return home. Happy travels!
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An insider gastronomical tour of Palma de Majorca, Spain, with Silversea Eat your way through Palma de Majorca’ s culinary scene on a private guided food tour courtesy of our agency. This exclusive shore event is available on Silversea’ s 12-Day roundtrip sailing from Nice, France, departing August 6, 2026. Explore specialty shops and markets and learn about beloved local dishes like croquetas, sobrasada and ensaimadas.
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