Top story from Culinary Travels! Hello to my fellow travelers! I hope you are enjoying beautiful fall weather. I feel as if the transition from summer to fall happened in the blink of an eye but fortunately the weather in Detroit has been warmish and sunny! I spent most of my summer visiting family and finalizing the next Culinary Travels to Peru next year. I am happy to say that trip is sold out! A recent trip was to Miami. We ate at Carbone-a fine dining Italian restaurant. It is beautiful...
about 23 hours ago • 4 min read
We’re getting closer! 🇵🇪✨ Just a quick reminder that our Peru with Culinary Travels live Zoom is happening this Wednesday, September 9 at 8 PM ET. I’ll be sharing the details of our October 2–9, 2027 Peru journey, including what we’ll see, where we’ll stay, the culinary experiences we’re planning, and what you can expect from the trip. From Machu Picchu and the Sacred Valley to the incredible food scene in Lima, this is going to be a special one. Join Us Live on Zoom 📅 Wednesday, September 9,...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read
Peru has been on my travel list for a while, so I am excited to finally share the details of our upcoming Culinary Travels trip to Peru! 🇵🇪✨ Join me for a special LIVE Zoom presentation where I’ll walk you through the trip, share what we’ll experience, and give you a closer look at what makes this journey so special. 🇵🇪 Peru with Culinary Travels The trip dates are October 2nd – 9th, 2027. The LIVE Zoom preview is Wednesday September 9th at 8pm ET. Bookings will start the next day for former...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read
Imagine waking up in a beautifully appointed cabin and opening the curtains to see the Peruvian Andes, the South African countryside or the European Alps passing by your window. Luxury train travel is more than transportation. These journeys combine elegant accommodations, destination-inspired dining, attentive service and unforgettable scenery into a boutique hotel experience on rails. Here are several epic luxury train journeys worth adding to your travel list. Venice Simplon-Orient-Express...
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10 Things I Wish I Knew Before Visiting Japan! I have returned from a whirlwind trip to Japan with a group of 15 for Culinary Travels trip #10! We visited Tokyo, Kyoto & Osaka over 10 days. I thought I would share several tips for anyone going or planning a trip to Japan. Some of these are surprising but important to know. The Culinary Travels group in Osaka Japan! Known as "Japan's Kitchen" we did a delicious street food tour here! #1 Always Carry Socks No matter where you’re going in Japan,...
4 months ago • 2 min read
Hello everyone, Happy Cinco de Mayo! Despite how widely it’s celebrated here in the U.S., Cinco de Mayo is not Mexico’s Independence Day (that’s in September). Instead, it commemorates the Battle of Puebla, when a smaller Mexican army defeated French forces against the odds. And here’s the part most people don’t realize:Cinco de Mayo is not a major holiday across Mexico. It’s primarily observed in the state of Puebla, while in the U.S., it has evolved into a broader celebration of Mexican...
6 months ago • 2 min read
With everything happening in the world right now, more travelers are choosing to explore the beauty at home. For those of you in the US, this newsletter is for you. Whether you’re planning a romantic getaway, a solo escape, or a luxe retreat with friends, you don’t need a passport to experience something unforgettable. While you are certainly able to book these destinations online, using a travel advisor opens up perks not found online as well as special promotions. We also have inside intel...
6 months ago • 1 min read
Hello! Thank you for your interest in our 10-Day Greece, Croatia & Turkey Cruise aboard Scarlet Lady (July 11–21, 2027) with Virgin Voyages. You’re now ready to secure your cabin and place your deposit. 🔗 Booking Link (Required) Here is the Virgin Voyages booking link. In the top left hand corner of your screen you should see "Sold and Serviced by Nadeen White". Booking Link You must use this link to be part of my group. If you book directly through Virgin Voyages or another agent, you will...
6 months ago • 1 min read
In 2010—before TikTok, before Instagram, before the iconic flowing dresses in Santorini—I was simply a girl who loved to travel and made her way to Greece 🇬🇷 With no Google Maps and limited internet, it was pure adventure. I spent 10 days exploring Athens, Delphi, Santorini, and Mykonos, completely in awe of the history, the views, and that unreal blue of the Aegean Sea. The Acropolis glowing over Athens at night, sunsets in Santorini that are NOT overrated, and cliffside views from volcanic...
6 months ago • 2 min read