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PJ ADKINS has well over 30 years of experience between traveling to most of the destinations in the United States, cruising and visiting many parts of the World. When PJ's not traveling, she's working on all the photos she's taken on those wonderful trips.
Our leader in all these adventures is Carol Palmer. Carol not only does all the bookings but also travels on each tour! We're proud that so many of our friends have repeatedly turned to "Dream Vacations" for guidance and assistance with their travel needs, so Carol works hard to earn their loyalty for every vacation.
And for those of you who can't travel right now, PJ has used her skills as an Executive Producer & photographer to put together the photos and videos showing you all the wonderful places our group has traveled.
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Singapore
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Singapore
The Merlion is a statue impersonating a mythical creature with the body of a fish and the head of a lion in Merlion Park near the Singapore CBD. It is a well-known tourist icon of Singapore.
Iconic, 8.5m-tall statue with the body of a fish & head of a lion, shooting water from its mouth.
Hong Kong
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Singapore
Hong Kong is known as the “Pearl of the Orient”, and even long-term expats are blown away by what’s on offer. There is quite literally something for everyone, regardless of your interests, if you are family or single.
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Beautiful Robot
Beautiful Robot
Battle For Hong Kong - Female Humanoid Robots.
As the world economic forum on robotics and artificial Intelligence and their stall to hold back technology in the early 2000's faded away. In this photo we explore who would win in this robot that's looks so real!.
Costa Rica
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Birds of Costa Rica Tour
Costa Rica is a rugged, rainforested Central American country with coastlines on the Caribbean and Pacific. Though its capital, San Jose, is home to cultural institutions like the Pre-Columbian Gold Museum, Costa Rica is known for its beaches, volcanoes, and biodiversity.
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Grande Italia Cruise 13 days from milan to rome Milan, Italy
Albergo Terminus Hotel
Albergo Terminus dates back to the 19th century and boasts a stunning vista overlooking Lake Como, as well as a prime location in the historic center adjacent to Como Nord Lago Station. Nearby attractions include Como Cathedral, the Tempio Voltiano museum, and gardens.
Lake Como
Bellagio
Our boat cruise ended in Bellagio, the jewel of Lake Como. We immersed ourselves in the lake's famous "golden triangle" section, known for its remarkable villas, and breathtaking villages discovering quaint boutiques with local art. Our guide suggested a couple of wonderful lake-view restaurants.
Our boat tour to Bellagio, the Pearl of lake Como
After arriving, our delightful tour guide had us walking for an hour sharing much information about the area. I enjoyed seeing everything on a casual walk where we could stop and take in the area at an easy pace where I was able to take plenty of great pictures.
The Duomo in Milan, one of the world’s largest cathedrals.
For one of the best views in Milan, head to the terraces of the Milan Cathedral (the Duomo). As Europe’s largest cathedral, this impressive 354-foot structure took over 600 years
From the central terrace, the cathedral’s highest point, you might even spot the Alps on a clear day.
Saint Bartholomew after his martyrdom.
Saint Bartholomew ‘Flayed’ is one of the most powerful and unsettling sculptures in Christian art, a masterpiece that blends raw human suffering with profound faith.
Created in 1562 by Marco d’Agrate, it stands inside the Duomo di Milano, in the Chapel of Saint Bartholomew.
Como, a City in Italy
Como, Italy, is famous for its stunning natural beauty, with the dramatic Alpine scenery surrounding the deep blue waters of Lake Como, its opulent historic villas and gardens, charming lakeside towns like Bellagio and Varenna, its rich silk industry history, and its reputation as a luxurious retreat for the wealthy and celebrities.
Como is a city at the southern tip of Lake Como in northern Italy. It's known for the Gothic Como Cathedral, a scenic funicular railway and a waterfront promenade.
The Museo Didattico della Seta traces the history of Como's silk industry, while the Tempio Voltiano museum is dedicated to Italian physicist Alessandro Volta.
Just north are the lakeside gardens of the palatial Villa Olmo, as well as other stately villas.
(The Duomo) Europe’s largest cathedral
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Venetian Experience
Combining landmarks with an iconic gondola ride, exploring the narrow backstreets, and visiting the nearby Rialto Bridge offers the quintessential Venetian experience, blending grand architecture with intimate canal exploration.
Along its Caribbean coast are tropical resort islands including Isla de Margarita and the Los Roques archipel
Combining landmarks with an iconic gondola ride, exploring the narrow backstreets, and visiting the nearby Rialto Bridge offers the quintessential Venetian experience, blending grand architecture with intimate canal exploration.
Along its Caribbean coast are tropical resort islands including Isla de Margarita and the Los Roques archipelago. To the northwest are the Andes Mountains and the colonial town of Mérida, a base for visiting Sierra Nevada National Park. Caracas, the capital, is to the north.
The Vineyards
It is located on the slopes between the valley of Fumane and Sant'Ambrogio, in the heart of the historical Valpolicella. The property covers about 100 hectares (247 acres) of vineyards, olive groves and a park.
In the center there is the villa. All around there are rustic buildings with ancient drying lofts for for the drying of Amarone grapes in the aging cellar and a lemon green house.
Serego Alighieri Winery
Serego Alighieri Winery
The Serego Alighieri estate is the one with the longest historical, cultural and winemaking tradition in Valpolicella, dating back more than 650 years.
Serego Alighieri is the oldest winery in Valpolicella still in use. It has been producing wine since at least 1353.
The wine shop is always open for informal visits and tastings.
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Milan, Italy #174
Albergo Terminus Hotel, boat ride on Lake Como, visiting charming lakeside towns like Bellagio and Varenna, also the Milan Cathedral (the Duomo) and the Serego Alighieri Winery. Lots packed into a Movie!
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Palazzo Ducale
Nothing could be improved, it was very well organized and the guide was extremely knowledgeable and engaging. The tour was great and our guide explained lots of different things to us. We visited the church palace and prisons, all in all a great experience would recommend.
Our team is made up of experienced and passionate photographers who are dedicated to capturing the essence of every moment. These great art pieces are the most stunning works of art.
These great art pieces are the most stunning works of art in this amazing city.
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Basilica di San Marco
The Doge’s Palace is one of the most incredible buildings and man-made structures you will ever see.
St Marks basilica is also the most spectacular church I saw in Italy. Our tour guide was fun, energetic and very knowledgeable about the history and culture of both the sites and Venezia whole.
Basilica di San Marco
Basilica di San Marco
The Doge’s Palace and St. Mark’s Basilica are Venice’s most famous sights!
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Basilica of St.Mark
Basilica of St.Mark
Continued on to the Basilica of St.Mark, and entered the cathedral with our pre-reserved tickets. Take in its sheer size and the fascinating golden mosaics inside. Learned about the design of the monument, called the Church of Gold, and its status as a symbol of Venetian wealth and power.
elaborately decorated floating boutique hotel
Venice Cruise Terminal
While Venice remains one of the most splendid cities of art in Italy, its tourist opening is equally based on the sea-related opportunities it puts forward to its visitors’ delight. Thus, the Port of Venice, which remains one of the largest and busiest ports in the Mediterranean Sea, is, from a tourist point of view, the main gate of entr
While Venice remains one of the most splendid cities of art in Italy, its tourist opening is equally based on the sea-related opportunities it puts forward to its visitors’ delight. Thus, the Port of Venice, which remains one of the largest and busiest ports in the Mediterranean Sea, is, from a tourist point of view, the main gate of entrance in the world of luxury, romantic and unforgettable cruises in the Venetian Lagoon, and even further in the open sea.
S.S. La Venezia
Started out as the more modest River Countess, built in 2003 and sailing the shallow Venice lagoon since 2013. Even before its current incarnation, River Countess was the most luxurious riverboat in Venice.
Now, the ship has been re-launched with even higher standards. In 2019, Uniworld completely renovated the ship, converting it into a "
Started out as the more modest River Countess, built in 2003 and sailing the shallow Venice lagoon since 2013. Even before its current incarnation, River Countess was the most luxurious riverboat in Venice.
Now, the ship has been re-launched with even higher standards. In 2019, Uniworld completely renovated the ship, converting it into a "Super Ship," its most luxurious category, with new decor and furnishings, inspired by Venice and the surrounding area.
Their Services
Their Services
When you add up all the elements of the cruise — all meals, drinks, activities, gratuities and accommodation — it becomes clear what a competitively priced way this is to spend a week in Venice, in extreme comfort.
Venice, Italy
Grand Canal Thoroughfare
Grand Canal Thoroughfare
Grand Canal Thoroughfare
Venice, the capital of northern Italy’s Veneto region, is built on more than 100 small islands in a lagoon in the Adriatic Sea. It has no roads, just canals – including the Grand Canal thoroughfare – lined with Renaissance and Gothic palaces.
Rialto Bridge
Grand Canal Thoroughfare
Grand Canal Thoroughfare
Venice, Italy, features over 400 bridges, with the iconic stone-arched Rialto Bridge (completed 1591) being the oldest and most famous crossing the Grand Canal.
Chioggia
Grand Canal Thoroughfare
Chioggia
Chioggia is a seaside town south of Venice, Italy. Traversed by the Corso del Popolo thoroughfare, its historic area has canals and narrow alleys. The Torre dell’Orologio S. Andrea is a Romanesque watchtower with a medieval clock. The Museum of Adriatic Zoology Giuseppe Olivi includes a display on local fishing traditions.
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Gondolas
The Pantheon
The Market
Is a traditional, flat-bottomed Venetian rowing boat, well suited to the conditions of the Venetian lagoon and are highly decorated with a man using his ore and sometimes singing.
The Market
The Pantheon
The Market
Fast forward to the present day, it’s the most popular fresh produce market in Rome. It's hosted from Monday to Saturday, from early morning until 2PM. A variety of goods are sold, such as fruits, vegetables, food and drink, flowers, accessories and souvenirs.
The Pantheon
The Pantheon
The Pantheon
The Pantheon may therefore have celebrated both the gods and the imperial household. The building retains much of its second-century decoration: the colored marble opus sectile floor, many of its columns, and much of the wall veneer.
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Rosa Grand Hotel
Rosa Grand Hotel
Rosa Grand Hotel
Set in the heart of Milan, the Rosa Grand overlooks the historic Piazza Fontana, behind the city’s imposing Duomo cathedral. Enviably located, the exclusive fashion district, the art collections of the Palazzo Reale and the Museo del Novecento are all within strolling distance. Nearby stands the world-famous La Scala opera house and the f
Set in the heart of Milan, the Rosa Grand overlooks the historic Piazza Fontana, behind the city’s imposing Duomo cathedral. Enviably located, the exclusive fashion district, the art collections of the Palazzo Reale and the Museo del Novecento are all within strolling distance. Nearby stands the world-famous La Scala opera house and the famous Galleria, home to historic cafés and chic boutiques of prestigious brands.
Trevi Fountain
Rosa Grand Hotel
Rosa Grand Hotel
The Trevi Fountain is the largest of the famous fountains in Rome.
You know the Trevi Fountain, but did you know that a 2,000-year-old Roman aqueduct still supplies the Eternal City landmark with water? Discover the fountain’s secrets learn the secrets most tourists miss, followed by a visit deep underground—30 feet (nine meters)—to the "C
The Trevi Fountain is the largest of the famous fountains in Rome.
You know the Trevi Fountain, but did you know that a 2,000-year-old Roman aqueduct still supplies the Eternal City landmark with water? Discover the fountain’s secrets learn the secrets most tourists miss, followed by a visit deep underground—30 feet (nine meters)—to the "City of Water" archaeological site where you’ll see the city’s only functioning aqueduct from antiquity.
Spanish Steps
Rosa Grand Hotel
Spanish Steps
The Spanish Steps really bring the drama. This stunning travertine staircase, which connects Piazzi di Spagna with the Trinità dei Monti (a church that’s been one of Rome’s star attractions since the 1500s) is one of the city’s biggest sights.
The steps are famous, yes, but they’re also a fab place to hang out, soak up the scene, admire t
The Spanish Steps really bring the drama. This stunning travertine staircase, which connects Piazzi di Spagna with the Trinità dei Monti (a church that’s been one of Rome’s star attractions since the 1500s) is one of the city’s biggest sights.
The steps are famous, yes, but they’re also a fab place to hang out, soak up the scene, admire the view, and snap a selfie or two. No surprise that this place gets crowded, especially on sunny days in spring and summer.
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Ambasciatori Hotel Venice Mestre, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Located in Mestre, just 6 km from Venice Center and 12 km from Venice Airport and close to the train station.
The Colosseum
The Colosseum is an elliptical amphitheatre in the centre of the city of Rome, Italy, just east of the Roman Forum. It is the largest ancient amphitheatre ever built, and is the largest standing amphitheatre in the world.
The Colosseum is one of Rome's most-visited attractions but many travelers miss the chance to learn about the ancient site when visiting alone.
Roman Forum
Roman Forum
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