An art lover’s tour of Russia Q: I’ve booked two flights to Moscow this June so my mother can finally see the art there. But I’ve heard that it’s sometimes a little confusing trying to get around. Could you tell me where the best places to go are? A: Ah, art and Russia, they go hand in hand. And often these great works don’t leave, so really if you can find cheap flights to Moscow, you should go. And June is the perfect time to go. If you can grab … More…

Everyone tells me I blew it when I took a flight to Mumbai for work and bypassed Kerala. Time and time again, it’s like saying you had the best pot in the world in your little hands and didn’t inhale. Kerala is the spot to go to when you’re in the south. And nowadays its not just the soulful that are heading to Kerala, it’s the surfers. Yep, it’s a winning combination-the pristine waves and tropical beauty and the food ain’t bad either. I gained twenty pounds the last time … More…

Stockholm: on the trail of the Girl with the Dragon Tattoo The Baltic is currently the world’s fastest-growing cruising area —not only are the fjords and islands a perfect getaway from the heat, diesel and traffic that overwhelms most European cities, half the world wants to see where Lisbeth lived. Yes, as Swedish fiction takes over the world, everyone wants to hop on a cheap flight to Stockholm to see it all for themselves. Where Larsson struck a chord,  cruise companies are aiming to capitalize.  “Given the popularity of the … More…

Istanbul on a budget???? Oh, Yeah! We’re cruising at lightening speed into the summer months when Turks start getting themselves in prime boating condition. They remind me of the Italians and the French, the way the truly get it all together for the summer season when the beaches and marinas are packed, the rooftop restaurants are dazzling and the hotels are full. But there are definitely deals to be had. And it starts as always with finding a cheap flight to Istanbul and you’re already at the right place for … More…

I was at the international airport the other day, welcoming my husband back into the bosom of his loving family (seriously, I’m that nice when my kid pointed to this word on the arrivals sign: GUANGZHOU! And said what’s that? Well, good question. Then I noticed a stream of Chinese people coming out and knew it had to be in China but it wasn’t until I logged onto www.bt-store.com that I realized that we have tons of cheap flights to Guangzhou and that people are booking them like hot cakes. … More…