http://ellenpaderson.com Travel Advice from Ellen of Smiles and Miles Travel! Sun, 11 Apr 2010 23:36:13 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Leon and I spent a few restful days in Jamaica, and enjoyed the wonderful amenities of its Resorts! Moondance Cliffs Imagine your Wedding at this spectacular site! Beautiful gardens at Couples Resort http://ellenpaderson.com/?p=116 I just returned from a pre-inaugural cruise on the amazing Oasis of the Seas, Royal Caribbean's new megaship. [caption id="attachment_97" align="alignnone" width="500" caption="Oasis of the Seas' amazing rock wall!"][/caption] I envision this revolutionary 'destination ship' as a perfect vacation for Healthy Lifestyle cruisers, as well as for my Bar/Bat Mitzvah Vacations ... http://ellenpaderson.com/?p=94 Join us for an unforgettable River Cruise through the Netherlands and Belgium at the height of the spring floral season! We are booking now for our exclusive European Spring Adventure on the beautiful Avalon Waterways' river barge Imagery, happening April 18-25, 2010. This Tulip Time Cruise through Holland and Belgium is perfect ... http://ellenpaderson.com/?p=54 [caption id="attachment_33" align="aligncenter" width="500" caption="Dune Buggy Tour in Cabo"][/caption] Cabo San Lucas is a huge playground for those who like outdoor activities. Everything from parasailing, fishing and snorkeling, to zip-lining through dense forest and ATV touring will keep your family excited and engaged. For a winter holiday trip, you can't beat Cabo ... http://ellenpaderson.com/?p=32 [caption id="attachment_28" align="aligncenter" width="500" caption="Christmas at a sunny resort can take the edge off winter."][/caption] Leon and I just spent a fabulous Hanukah/Christmas holiday in Cabo San Lucas, on the west coast of Mexico. For those who may have thought about going on vacation over a major holiday - do it! [caption ... http://ellenpaderson.com/?p=27 I just returned from a brief but blissful sojourn in Italy. Our focus was northern Italy, flying into Milan and visiting Lake Como, Venice and the Cinque Terre. Everyone who visits Italy vows to return, and I can understand why. From the serenity of Lake Como to the ... http://ellenpaderson.com/?p=9 Ellen's Travel Dish - a travel advice blog by Ellen Paderson, president of Smiles and Miles Travel! We specialize in family travel, cruise tours, Destination Weddings, and All-inclusive Resorts in the Caribbean. I personally visit virtually all the properties I recommend, and I'm known as a detail-oriented advocate for my ... http://ellenpaderson.com/?p=1