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Myrna Arroyo

Myrna has traveled extensively and is passionate about travel, food and wine. She is a Certified Wine Professional, a Certified Sommelier, and French Wine Scholar. Myrna loves to create authentic travel experiences all over the world.

Recent Posts

Wine Themed River Cruises: A Peek at the Pleasures Awaiting in Pinhão

[fa icon="calendar'] Sep 25, 2014 9:00:00 AM / by Myrna Arroyo posted in Portugal

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Situated in one of Portugal’s most celebrated wine regions, and within a cork’s throw of the Douro River, is the Town of Pinhão. Considered to be part of the demarcated port area, it is a popular destination for wine themed river cruises. And with all of the great places in the area where people may kick back with a glass of the region’s famous port, who could blame them?

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Tips for Visiting Scotland

[fa icon="calendar'] Sep 23, 2014 9:00:00 AM / by Myrna Arroyo posted in Scotland

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Scotland is a small country in the United Kingdom.  But don't let the size fool you.  There is plenty to see and do while visiting this majestic island that is steeped in history.

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Things To Do When Visiting Madrid

[fa icon="calendar'] Sep 18, 2014 9:00:00 AM / by Myrna Arroyo posted in Spain

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Hola!  Are you thinking of traveling to Spain?  Then consider visiting Madrid.  Located on the river Manzanares, it has more cloudless days than most other European cities.  

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A Profile of Scotland’s Whisky Gem: The Ardbeg Distillery

[fa icon="calendar'] Sep 16, 2014 9:00:00 AM / by Myrna Arroyo posted in Whisky, Scotland

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Nestled in Scotland’s Inner Hebrides sits the Queen. She’s a 239-square mile stretch of whisky drinkers’ nirvana, also known as the Island of Islay. Her peat filled soil and grassy covered rock outcroppings have been home to several whisky distilleries for centuries. One of them is the Ardbeg. It sits due east of the Gaelic isle’s major port, Ellen, in the diminutive town of Argyll. People have been ordering drams of its finest whiskies on and off since 1815.

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5 Local Foods to Enjoy When Visiting Salamanca, Spain

[fa icon="calendar'] Sep 11, 2014 9:00:00 AM / by Myrna Arroyo posted in Spain, food

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Situated in the western half of Spain, on the Northern Plateau, is the ancient City of Salamanca, Spain. Known as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, University City and culinary hot spot, its roots stretch back to the Iron Age. Although there is certainly a lot that could be said about the Castile-Leon Region’s popular destination, today, we wanted to highlight its cuisine.

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How to Taste Whisky Like a Pro

[fa icon="calendar'] Sep 9, 2014 9:00:00 AM / by Myrna Arroyo posted in Whisky

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Here are some tips on how to taste whisky like a pro.

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How Do You Pick a World Cruise?

[fa icon="calendar'] Sep 4, 2014 9:00:00 AM / by Myrna Arroyo posted in Cunard, World Voyages

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Have you ever wanted to go around the world by ship? Around-the-world cruising has become popular, and cruise lines are meeting demand by adding circumnavigations to their sailings. If you want to go on a world cruise, there are lots of choices for you. But how do you pick a world cruise? Here are some questions to consider as you make a decision.

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7 Things To Do in Porto

[fa icon="calendar'] Sep 2, 2014 9:00:00 AM / by Myrna Arroyo posted in Portugal

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The historic city of Porto is the second largest in Portugal after Lisbon.  Located in the country's wine region, there are plenty of things to do in Porto, a charming yet sophisticated metropolis in Southern Europe.

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Learn the History of Oban Distillery

[fa icon="calendar'] Aug 28, 2014 8:00:00 AM / by Myrna Arroyo posted in Whisky, Scotland

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Oban Distillery is situated on the West Coast of Scotland in the town of Oban. The Distillery sits right in the heart of the town.

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Things To Do In Edinburgh

[fa icon="calendar'] Aug 26, 2014 8:00:00 AM / by Myrna Arroyo posted in Whisky, Scotland

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As Scotland's capital city, Edinburgh is rich in the country's history and culture. It is also a desired destination for many travelers, attracting over one million foreign visitors a year. There are countless things to do and see in Edinburgh, and it would take a lifetime to experience them all. The following is a list of just a few essential things to do in Edinburgh. 

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