The world has become a scary place, with incidents of violence occurring both at home and abroad. But some of us still want to travel. I've always believed that travel helps me understand the world around me and become a better citizen and I have no plans to stop so long as I can travel safely.

How do you stay safe when traveling to a foreign country? In spite of the big headlines, the risks of being injured or killed in a terrorist attack are small, but it makes sense to be careful in this new era of travel alerts and warnings. Smart travelers can minimize their risks in several key ways:

Our July 2016 Virtuoso Catalogis all about the luxury of adventure. Whether you want to view wildlife on the African Savannah, explore the hill towns of Tuscany by bike, or zip-line through the rain forests of Costa Rica, we can make it happen for you. Whatever the adventure you seek, our knowledge, insider access and custom travel planning services can help you make the most of it. Follow the links below for our latest adventure travel ideas.

We just received a great deal from Avalon River Cruises. On select 2016 sailings, you can get free air and save $3,000 per couple. I haven't seen deals like this in a while, so if you've been wanting to try river cruising and can travel this year, there's no better time to book.