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Mlynec Prague – The art of gastronomy in the Old Town!

June 7, 2015 by Lynn 9 Comments

Mlynec Prague -

With a prime location in the heart of the old town district of Prague, Mlynec is a large, trendy, happening restaurant in a city which loves to marry old traditions with new techniques. Part of the Zatisi family of fine restaurants, Mlynec takes its name from the “water mill” which once operated in front of… 

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Filed Under: City Breaks, Countries of the World, Culinary Delights, Czech Republic, Europe, Prague Tagged With: city breaks, Countries of the World, cruises, Czech Republic, Joie de vivre, luxury escapes, Mlynec, Prague, Quebec City

Cafe Savoy – the best brunch in Prague !

May 24, 2015 by Lynn 7 Comments

Cafe Savoy in Prague - the pastry display

Brunch at the Cafe Savoy in Prague … bonjour and dobry den! I think you have the best of both worlds, Paris and Prague. Characterized by a definite Parisian influence in decor, cuisine, ambiance, and people-watching, the Cafe Savoy also offers the friendly service, generous portions and local ingredients all of which tend to characterize… 

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Filed Under: City Breaks, Countries of the World, Culinary Delights, Czech Republic, Europe, Prague Tagged With: around the world, Cafe Savoy, city breaks, Countries of the World, cruises, Czech Republic, luxury escapes, Prague, Quebec City

Jose Cuervo tequila distillery – the best of Mexico!

May 18, 2015 by Lynn 12 Comments

Jose Cuervo La Rojena distillery in Tequila Mexico

Recently, my husband and I were invited to tour the original Tequila distillery, the Jose Cuervo La Rojena, in the town of Tequila located in Jalisco, Mexico.  . I arrived at La Rojena a skeptic, with low expectations for the tour as I have not been a fan of Tequila.  But throughout the course of the… 

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Filed Under: Countries of the World, Mexico Tagged With: around the world, city breaks, cruises, Jose Cuervo, luxury escapes, Mexico, Quebec City, Tequila

Velas Vallarta Resort – The best of Puerto Vallarta!

May 13, 2015 by Lynn 12 Comments

Velas Vallarta Resort in Puerto Vallarta - Oceanfront Terrace view

Are you looking for an ideal tropical paradise for an upcoming vacation? One with a 10-acre pristine sandy beach, superb food, a fabulous spa and fitness center, a nearby 18-hole championship golf course, yoga and tennis, a choice of three swimming pools with pool activities and tranquil waterfalls, and gorgeous lush vegetation? How about a… 

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Filed Under: City Breaks, Hotels, Mexico, Puerto Vallarta, Uncategorized, Velas Vallarta - Puerto Vallarta Tagged With: city breaks, cruises, luxury escapes, Mexico, Puerto Vallarta, Quebec City, Velas Vallarta, weekend getaway

Fiola Mare: Best waterfront restaurant in Washington DC

April 14, 2015 by Lynn 8 Comments

Fiola Mare - best waterfront restaurant in Washington DC

Fiola Mare: Best waterfront restaurant in Washington DC Where do you go in Washington DC for a special celebration to make memories with family and friends over food and wine? My choice for my birthday this year was Fiola Mare restaurant, the newest brainchild of award-winning chef and owner, Fabio Trabocchi, whose passion for cooking and… 

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Filed Under: City Breaks, Culinary Delights, Washington Tagged With: around the world, city breaks, cruises, DC, Fiola Mare, Joie de vivre, luxury escapes, Quebec City, Restaurant, Seafood, Washington, waterfront

Luxury weekend getaway to London!

March 25, 2015 by Denis and Lynn Gagnon 21 Comments

English Tea Room - Brown's Hotel - London (photo gifts.skchase.com)

How would you spend a weekend getaway in London? That very question was posed to us by Virgin Atlantic, which challenged us to design a dream itinerary for two days of gallivanting in London, one of the world’s most exciting and attraction-rich cities, and a favorite of BonVoyageurs since we first moved to the Greater… 

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Filed Under: City Breaks, London, Uncategorized Tagged With: around the world, city breaks, cruises, England, Joie de vivre, London, luxury escapes, Quebec City, Virgin, Virgin Atlantic

Top five bistros and brasseries of Paris!

March 13, 2015 by Denis and Lynn Gagnon 1 Comment

Top five bistros and brasseries of Paris! Having lived and worked in Paris for a number of years in the 1970s and having been regular visitors to the French capital since then, we have had the opportunity to enjoy the Parisian bistro and brasserie experience over a span of more than 40 years. Quite a… 

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Filed Under: City Breaks, Culinary Delights, France, Paris Tagged With: around the world, bistros, brasseries, city breaks, Coupole, cruises, Flore, Fouquet's, France, Joie de vivre, Lipp, luxury escapes, Magots, Paris, Quebec City, Top five

Skyroam Hotspot: don’t venture abroad without it!

February 11, 2015 by Denis 11 Comments

Skyroam Hotspot

Skyroam Hotspot: don’t venture abroad without it! . If you’re an experienced frequent traveler, like me, who considers yourself a very “connected” person, then this posting is for you. Now that the internet has become an integral part of our daily lives, I would not think of venturing abroad without bringing my own internet connection… 

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Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: around the world, city breaks, Joie de vivre, luxury escapes, Quebec City, Skyroam Hotspot

The ideal lightweight carry-on luggage – Go hybrid !

January 26, 2015 by Lynn 1 Comment

LiteGear 20" Hybrid Carry-On

THE IDEAL LIGHTWEIGHT CARRY-ON LUGGAGE – GO HYBRID!   Recently, we flew Air China from Washington, DC to Singapore to begin our travels in Southeast Asia.  While the service on the plane was wonderful, we slept soundly on comfortable beds, and we thoroughly enjoyed their noodle soup, the airline’s size and weight restrictions on carry-on… 

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Filed Under: Travel Tips Tagged With: around the world, carry-on, carry-on luggage, city breaks, Joie de vivre, luxury escapes, Quebec City

Halong Bay : A nature lover’s paradise!

December 30, 2014 by Lynn 2 Comments

Halong Bay in Vietnam

Halong Bay in Vietnam, a nature lover’s paradise! Did you ever dream of being in a James Bond style exotic location?  If exotic and dramatic natural beauty appeal to you on a grand scale, than make sure to include Halong Bay in Quang Ninh Province of northern Vietnam, in your travel plans. Encompassing an impressive… 

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Filed Under: Cruises, South East Asia Cruise, Uncategorized Tagged With: around the world, city breaks, dau go cave, grotte des merveilles, Halong Bay, Joie de vivre, luxury escapes, Quebec City, vietnam

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TOP 10 travel experts and influencers on social media and rated as one of the most influential travel bloggers in the world, Denis and Lynn Gagnon have been circling the globe for more than 45 years. Former international business travelers, they know how to travel - with class, comfort, and style. Members of the National Press Club, PTBA , NATJA and SATW. Wish to connect? Email them at [email protected].

A NEW addition to the BonVoyageurs team is Atlanta-based travel writer and culinary expert Dominique Gagnon, and travel photographer Justin Ellis. By day, Dominique designs and grows new meaningful consumer brands, while Justin is a neuroscientist and psychiatrist researching early brain development. By night, they are watching Chef's Table while plotting their next culinary and sport adventure.

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