The Refined Traveler 

By Refined Travel by Ashley Just off the coast of Spain, the Balearic Islands are home to easygoing beach hideaways and cosmopolitan seaside resorts. Each island has a different personality, with options for all types of getaways, whether you’re looking for a quiet romantic escape or an active family vacation. Mallorca is the largest of the islands, with historic sites in Palma, scenic mountain villages and sandy coves. Menorca is quieter, known for unspoiled nature, seclud

Image Courtesy of Virgin Voyages Cruises are having a moment. From small, intimate river cruises to well-established cruise lines (such as Celebrity Cruises, Disney and Virgin Voyages), there's a water-based vacation for every travel style. But booking a cruise vacation can be tricky. Compared to a resort or hotel booking, there are more moving parts and logistics, which is why it pays to enlist the help of a cruise travel advisor. Read on to learn how a Fora Advisor (like me