The French Riviera has an unparalleled reputation as the playground for the rich and famous. The beautiful beaches combined with the best aspects of French lifestyle and the excitement of big-boy-toys from the wealthiest people in the world all come together here to produce an intense exotic destination that is on the bucket list for many guys.

You've probably had sparkling wine from California, prosecco from Italy, and maybe even authentic Champagne from France... but did you know some of the world's best sparkling wine comes from just across the channel in England? I didn't either till the folks at Nyetimber sent me a bottle to try recently. Not only was it absolutely phenomenal but I'm absolutely in love with the heritage and story since it is unlike anything I've encountered before.

Virtual travel experts Virtually Visiting have created the world’s first four-day holiday, that you can experience from the comfort of your own home. This arctic adventure includes a visit to the ICEHOTEL, Snowmobile Adventure, Aurora Safari Camp, Treehotel, and other cool places for an adventure!

Now offered through Off the Map Travel, a different type of accommodation provides the feeling of staying in space at the Manshausen cabins over the Norwegian Sea. In summertime, the Midnight Sun creates a 24-hour surrounding of sun and light, while the winter experience affords unobstructed views of the Northern Lights through floor-to-ceiling windows looking out over the Steigen Archipelago from the luxury and comfort of the cantilevered cabins. 

Ireland's Ancient East is a region of the country full of ancient legends and stories as well as modern treats attracting foodies as well as beer and whiskey lovers. 

There’s almost no bad time to visit London and explore this amazing city with someone special. While London isn't known as a romantic city like it's sister across the channel is but when you peek beneath the rigid British facade you'll discover that this city is every bit as romantic as New York or Paris.

As an American, it isn't often that I visit a building more than 200 years old, so when I had the opportunity to visit Hotel Pulitzer Amsterdam and discovered that the buildings dated back to a collection of 25 restored homes dating back to the 16th and 17th centuries, I was super excited for the experience. 

Visiting the "South of France" is sort of the epitome of the ultimate romantic getaway, but what about a getaway with the guys? Recently we had the chance to meet with some folks from the France Tourism Development Agency and we were impressed by just how much stuff there is to do year round in Nice and within a quick drive of downtown.