African Safari Company (http://www.africansafarico.com/) are masters at seeking out off-the-beaten-track, diamonds in the rough on the world’s second largest continent, Africa. They send clients to a number of hidden and overlooked destinations where wildlife, history, culture and opportunities for multi-sport activities abound -- without the usual crowds.

This December ‘tis the season to celebrate in Turks and Caicos when Blue Haven Resort and Marina is unveiled as the newest luxury property in this in-demand Caribbean destination.  Blue Haven will be the only resort and marina in Turks and Caicos and the ideal backdrop for special celebrations.

Something new is brewing in Kansas City where everything’s always up to date. It’s “Inspiration Blend,” a brand-new coffee spawned by the collaboration of two Kansas City stars, a travel company, Culture Xplorers

Ecoventura (http://www.ecoventura.com) that operates an environmentally friendly fleet of small expedition yachts in the Galapagos Islands, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, over the past 18 months has transformed the culinary offerings on its three 20-passenger vessels that now offer locally sourced, healthy and gourmet-style menus