Traveling with a gimlet eye.
“to have a gimlet eye”: to look at carefully and not miss anything
Welcome to The Gimlet Traveler. As our friends know, my husband and I are as particular about the quality of our vodka gimlets as we are about where and how we travel. For some time now, they have asked me for our vacation travel recommendations, so I’ve finally gathered my thoughts in one place, here, at The Gimlet Traveler. Most of these destinations are places we’ve visited, while some are planned itineraries for the future. New destinations, themed posts and pictures will continue to appear over time so be sure to check back! Hope you find this information helpful or inspiring. Cheers!
— Marc, the Gimlet Traveler
Istanbul, Turkey
A friend once told me that Istanbul is “a place with soul.” After exploring this rich and historic city full of contrasts between old and new, I knew exactly what she meant and can’t think of a better way to describe it. Once you visit, I expect you’ll think so, too.
Lisbon, Portugal
Lisbon has a special place in our traveling hearts as it was the first stop on our honeymoon. Wander around its hilly neighborhoods, explore the charming old town and take a long walk along the Tagus river. It’s easy to become a fan of this beautiful mid-sized city — we can’t wait to go back!
Portugal Itinerary
For those who want all the info, this is the full Itinerary of our Portugal honeymoon trip. It includes a detailed map with all the various destinations (Lisbon, Sintra, Eastern Algarve, and Central Alentejo), along with some notes and tips.