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
Zurich, Switzerland
Apparently, summer in Zurich is off-season for the Swiss. Since we’re not skiers or cold-weather fans, this was perfect for us: all the charm, culture and cocktails — with fewer crowds!
Lucerne, Switzerland
Situated on a sprawling, emerald green lake with views of the Alps in the distance, Lucerne is a charming (and well-preserved) old city. While it may be a little snoozy, there’s nothing lovelier than sitting lake-side watching boats glide across the lake.
The Bernina Express Alpine Train
The Alps are famous for their staggering majesty. While one could always hike through them, that isn’t really our style. Instead we took The Bernina Express – a five hour scenic trek through mountain forests, past glaciers and quaint villages – and all from the comfort of a sleek train with huge picture windows.
Lake Como, Italy
You may not get to stay at George and Amal’s villa, but a visit to Lake Como is still a glamorous holiday. So, settle in, have the bartender pour you another cocktail and watch the light sparkle across the water.
Zurich-Lucerne-Bernina Express-Lake Como Itinerary
For those who want all the info, this is the full Itinerary of our trip to Zurich, Lucerne and Lake Como – plus a train ride on the Bernina Express. It includes a detailed map with all the various destinations, along with some notes and tips.
Rome, Italy
When planning our trip, it seemed everyone we spoke with had a strong opinion about Rome — they either loved it or…weren’t fans. We LOVED IT — and it quickly made it onto the list of favorite cities that we look forward to revisiting.
Italy Itinerary
For those who want all the info, this is the full Itinerary of our trip to Italy. It includes a detailed map with all the various destinations (Venice, Florence, Tuscany and Rome), along with some notes and tips.