Louisville runs on two things: bourbon and thoroughbreds. For travelers who track PTO like quarterly goals, this city is your perfect playground. From trackside mornings to rickhouse afternoons, discover how to turn your competitive streak into a brag-worthy weekend built on horsepower, barrel strength, and a touch of Southern charm.

From whiskey trails to wine regions, here’s what to expect when you book with Extended Escapes. Planning a big trip feels like a full-time job…one that involves too many browser tabs, too many Reddit reviews, and too little time. That’s where I come in. I design custom travel experiences for people who love exploring but don’t love the planning part.

Airport duty-free whiskey shopping can feel like a neon maze of “limited editions” and velvet-bag distractions. Learn how to spot real value, compare prices before you fly, and uncover travel-exclusive bottles worth your suitcase space. From cask strength gems to smart shopping strategies, this guide helps whiskey travelers shop airport shelves like pros without overspending.

Tasmania is the new place where whiskey nerds, dram-hunters, and “just give me something that tastes good” travelers all collide.

Plan your next whisky travel adventure: top festivals in Tasmania, Switzerland, Paris & Singapore with rare pours, insider access & global bragging rights.

Cigar etiquette for travelers goes beyond knowing how to light up. Smoking while traveling comes with different rules, expectations, and cultural norms, especially in cigar lounges, hotels, and public spaces abroad. This guide covers practical cigar travel etiquette, from where and when to smoke to how to handle lounges, staff, and fellow guests, so you can travel with cigars confidently and respectfully.

Planning a Scotland trip that combines world-class golf and iconic whisky takes more than luck and good intentions. This guide explains how to build a custom itinerary that balances legendary courses, distillery visits, travel distances, and downtime. Learn how to pair regions, pace your days, and avoid common mistakes so your Scotland golf and whisky trip feels indulgent, well-designed, and genuinely enjoyable.

Hint: it’s not just the whisky keeping us warm. Let’s get this out of the way: summer in Scotland gets all the glory. The long days, the green hills, the crowds packed into every Highland overlook and whisky tasting room. But if you want to see Scotland exhale a little…while still soaking up the charm, the mist, and the magic…fall is your season. ➡️ Thinking about trading the crowds for castles and cozy drams? Schedule your complimentary consultation to start planning your

Normandy isn’t subtle about its history…with waves crashing along the D-Day beaches, church bells echoing across centuries-old towns, and...

Whiskey travel isn’t just Kentucky and Scotland anymore. These three unexpected destinations reward curious travelers with distinctive pours, strong sense of place, and experiences that feel anything but obvious.

Not every whiskey trip looks the same. Discover which whiskey traveler you are and how your travel style shapes the perfect tasting-focused getaway, from rare bottle hunting to relaxed sipping.