FX Excursions

FX Excursions offers the chance for once-in-a-lifetime experiences in destinations around the world.

Marlene Goldman

Marlene Goldman is an award-winning San Francisco-based freelance writer focusing for more than 25 years on travel, sustainability and wellness. She writes for a variety of publications including San Francisco Chronicle, Corporate & Incentive Travel and Trade Show Executive and has contributed to BBC Travel and Prevue, among other outlets. Goldman has traversed all seven continents, often with trekking gear in tow, reaching the heights of everywhere from K2 base camp in Pakistan to Tanzania’s Mt. Kilimanjaro. When she isn’t traveling or writing, she is teaching yoga. 


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April/May 2023
May 29, 2023

Berlin Abounds with Nightclubs, Bars, Theaters and Beer Gardens

Truly the city that never sleeps, Berlin’s nightlife scene proves more marathon than sprint. Nightclubs don’t start thumping until well after midnight, and Berliners wait until the wee hours to hit the dance floor. For an earlier start, the German capital boasts more than 40 theaters and stages, while its bar scene also impresses with its depth and variety.

Discover the Pristine Beauty of the Sporades Islands

Nestled in the northwest Aegean Sea, the Sporades Islands are a hidden gem of Greece, offering breathtaking natural beauty and unique experiences for every traveler. Comprised of four main islands — Skiathos, Skopelos, Alonissos and Skyros — this island cluster is renowned for its lush pine forests, crystal-clear waters and idyllic beaches.

March 2023
Mar 9, 2023

Take a Spiritual Journey Among Bagan’s Abundant Ancient Temples

The golden edge of light peeking through a groggy layer of fog was a clear sign I needed to quickly secure a sunrise spot. I was one in a long line of tourists making the steep ascent of the five-tiered Shwesandaw Pagoda for an early-morning view over Bagan.