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Blooming Where We’re Planted, and A Taste of Honey
We were a busload of older women off on a jaunt on a hot day in July. Departing from a Montreal seniors' center, we rode off to Mirabel, located in the Lower... Read more
Posted on 29 November 2019 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL, VACATION -
A Journey to the Center of the Universe in Ashland, VA
I recently had the opportunity to travel to the far west end of Richmond, Virginia, to an area called Short Pump, so named for a pump that was located at a... Read more
Posted on 25 November 2019 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL, VACATION -
Top 5 Food Experiences in Hong Kong
Hong Kong is a revered foodie destination; home to some of the best street food in the world and some of the most affordable Michelin starred restaurants in... Read more
Posted on 22 November 2019 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL, VACATION -
Transported into the World of Eden: Three Unique and Enjoyable Aspects of One...
Let me hook you on a trip to the Philippines - to Davao City in particular. Imagine the change in feeling from being trapped in one's daily life and the rush an... Read more
Posted on 19 November 2019 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL, VACATION -
MGM Springfield Jump Starts City’s Future by Rejuvenating Its Past
The Industrial Revolution ended long ago in the United States but remnants of its impact are still palpable. Once temples of commerce, many cities bustled with... Read more
Posted on 16 November 2019 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL, VACATION -
Aspen Meadows Resort a Dolce Resort: The World’s Best Biscotti Are In Aspen,...
I'm lucky enough to have lived in Tuscany for several years. During my time in the Chianti region, I consumed hundreds of biscotti made by professional bakers... Read more
Posted on 12 November 2019 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL, VACATION -
Art, Beauty, History, and Cuisine on the English Riviera
Along with my partner, I recently took a short trip down to the English Riviera where I found beauty, history, and the most incredible food! We were lucky with... Read more
Posted on 08 November 2019 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL, VACATION -
How to Research Your Destination Before Your Trip
So you've chosen your destination, and you're counting down the days until you leave for your trip. You're ready for your next step: researching your... Read more
Posted on 04 November 2019 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL, VACATION -
Best Beaches in Halkidiki, Greece
Halkidiki is the "3-finger" peninsula located in the northern part of Greece. Left in the shadow of Greece's famous destinations (Santorini, Corfu), Halkidiki i... Read more
Posted on 31 October 2019 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL, VACATION -
North Dome: A Spectacular Day Hike in Yosemite
In all its moods, in all its seasons, Half Dome remains as young as it was ten thousand years ago. It never seems to age, unlike the rest of us ordinary... Read more
Posted on 25 October 2019 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL, VACATION -
A Piece of Hollywood in the Eastern Sierra
Quentin Tarantino shot there. So did Clint Eastwood, Steve McQueen, Kevin Costner and John Wayne. Robert Downey Jr. went on location there as the Iron Man.... Read more
Posted on 22 October 2019 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL, VACATION -
Cheaper and Comfortable Way to Get to Hat Yai from Northern Malaysia
Hat Yai is a popular food and shopping destination for Malaysian tourists looking for a nice weekend getaway. It is also a gateway for travelers especially... Read more
Posted on 19 October 2019 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL, VACATION -
Why You Should Visit Death Valley in Summer
If the mere thought of visiting the hottest place on earth in summer freaks you out, think again. There are some great reasons to visit Death Valley in July or... Read more
Posted on 16 October 2019 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL, VACATION -
Sunrise at the Grand Canyon
As one might imagine, watching the sunrise at the Grand Canyon, a United Nations-dubbed World Heritage Site, is nothing short of amazing. Coming in at about... Read more
Posted on 13 October 2019 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL, VACATION -
Making the Most out of Your Minneapolis Layover
So you have a long layover at Minneapolis-St. Paul airport? You can do what most people do - take the train over to nearby Mall of America and join the packed... Read more
Posted on 10 October 2019 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL, VACATION -
Fjords of Iceland
Of my 13 trips to Iceland so far, my most memorable one was my first time there, in 2002, when I happened to meet my future wife. At a distant second was our... Read more
Posted on 07 October 2019 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL, VACATION -
Hacks to Fund Your International Adventures
If you've got wanderlust, chances are your travels are going to cost something. But unless you're taking a cruise around the entire globe or visiting Antarctica... Read more
Posted on 01 October 2019 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL, VACATION -
Bum Guns: A Love Story
Pants around my ankles, I can't look away. It's staringat me, a droplet of water slithering slowly down its face. The droplet reaches the bottom, clings, swells... Read more
Posted on 01 October 2019 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL, VACATION -
Dhanushkodi – A Tale of Oceans and Ape Men
Indian Hindu mythology has it that Lord Rama built a bridge some 50 kilometres long connecting India with (now Sri Lanka) off the coast of Tamil Nadu in South... Read more
Posted on 28 September 2019 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL, VACATION -
Your Breakdown of Transportation Options in Cairo
In order to fully explore Cairo, you're going to have to move from one location to another at some point. Don't be overwhelmed! The city offers several differen... Read more
Posted on 25 September 2019 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL, VACATION