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Cherry Blossoms!

March 12, 2025

It is nearly that time, folks! If you have never seen cherry blossom season in Washington DC, it is definitely time to do so! DC’s Tidal Basin is full of beautiful blooming trees reflecting in the water. It is breath-taking! For those of us on the East Coast it is close enough that we really […]

River Cruising

March 7, 2025

River Cruises have become more popular over time for good reasons. The smaller ships have many advantages. Towns are frequently close to rivers (at times the dock is in the town center.) Passengers enjoy being able to immediately start exploring rather than having to take transportation to town. The smaller size of the ship also […]

Santa Fe, New Mexico

March 6, 2025

Hi folks! Today I want to mention one of my favorite cities: Santa Fe, New Mexico! In addition to its beauty, it also has low humidity and at 7200 ft, the highest elevation of any US capital city! (yes, it is higher than Denver) If you love the outdoors, art, museums and stunning […]

Bermuda

March 5, 2025

Located around 600 miles off the coast of NC, it is a wonderful retreat any time of year. Take a flight in the morning and tee off in the afternoon! Head to Horseshoe Bay and enjoy all it has to offer, including the pink sand and turquoise water! With temperatures in the 75 -85 range, […]

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

February 26, 2025

Have you ever looked at a picture marked as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and wondered what that meant? Over 1,223 places in the world have been chosen by UNESCO due to their cultural and/or natural properties. You know some of them: Yellowstone, Stonehenge, the Great Wall of China, Machu Pichu are all well known. […]

Rail Travel!

February 19, 2025

There is nothing like traveling by rail! What makes it so much fun? Planes will get you there and they are faster. Trains are slower but they are more about the journey than the destination! They are the very definition of slow travel – sit back and watch the world go by. Quite often, the […]

All-inclusive Resorts!

February 13, 2025

Have you ever thought about visiting an all-inclusive resort? They are great vacations for people whose primary vacation goal is to relax and take it easy. They generally include accommodations, all meals, a variety of drinks (including alcohol) and access to activities and entertainment. Some of them include plane fare as well. One thing many […]

Jekyll Island, Georgia

February 10, 2025

Sometimes a vacation requires a passport and a plane ticket and sometimes all it needs is your driver’s license and a car. This is the latter type! Jekyll Island, Georgia! Somewhat underrated, Jekyll Island is known for its beaches and nature. There is never a bad time to go but fall and winter are especially […]

Glacier National Park!

February 9, 2025

Visiting our national parks is a journey into our history. 63 different parks located in 30 different states, there are parks that can be explored during all 4 Seasons. Today I will focus on Glacier National Park in Montana with its stunning landscapes and vistas. Located in northwest Montana, it has mountains, lots of wildlife […]

Overwater Bungalows in the Caribbean!

February 5, 2025

Those who have stayed in them (I haven’t!) love them! Unfortunately, most are not located in this part of the world. The Maldives,for instance, are famous for them. Fortunately, we do have a few in the Caribbean and they are also all-inclusive! Here are a few you may enjoy! Jamaica- Situated in Montego Bay, Jamaica, […]

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