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I grew up in the South and regardless of where I travel my heart stays here! It doesn’t hurt that we have some of the most beautiful towns in the country. Here are three of my personal favorites that are both lovely and interesting! Gatlinburg, Tennessee – Located in the mountains of eastern Tennessee, this […]
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When I was a kid, my family’s vacations were nearly always road trips. Although we would have an eventual destination ( Six Flags, National Parks etc) everything between our house and the destination was spur-of–the-moment. We would all jump in the family station wagon and take off! These days, while I still love a road […]
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While this is a question hotly debated, some are repeatedly mentioned! Everybody has a different idea of beauty, but here are some that have been frequently mentioned to me by clients. -The Bahamas: So many islands (over 700) and so close to the mainland, they have a large following! Let’s face it, it is […]
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There are a number of ways to get a cheaper flight. Some are well-known while others generally are not. Let’s take a look at a few! One of the most established ways to get a cheaper flight is to avoid flying to destinations during their peak travel periods. For example, flights to Europe are more […]
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Although people are now vacationing at all times of year, travel still peaks in the summer. Making wise decisions when packing will go a long way when we find ourselves in those hot (and often humid) locations! Here are a few suggestions: -Cotton is your friend! Especially cotton t-shirts and tanks in light colors! The […]
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Labor Day is often viewed as the demarcation point that officially ends summer travel. That is far from the truth, however. Most of our country will continue to see hot weather for another month or two. Therefore, any type of trip can be a good one. How about the great outdoors? I love Colorado! You […]
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Doesn’t everyone love it when the leaves start turning in the Fall? Combine your love of Fall Foliage with a visit to one of our great National Parks! Shenandoah National Park – While this is not one of our best known National Parks, it IS stunning during Leaf Season! Peak season here is generally from […]
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Lately the news has been full of reports on European heat waves, but cool places do exist! Head to these two cities to cool off! Nuuk, Greenland – For some reason, I have never really thought of Greenland as a European country- but it is! Nuuk is the northernmost capital city in Europe, and with […]
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As of August 18th, Amtrak is reviving its old route between Mobile, Alabama and New Orleans, via the gulf coast of Mississippi. This four hour journey, christened the “Mardi Gras Service” stops in multiple towns on the way and provides a wonderful opportunity for an inexpensive Autumn vacation. From beginning to end, the fare is […]
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Every year the United Nations publishes a list of the happiest countries in the world. They base this on a three year average of each population’s assessment of their quality of life. In 2025, for the eighth year in a row, Finland has ranked #1. Having never been to Finland, I personally have no idea […]
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