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Looking for a hot October?

August 26, 2025

In the Northern Hemisphere, October is associated with cooler temperatures, brightly colored leaves, the ubiquitous pumpkin spice, and Halloween.  Yet there are plenty of locations that remain quite warm throughout Autumn.  In the US, these places are predominantly in the south and west.  There are some great European locations as well.  Let’s take a look […]

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 Places Best Traveled by Cruise?

August 25, 2025

Many people assume that land-based trips are best if you are looking for a more in-depth exploration of a location, and many in cases that is true.  There are some exceptions to this, however, as certain locations are much easier and enjoyable if done by cruise.  One often offered as an example is the Caribbean, […]

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Florida Keys Scenic Byway!

August 22, 2025

Get your motor running!  The Florida Keys Scenic Byway is the perfect road trip!  While it is a great excursion any time of year, it is especially enjoyable in the fall and winter, when pleasant temperatures and smaller crowds are the norm   Expect scenic ocean views and a multitude of bridges, including The Seven […]

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Cruises and Hurricanes

August 21, 2025

As a travel advisor, I enjoyed planning all types of travel but especially enjoyed booking cruises!  Part of this is due to personal fondness for this method of travel, I find them both relaxing and invigorating – a combination not always found together. I enjoy helping people find the perfect destination as well as discover […]

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Dominican Republic Affordable All-inclusives!

August 20, 2025

The Dominican Republic is the most visited country in the Caribbean.  There are a number of reasons for this including its beautiful and varied geography – it boasts the tallest mountain and the largest lake in the Caribbean.  Within the country, Punta Cana is the number one destination.  It has wonderful beaches and fantastic all-inclusive […]

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Autumn in Wrightsville Beach, NC

August 19, 2025

Right now, the southeast coast of the US is under a hurricane advisory and some beaches have closed.  It is a bit early in the year for this, but experience tells me it will pass and the beaches will once again be warm and inviting! We are coming up on Autumn and there is one […]

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Feeling Spooked?

August 18, 2025

Have you ever been to a place that made you feel slightly spooked? Not full-blown frightened but just a bit uneasy?  We all know of places, perhaps even in our own town, that have a reputation of being haunted.  Some folks enjoy visiting places known for being eerie; if you are of that group you […]

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No Camping, Baby!

August 15, 2025

 I was never a big fan of camping as a child, although my family did it occasionally. As a young adult, I was always the one voting for the hotel over the tent. I frequently lost that argument and spent my time in a tent dreaming of plush mattresses and room service!  At this point […]

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GEORGIA On Your Mind?

August 12, 2025

Not the home of Atlanta but  the home of Tbilisi, this former Soviet country located between Russia and Turkey is getting good press as an up-and-coming destination!  They are known for their incredible hospitality and also as the location of unique and authentic experiences.  Here are a few examples: Stay in a 1000 year old […]

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The Crooked Road!

August 10, 2025

I recently discovered this extraordinary 330 mile car ride that explores the culture, history and especially music of the southwest Virginia mountains!  If you are a fan of old-time music-bluegrass, traditional, country – this may well be something you will want to explore.  I know we are going to!  The Crooked Road starts in Rocky […]

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