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Congaree National Park

February 24, 2026

While Congaree NP is not the first park that comes to mind, it is lovely in its own way and  worthy of a visit.  I’ve covered a number of national parks in the southeast -here is yet another one. While different from the previously discussed  Great Smoky Mountains and Shenandoah, it has its own charm. […]

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Interested in Iceland?

February 21, 2026

I will tell you upfront that my only trip to Iceland was a four hour layover between the US and Europe, surrounded by a group of intoxicated English tourists.  I can assure you the next trip will be quite different! Iceland is a dramatic destination with black sand beaches, waterfalls and glaciers.  Reykjavik, the capital […]

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Arkansas

February 20, 2026

I have never had a desire to go to Arkansas.  I have been there exactly once- when I was a road warrior for a large corporation and HAD to go for two days .  I did not consider it a desirable destination and made no effort to test my belief.  I went to the necessary […]

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Haleakala National Park

February 18, 2026

Located on the southeast coast of Maui, this park is centered around a dormant volcano.  The crater is over 10,000 feet above sea level and has what some folks  describe as the most awe-inspiring sunrise in existence.  Go take a look!  Drive to the Visitor Center early in the morning to catch a glimpse of […]

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See the USA!

February 14, 2026

While looking through my posts I quickly noticed that many focus on cruises.  I love cruises and know that many of you do as well.  Enough cruising for now!  I am going to focus on land travel in the US.  It is, after all, my country, and has so much to offer! There are so […]

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Is Cruise Insurance Right For You?

February 13, 2026

You know how excited you are before a cruise – seeing new places and experiencing that great combination of relaxation and exploration?  Once you have finished all your preparations, you get a call from a cruise representative (or even a friend) suggesting that you purchase cruise insurance. Should you?  Let’s take a look at how […]

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Are Cruises Expensive?

February 8, 2026

Cruises are popular and their popularity continues to grow. Instagram, Pinterest  and other platforms have a never-ending array of tempting cruise photos. There are palm tree lined beaches and exotic locales -often with cruise ships in the background. Close to 75% of  international travelers will consider taking their first cruise. The percentage is even higher […]

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Mediterranean Cruise?

February 6, 2026

I have written numerous posts on different aspects of cruising such as   first time cruising, different cruise categories, destinations, cruise lines and more.  While looking through my posts, I noticed I had nothing on Mediterranean cruising.  Today I will change that! Mediterranean cruises are quite popular;  this area of the world has centuries of history […]

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Shenandoah National Park

February 3, 2026

Shenandoah is another of our fantastic National Parks.  Located in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia, it is an area with high peaks, waterfalls, and rolling hills.  Gorgeous in autumn with brilliant foliage, it is also accessible to visit in any season. Make sure you take a drive down Skyline Drive to see all the […]

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Athens!

January 31, 2026

Nearly everyone loves Europe!  The US is such a young country and it is always fascinating to see lands and cultures that have survived for centuries.  It is especially appealing when we can visit them on the inexpensive side! Greece (and Athens specifically) is the perfect place and combines reasonable prices with a multitude of […]

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