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My husband and I will be riding the rails through Switzerland and Italy in 2027. Although we have not made final plans, I am doing a bit of research in anticipation! There is nothing like the combination of trains and beautiful mountains, right? Switzerland is a tiny country, smaller than West Virginia in fact. Despite its […]
As mentioned in my recent post, solo travel continues to expand to encompass a varied group of travelers. The cruise industry knows this and continues to expand their offerings.. While you can take a solo cruise on any line, many companies are specifically interested in these singles. In fact some cater specifically to solo guests. […]
I grew up in the southeast and to me the beach was the Atlantic Ocean-about 120 miles from my house. My family’s annual trip to Wrightsville Beach in southeastern NC was eagerly anticipated. We would usually rent a cottage and settle in for a week or so of fun (for us kids!) and relaxation (for […]
Officially known as aerophobia, fear of flying is a very real concern for millions of people. I am one of them. It does not keep me from flying but I do look for alternatives. I would prefer driving, taking a train, or any method that avoids a flight. I do love travel however and at […]
It’s been a few years since we have been to Chicago. On our last visit we attended my husband’s family reunion. Since his family is spread all over the country Chicago was selected as a compromise. Once the reunion ended, we decided to stay around awhile and explore the city. It was summer, the weather was […]
I love traveling! Since retiring, my husband and I have taken a number of fascinating trips. While I enjoy the trip itself, I also like seeing new and interesting places with him. I am not sure I would appreciate it as much if I traveled alone. I could surprise myself though- I have known other […]
Getting ready for a trip can be time consuming, right? I know I often feel rushed and do not relax until I am onboard with my seatbelt buckled. An extra delay in the process is the last thing I want. Unfortunately, for some there is a hold-up that is both unwanted and unexpected – courtesy of […]
I have written rather extensively on our National Parks. Looking back on some of my posts, I noticed that I have never written about what makes the entire park system exceptional and worthwhile for anybody to visit. Located all over the country, there is likely to be one of these national wonders convenient to you. […]
When I think of Canada it is primarily about its western coast or of the Canadian Rockies. Vancouver, located on the coast, is one my favorite large cities. Lots of things to do! It is walkable and has top-notch restaurants. It is also the embarkation point for numerous cruises and rail journeys. If you are […]
I’ve written (rather extensively!) about both Amtrak and the Rocky Mountaineer. Specifically, I’ve described why I love them and why I would recommend them to anyone looking for a great rail experience. I have never traveled VIA nor have I posted about it. Today I am going to change that. For lack of better portrayal […]
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