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Croatia

June 18, 2025

I have never been to Eastern Europe – and I plan on changing that!  The thing about traveling in this part of Europe is that it is considerably less expensive.  This even holds true with Croatia despite its well-deserved popularity.   If  you are yearning for another trip to Italy, you may enjoy a visit […]

Aruba!

June 16, 2025

Aruba, nicknamed the “one happy island”  is the A in the ABC Islands.  It is also a wonderful destination for couples or families.  With a fantastic climate (80’s all year!) and 12 month availability (located OUTSIDE of the Caribbean Hurricane Zone) you can plan your vacation anytime!  There are numerous direct flights from the US […]

Petrified Forest National Park

June 14, 2025

This unique park is perfect for those interested in science or history.   Families with curious kids will also enjoy it here.  While the landscape itself is interesting-a wind swept  painted desert that can look a bit otherworldly, the park is more about education than it is about  unusual topography or stunning vistas.   Located in […]

What Makes a Place Magical?

June 13, 2025

Have you ever visited a place that seemed magical to you?  What qualities made it seem that way?  Was it mysterious, secluded, spiritual or even spooky?  Was it unusual in certain ways that made it stand out to you? I have visited two magical places in my life-  Savannah, Georgia and Costa Rica.  Each is […]

Atlanta!

June 11, 2025

Atlanta is a great city, y’all!  Despite the fact that I have been going there since I was a child (I have relatives there) I have never written about the city.   I am going to correct that right now! There is so much history in Atlanta!  It was burned to the ground during the […]

Pantelleria, Italy

June 10, 2025

If  you’re in Italy and looking for somewhere a bit off the beaten path,  you may want to consider Pantelleria, a volcanic island located between Sicily and Tunisia.  Reach it via ferry or a short flight from Palermo or Trapani.  This island has a look quite different from Italy- in fact it is reminiscent of […]

Albuquerque Balloon Festival!

June 9, 2025

I love New Mexico- I find it stunning  in a way very different from my North Carolina home.(which is also gorgeous!)  Generally, when I think of NM-one of two pictures pops into my mind.  First, there is Santa Fe, which is one of my favorite cities in the country. Secondly, there is Albuquerque, home of […]

Alaska Railroad

June 8, 2025

Alaska is a huge state and not as easily traveled as the lower 48.  This train is all about relaxing and taking in the beautiful views. The varied landscape, with mountains and gorges in the north and wilderness and ice in the south, can be viewed easily in this not-built-for -speed train.  It is a […]

Yosemite National Park

June 6, 2025

By June, the Yosemite Valley is warm and verdant and wildflowers are blooming everywhere! Like all National Parks, Yosemite provides a look at a place that is both unique and quintessentially American. Fly into Fresno Yosemite International Airport, located 65 miles from the park and rent a car.  Yosemite provides a wide variety of lodging […]

San Antonio, Texas-great family destination!

June 4, 2025

To me, San Antonio ties with Austin as the best city in the state!  Those who travel with young kids (or grandkids!) knows that the way to have a fantastic trip is to keep the kids happy and entertained.  San Antonio does this very, very well.  Here is a rundown of a few places they […]

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