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Barbados

January 22, 2026

The coral island Barbados is located in the eastern Caribbean.  Yes, it has white powder beaches, fantastic snorkeling or scuba diving (where you are likely to see a shipwreck).  If you are interested in water sports, head to the south coast  where you can kayak, go deep sea fishing or look for those shipwrecks. If […]

Great Smoky Mountains National Park

January 20, 2026

Despite the challenges of the past year, our National Parks continue to increase in popularity due to their beauty and unique charm.  They also tend to be light on the wallet- a plus for nearly everyone!  It has been awhile since I have written about our parks and today I am going to remedy that!  […]

Peru’s Amazon

January 18, 2026

When folks speak of Peru, their first thought is generally Machu Picchu.  I have never been there but I have been assured that it is worth it.  Another Peruvian location you may want to visit is the Peruvian Amazon.  Combine it with a Machu Picchu visit or take it as a solo trip.  Either way […]

Back-to-Back Cruises -You’re Going to Like This!

January 15, 2026

One of the most recent trends in travel is an upswing in back-to-back cruises.  If you love cruising, read on!  Discover one of the newest and most interesting changes in the travel industry! What do you do at the end of a cruise?  If you are like many travelers, your rush for the airport- a […]

The Great White North!

January 13, 2026

Do you like cold weather vacations?  How about otherworldly quiet, adventure, and extraordinary wildlife all wrapped in a pristine environment?  If this sounds like you, I may have the vacation you have been looking for! Nunavut, Canada, the country’s northernmost territory, is a gigantic winter wonderland..  This arctic region actually covers a fifth of the entire […]

Scenic European Train Rides

January 10, 2026

Train travel  continues to grow in popularity and why not? You can find rail excursions in nearly every price range from basic to ultra-luxurious and everywhere in between.  Frankly, even the more basic excursions are quite nice.   Rail outings are increasing on all continents but especially in Europe and the US.  I have written […]

Chena Hot Springs

January 9, 2026

Millions of folks visit Alaska each year- they come on cruise ships and they come by land, they  ride trains and they explore Denali.  They also come for the Northern Lights and visits to  Chena Hot Springs– two goals that can be intertwined.   The hot springs are composed of a variety of minerals including aluminum, […]

The Enchanted Circle Scenic Byway

January 8, 2026

I have written about New Mexico several times, reporting on both Santa Fe and Taos.  My husband and I love these cities and consider New Mexico one of our favorite states!  There is, however, more to this state than a few cities (although they are absolutely fabulous!  The next time you visit NM, take a […]

Wildlife Tours (Galapagos Edition)

January 4, 2026

Let’s say you are familiar with cruising and have experienced some of the following destinations: the Caribbean ,Alaska, Europe.  Perhaps Hawaii, Australia and Asia as well.  You are looking for something beyond the ocean and river cruises you are familiar with. Enter the world of Expedition Cruising.  These tours are one of the fastest growing […]

Searching US Citizens at our Border?

January 2, 2026

I usually avoid writing about topics  considered political but I’m making an exception with this.  After seeing an article on border searches  in the NYT, I looked around and found that electronic devices can be searched on either entry or exit to the US.  This applies to citizens and green card holders as well as […]

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