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Turks and Caicos are a group of low lying coral islands in the Atlantic Ocean located between the Dominican Republic and the Bahamas. The country is a British Territory and English is the national language. Known for its beautiful beaches and luxury lifestyle, the main island of Providenciales is the location of Grace Bay Beach, […]
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The Caribbean island nation of Jamaica is a lush and beautiful land of mountains, rainforests and beaches. The unique Jamaican vibe has several different roots. There is reggae which you can experience in the Bob Marley and Peter Tosh Museum in Kingston. There is also the renowned cuisine which is loved all over the world. […]
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Galway Galway, on Ireland’s west coast, was named the European Capital of Culture in 2020, and for good reason. It does not look urban but rather like a local town with a Bohemian flair. The cliffs of Moher are what generally brings people to Galway. Yes, they are beautiful and give a real sense of […]
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Doesn’t everybody love Spring? It’s warm, everything is blooming and there is that exquisite shade of green that is seen only in early spring. It is that exact shade that makes me think of Ireland. While Ireland is a small country, there is something there that nearly everyone will enjoy! The tourist destinations are something […]
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Interested in a summer destination where the heat will not sap all your energy? Think about Scotland, a cool green place that nearly everybody will enjoy! Edinburgh, in particular, is a city with plenty to do for all ages. With average summer temperatures in the mid 60’s, this city buzzes with activity! Comedy shows, exhibitions, […]
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When someone mentions the Caribbean, many of us immediately think of the Bahamas. What we normally may not think of, however, are the Out Islands. There are twelve of them- a collection of laid-back secluded islands that encourage us to relax into vacation mode immediately! Hang out on the beach, go fishing or exploring -you’re […]
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While I am not a big-city type gal there are a few I really do like: Denver, Seattle, Santa Fe. And then there is Vancouver. I have been there twice, both times in summer and I loved it. I think my next trip will be a different season–perhaps autumn. So I have been looking around, […]
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It is nearly that time, folks! If you have never seen cherry blossom season in Washington DC, it is definitely time to do so! DC’s Tidal Basin is full of beautiful blooming trees reflecting in the water. It is breath-taking! For those of us on the East Coast it is close enough that we really […]
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River Cruises have become more popular over time for good reasons. The smaller ships have many advantages. Towns are frequently close to rivers (at times the dock is in the town center.) Passengers enjoy being able to immediately start exploring rather than having to take transportation to town. The smaller size of the ship also […]
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Hi folks! Today I want to mention one of my favorite cities: Santa Fe, New Mexico! In addition to its beauty, it also has low humidity and at 7200 ft, the highest elevation of any US capital city! (yes, it is higher than Denver) If you love the outdoors, art, museums and stunning […]
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