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Public Transportation – European Edition

May 17, 2026

When you are planning an international trip, what do you look at first?  Airfare?  hotel/lodging? Site-seeing plans?  When my husband and I failed to take a good  look beforehand, public transportation  provided a great service!. Public transportation can and often does make a huge difference.  Many folks opt for a car rental-after all a car […]

Rainmakers?

March 22, 2026

I am beginning to believe that I have a weird power when it comes to weather!  No, I cannot bend it to suit my whims, but somebody (or something!) rejoices when I am rained on. Not the snow, not the heat, not the wind.   RAIN. When Arnold and I took a train trip through […]

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 […]

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 […]

More All-Inclusives!

December 8, 2025

Still thinking about All-Inclusive Resorts? Here are two more to look at!  Tis’ the season, folks- cold and dreary in much of the US.  Warm and sunny may be what you are looking for! Calabash Cove Calabash Cove, located in Saint Lucia, prides itself on its differences.  A small, boutique resort with no disco, loud […]

Are All-inclusive Resorts for you?

December 7, 2025

What makes a perfect vacation for you?  If your plans include a heavy dose of relaxation,  all-inclusive resorts  may be just the thing for you. They are all about relaxation.  Sit by the pool with a book and a drink and feel the tension melt away.  Be at ease, everything is paid for; not just […]

Dark Skies in the UK

November 26, 2025

I have to confess that I only recently heard the term  “Dark Sky”  . It is exactly what it sounds like – a place where the night sky is dark and free of light pollution.  Go there to see earth’s wonders – the stars dancing across the sky.   You may also see the Northern […]

Arctic Adventure in Greenland

November 23, 2025

Are you a “coolcation” traveler?   An increasing number of tourists are heading for polar areas all year around.  The Arctic area is the northernmost of the five major circles of latitude. Yes, you may go look that up!    Adventurers who visit this area often say  of it  unlike anything they have seen before.  […]

Bahamas Part 2

November 21, 2025

To some, the Caribbean means the Bahamas.  Known for its bright blue waters, pink and white sand beaches and island vibe, it is a stunning escape for divers and hikers as well as  families, couples and friend groups of all types. There are caves to explore , blue holes to dive into. Throughout the islands […]

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