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Bucket List Travel
Recently, a close friend boarded a flight from San Diego to New York en route to a meeting in Milan. Shortly into the flight, this very fit guy with no major health issues passed out and collapsed in the aisle. Because…
Farmers Markets
Farmers markets are of the best places to connect with the local lifestyle – something authentic travelers love to do. Luscious red tomatoes, carrots with frilly green tops…and what’s that spikey thing? It’s fun to see what’s grown nearby and…
Library Hotel
“Hey, Elizabeth, my mom’s coming into town and my apartment is too small for her to stay here. Can you suggest a good hotel?”
As I said in Planning a Trip to New York, I rely on locals for…
Planning a Trip to New York
There was a time when I felt overwhelmed by the Big Apple’s options. That was before I learned to rely on the advice of friends and family who live there. Now planning a trip to New York is a…
Alaska Dog Sledding
When we planned our trip to Alaska, I was told we’d be too early for dog sledding, but there were other factors to consider – such as the wedding we were attending – and I had no choice but to…
Name This Beach, Win a Prize
There’s nothing quite as wonderful as a day at the beach. Can you identify this one?
If so, leave a comment below with the name and location of this inviting stretch of sand. The first person with the correct answer will…
Rovos Rail Journey on the Pride of Africa
I’m blessed with friends and family that share my passion for travel, so holiday cards are often replete with descriptions of recent adventures. In 2012, Mary Anne and Joe Curray took the prize (OK, there isn’t actually a prize) with…
Can You ID This Surf Photo?
Just for fun – and a prize – can you ID this surf photo? Tell me where I took this picture and I’ll send you a pressie.
You’ll need to think outside the box for this one. I see surfers…
Winner of the La Jolla Getaway
AND THE WINNER IS…
The randomly selected winner of our La Jolla Getaway is Jenni Prisk.
Congratulations Jenni! We will contact you through the email address you provided when you subscribed, and we hope you and a guest will enjoy your La Jolla…
Driving in India
On the road in Rajasthan – We’ve been in India for over two weeks, during which I’ve patted myself on the back for the things I remembered to pack (layers of clothing and hiking poles, which made it possible to…
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