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December 22, 2015
Now that winter is upon us and an end to the frenzy of the holidays in sight, visions of escape routes to warmer climates are starting to dance in our heads. Coastal escapes and beach towns along the southern Atlantic seaboard are offering off-season rates and special weekend packages making their charming destinations and temperate […]
October 13, 2015
Stretching out 120 miles from Miami to the southernmost tip of Florida, the Florida Keys are arguable the best vacation destination in the contiguous United States. The “Keys” are known for the “old Florida” vibe, shimmering tropical beaches, fishing, boating, snorkeling, and scuba diving. The southernmost city of Key West is famous for Duval Street’s […]
August 30, 2015
With autumn approaching, it’s the best time to visit the Death Valley attractions, where the temperatures can be extreme, to say the least. The highest temperature in the entire world was recorded at Furnace Creek at 134°F in 1913. Even autumn can see very warm temperatures, but as long as you are prepared, Death Valley […]
August 27, 2015
I can say hands-down that the very best thing I did on my Panama City Beach girl’s getaway was fly with the girls on Panama City Beach helicopter rides. And by girls, I don’t mean just me and the other female passenger, Donna. Our “bird” was a Robinson R44 Clipper II, a very popular 4-seater […]
August 19, 2015
The Mediterranean. It’s blue. It’s famous. It’s coooold. Think you might like to snorkel in these frigid waters off the eastern coast of Spain? You would if you knew about the beautiful Mediterranean underworld of the Medes Islands. In the Baix Empordà, off the coast of Catalonia Spain, is a unique archipelago made up of […]
August 19, 2015
They sit shimmering in the Adriatic Sea off the coast of Croatia, mostly unknown to American tourists. Island hopping around these undiscovered gems onboard a small ship cruise is discovering paradise, over and over again. Bustling marinas, medieval town squares, sapphire, and turquoise beaches, boutique hotels, al fresco dining, and chic bars are all part […]
December 28, 2014
There are so many unique things to explore in Panama. The Panama Canal is considered by many to be the greatest engineering feat of the last century and the perfect example of human initiative and courage. So what better time to visit the Panama Canal and explore this technological wonder than during the year of […]
November 19, 2014
“This must be one of the most beautiful views in the world,” I suggested to my brother, Steve. I stood precariously on a precipice taking in the iconic view of Table Bay and the Mother City – Cape Town, South Africa. I walked just a few steps to the other side of the abyss and […]
April 23, 2014
Sailing is fun, but racing? Even better! And what better place to experience the thrill of speeding through the warm turquoise Caribbean ocean off the island of St. Maarten with the strong trade winds at your back. As part of my Carnival cruise excursion, I was not just a passenger on board one of the […]
April 21, 2014
It took me a while to book my first cruise. I was concerned that I would be “bored on board” or that I wouldn’t have enough time in port. Having now cruised on three different Carnival ships within the last six months, I needn’t have worried. Whether traveling with girlfriends, a sweetie, or solo, I […]