Monthly Archives: June 2015

In the Plans

Too bad China isn’t a smaller country….means that I have to take multiple trips in order to see it all.  I guess foreign visitors must feel that way about the USA!  I’ve been to Beijing about as many times as … Continue reading

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The Risk Averse Factor

I used to write for an on-line site whose publisher considered this one of the most important factors when describing a site or activities. While this term usually applies to finance or economics I understood why travelers might consider it … Continue reading

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Where to Go Next?

This game I’m playing that involves flying as many miles as possible for the least amount of money, combined with trying to get to 5 new countries every year can get complicated. First of all, going to Europe in the … Continue reading

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Grounded Due to Doggy Payback

I don’t think my dog would survive in a kennel so I always leave her with friends or family when I travel. This works well, except they want me to take care of their dog or dogs when they leave. … Continue reading

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The Ultimate Staycation

It’s a good thing I’m not a “vacation” type, otherwise I’d probably never leave home. I travel to experience something new, taste something different, and to meet up with those offering new perspectives. This weekend, however, since I had company, … Continue reading

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Truly a Traveler’s Gem

Vietnam is a country rich with varied cultural experiences for the traveler from sites to food.  I first visited the south years ago and was amazed mostly with the method of crossing the street through incredible traffic…..the secret, of course, is … Continue reading

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Oceana, Might Only Happen in my Dreams

For someone collecting countries the island nations prove to be the most difficult, especially if one doesn’t cruise.  There are 30 that I have yet to visit.  I met a couple who not only found themselves on one of the … Continue reading

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