Monthly Archives: June 2015

In the Plans

Posted on June 29, 2015 by

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

Posted on June 22, 2015 by

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?

Posted on June 18, 2015 by

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

Posted on June 15, 2015 by

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

Posted on June 9, 2015 by

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

Posted on June 5, 2015 by

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

Posted on June 2, 2015 by

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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