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There’s No More Room!
There was a time when I would have packed the heels and left the down jacket behind. However, I’ve learned a few things over the years and have wised up just a bit. For example, I am going on a … Continue reading
A Quick Visit to Central Oregon
First of all, I stayed in two incredible hotels. The first night was in Redmond at a place called SPC, or Soul, Community, Planet. It is marketed as Holistic Hospitality. And they offer “next-level wellness amenities, close proximity to natural … Continue reading
Crater Lake, Oregon in the Spring Time
Snow, snow and more snow. While visiting in the last week of May, I was surprised to hear that I probably would not get access to the lake shore before July. It was still a beautiful site to behold. The … Continue reading
Anticipating the Arctic Circle
I”ve never been this far North and realize that I may be one of the last generations to experience this land.The Smithsonian Institute is joining forces with the French shipping line, Le Ponant, to provide the comfort and education for … Continue reading
Travelling Just to Travel
Many years passed since I’ve visited New York City, at least 15. Walking through favorite neighborhoods along with the new icons were beckoning. And a note to anyone who plans on going soon: every place I went I had to … Continue reading
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Tagged 911 Museum, Beekman Hotel, Marathon, New York City, Summit One, TWA hotel
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Deluxe Nights in French Chateaux
Backroads Adventure Travel offers premiere inns on some of their trips. The upgrade is worth it. My dream vocation would be to scout out these places around the world. I’ve done six trips with them so far and I’ve yet … Continue reading
Don’t Let Anxiety Spoil Your Adventure
One has to work hard to have fun while traveling due to stress caused by the Covid pandemic. Preparation now includes having a back-up plan, making sure you have refundable hotels and airfare, and having properly done your research. The … Continue reading
Biking with Backroads
I do not own a bicycle and have not ridden one for over three years. However, due to a long layoff from travel due to Covid, I was intrigued by my sister and her husband’s plan to ride along the … Continue reading
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Tagged Backroads Adventure Travel, Covid-19, Cycling in France, great guides, Loire Valley
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Frenzy and Fireworks on the Fourth
After months of relative quiet the San Diego beaches were awash with crowds and craziness. Adorned in our red, white and blue, my daughter and I decided to observe the celebration while hopefully avoiding the virus, skateboards, bikes and being … Continue reading
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