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in Travel & DestinationsThe Disney Dilemma or, Does It Really Matter Which of the Beasts’ Heads You Feed?
My wife Lacey and I experienced Walt Disney World for the first time in September of 2012 as part of our honeymoon. Being the humble Disney aficionados we were (and are), and having been Disneyland pass holders at the time, we had very high expectations. Thankfully, we loved it as much we’d hoped we would […] More
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in Travel & DestinationsVisiting Key West and the Hemingway House
Ports of call on the annual Flower Power Cruise, 2016 included a stop in Key West off the Florida coast. Being only four miles long, it is easily walkable, so we set out on a self-guided tour of the area. Our time was limited, but we did manage to see a lot in the few hours […] More
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in Activities During Isolation, Travel & DestinationsGetting Away To Seabrook, Washington
When we drove into Seabrook, Washington, I thought I was driving right into Magnolia Homes or a city designed by Joanna Gaines herself. The architecture and craftsmanship of the town screamed modern cottage meets coastal simplicity. The colors and design of each street and collective of homes played off each other in a fresh and […] More
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in Travel & DestinationsFalling For the Gold Ring Scam in Paris
Riding the elevator to the top of the Eiffel Tower, you can’t help but notice the signs posted in numerous languages warning of pickpockets. More
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in Travel & DestinationsI Found Some Sasquatch
At the City Park in North Bonneville, Washington, I spotted a family of five Big and Little Feet plus more little feet frolicking in the trees. You know that Bigfoot is another name for the elusive Sasquatch, right? There are actually more than 150 names for this mysterious hominid. More
The Bike in a Tree: Fact or Fiction
Is there actually a bike growing into a tree on Vashon Island, Washington? More
Chasing the Sun: From Melbourne to Cairns via the Road Less Traveled
Just as humpback whales migrate from Antarctica to warmer waters for the winter, many travelers in Australia choose to wave goodbye to the crisp, wet climates of the south and enjoy winter in the tropics, where bikinis and thongs are fashion staples year-round. You can reach the tropical paradise of Far North Queensland in an […] More
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in Travel & DestinationsTour Olympia and Thurston County, One Selfie at a Time
“Selfies” are a fun way to capture memories of an adventure with your friends. On a day trip to Olympia and Thurston Country with my two friends, blogger Gwyn Nielsen, and photographer Jennifer Bowen we decided to use the Selfie Tour of Olympia as a guide on what to see in the area. More
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in Travel & DestinationsHave a Howling Good Time at the Great Wolf Lodge
Bring your family to Great Wolf Lodge in Grand Mound, Washington or to any of their other 18 locations, also bring enough energy to keep up with your kids! More
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in Travel & DestinationsPlanning For Long Haul Air Travel With Your Furry Friends
Figuring out how to travel with pets internationally can be easy though with some homework done ahead of time. Read on for some tips and steps to have your pet with you every step of the way. More
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in Society & CultureGorillas Rising From Volcanoes’ Ashes Like a Phoenix – The Death Defying Struggle Against Extinction
Gorilla’s living in the Virunga mountain range are threatened not only by poachers but by Africa’s most active volcanos More
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in Travel & DestinationsA Whole Lotta Blues and History – Wandering in Memphis
Music, history, and great food – exploring Memphis, Tennessee! More