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Author Archives: Jan Ross

Carson Ridge Luxury Cabins, Carson, Washington

Posted on May 4, 2015 by Jan Ross

Whenever anyone describes a location as very nice but “not really luxurious,” I immediately lose interest. I like things to be luxurious. In fact, I love luxurious things. Bring on the luxury! This is absolutely not a problem with the completely fabulous Carson Ridge Luxury Cabins in the beautiful, wild Columbia River Gorge National Scenic … Continue reading »

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Photo Friday: Gulls on a Wire on the Lady Jane Shrimp Boat

Posted on May 1, 2015 by Jan Ross

I got this shot of the gulls eagerly awaiting a snack of seafood from the Lady Jane Shrimp Boat. Pin It

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Four Winds Casino Resort

Posted on April 28, 2015 by Jan Ross

Even though the Four Winds Casino Resort is absolutely lovely in every way, we were really just thrilled to arrive at any location after braving the icy, snowy roads on the way to New Buffalo, Michigan. I’m a Southern girl used to driving on Southern roads where we only very occasionally have to worry about … Continue reading »

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Photo Friday: Sunset on St. Simons Island

Posted on April 24, 2015 by Jan Ross

St. Simons Island, Georgia is truly a lovely place – especially on the beach at sunset!

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A Foodie’s Introduction to Portland, Maine with Maine Foodie Tours

Posted on April 23, 2015 by Jan Ross

Portland, Maine was definitely not putting her best foot forward when we visited on a gray, rainy day in the fall. Our hopes for a lovely culinary walking tour were dashed by the icy, driving rain but being the penultimate foodies that we are, we persevered. We were in town for the day on a cruise … Continue reading »

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Wilderness Wildlife Week in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee

Posted on April 20, 2015 by Jan Ross

Pigeon Forge, Tennessee is tucked away at the base of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, one of the most visited national parks in the United States, and is a great place for a family getaway with tons of activities for all ages. We were in town to check out Wilderness Wildlife Week, an annual … Continue reading »

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Photo Friday: Spanish Moss in Forsyth Park

Posted on April 17, 2015 by Jan Ross

I got this shot of some live oaks with Spanish moss in Forsyth Park while staying at the Forsyth Park Inn in Savannah. Savannah is one of my favorite places – I even wrote a book about it!

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The Ultimate Cabin Experience at Eagles Ridge Resort

Posted on April 15, 2015 by Jan Ross

Although I am the ultimate beach fan, Tom is a big fan of cabins so I try to compromise sometimes and find him a mountain cabin. This is a pretty easy proposition in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee where I think the cabins must outnumber the residents of this mountain town located near the entrance to the … Continue reading »

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Photo Friday: Bighorn Sheep in Hell’s Canyon

Posted on April 10, 2015 by Jan Ross

Tom got this shot of a bighorn sheep casually drinking water as we jetboated through Hell’s Canyon. Pin It

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The Best New Way to Book a Hotel: Yonderbound

Posted on April 10, 2015 by Jan Ross

Because our careers are now writing and photographing travel destinations, we spend a lot of time in a variety of accommodations. A comfortable, clean, and preferably unique and interesting location to stay is very important to us. So, when we make plans for a trip, we always read online reviews and try to find the … Continue reading »

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