Author Archives: Jan Ross
I Guess That’s Why They Call It The Blues
The next time I’m blue, I swear I’m going to take a picture. No, not that kind of blue. Not the depressed kind. And not the cold kind. I mean quite literally blue. As in all over blue. As in deeply, richly blue as one of the characters on “Avatar.” I have been blue twice … Continue reading
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Haven in the Desert: The Inns at El Rancho Merlita
First, watch this video. Now, let me assure you that yes, it is just like that. The Inns at El Rancho Merlita in Tucson are tucked neatly away in a neighborhood on the outskirts of the city and, once you drive up the driveway that wends through the desert and through the lovely gates, peace … Continue reading
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The Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum in Tucson
When we told our six-year grandson that we were going to Arizona and would probably visit the desert while we were there – at this point, we didn’t realize that most of Arizona is pretty much one big, albeit beautiful desert – he was tremendously excited. “Rattlesnakes live in the desert! You will probably see … Continue reading
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Who, What, When, Where and Why – the Five W’s of a Bargain Beach Vacation
I’m writing this article in a tiny, circa 1920s cottage called Old Love on Tybee Island, Georgia. The hot pink exterior is complemented by the bright turquoise and white interior where lazily turning ceiling fans evoke that special, incomparable beach mood. Mermaid Cottages offers a wide variety of cottages all over the island in different … Continue reading
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Culinary Delights at Deseo in the Westin Kierland Resort and Spa
Have you ever heard the expression “Life is short, eat dessert first”? As I took a bite of the fantastically designed and fabulous tasting dessert at Deseo, I thought possibly I might consider that the next time I am there. Because it was not only delicious, it, like everything else at Deseo, obviously had time … Continue reading
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Spa Day at the Agave Spa at the Westin Kierland Resort and Spa
I told you all about my intense and passionate love affair with the Westin Kierland Resort and Spa and now I’m going to tell you another of the many, many reasons why I fell in love with this place and could easily spend a few more days there. Or a year. The Agave Spa. I … Continue reading
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Yes, It’s a Fabulous Hotel – But is Breakfast Included?
I took a bite of the delicious hot pancakes that had just been delivered to my table at Paulette’s Restaurant in the River Inn of Harbor Town in Memphis, Tennessee. Not only were they cooked to perfection and perfectly wonderful, I also felt pretty smug about my breakfast because it was free. When you stay … Continue reading
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Snorkeling in the Virgin Islands
Strewn like three bright, emerald colored jewels in the Caribbean Sea, the three U.S. Virgin Islands St. John, St. Croix and St.Thomas provide a variety of activities for the tourists who stream off the cruise ships daily. Watersports, shopping for duty-free items, or just lounging around on the beautiful beaches are all possibilities. But we … Continue reading
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Low Country, High Country and Beach: On The Road Again
It all started with lovely, Spanish moss-draped Savannah, Georgia. I read somewhere that the Tall Ships Challenge – a series of races and cruises up the Atlantic coast by huge and beautiful wooden rigged sailing ships – was going to be in Savannah. I don’t know much of anything about ships. I have no idea … Continue reading
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