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Cruising the Islands of New England

If you have never visited New England, as we hadn’t, a cruise of the area is the best way to visit and really enjoy your trip. And the Islands of New England cruise on the Grande Caribe from Blount Small Ship Adventures is the best cruise to take. One of the most wonderful things about cruising … Continue reading »

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Photo Friday: Fall View of Mt. St. Helens

We actually didn’t see a lot of fall color in Oregon but managed to catch some on a day trip to view Mt. St. Helens. Pin It

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Family Getaway to the Ocean Ritz in Panama City Beach

My goal in life is to be half as cool as my mom is when I am 89. From her, I inherited my height, long legs, and great complexion. Thanks, Mom. She also taught me how to shop for bargains, how to dress nicely no matter what the occasion, and how to be a true lady … Continue reading »

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Photo Friday: Ecola State Park, Oregon

We simply could not get over how beautiful the coast of Oregon was; Ecola State Park near Cannon Beach was especially gorgeous.

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Pirates, Pralines, and Spanish Moss: A Travel Guide to Savannah and Tybee Island, Georgia

So. I wrote a book. Yep. An ebook. It was a lot of work. A whole lot of work. I actually sat for one day at my computer for 14 hours straight. But it’s done. And I’m kinda proud of myself. So maybe you would like to read it? I hope so. It’s all about … Continue reading »

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Tuscan Breeze, Fabulous Destin Vacation Home

Before we booked our most recent beach house, I thought most rental companies were pretty much the same. Some not very organized or easy to reach like the one in Palm Springs who, when we stopped by to pick up our key, were nowhere to be found and had artfully hidden the key in a … Continue reading »

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Photo Friday: Shipwreck at Fort Stevens

We had expected a much more spectacular shipwreck at Fort Stevens near Cannon Beach, Oregon but the rusted framework is all that is left. Pin It

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Photo Friday: Haystack Rock in Cannon Beach, Oregon

We were both absolutely amazed by Haystock Rock in Cannon Beach. Tom got this great panorama shot with his iPhone one afternoon at low tide. Pin It

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Family Getaway to the Amazing Emerald Coast of Florida

If your family is lucky enough to be one of those which has kids starting school after Labor Day, you still have time to plan a trip to the gorgeous Emerald Coast of Florida. And you should immediately do so. The pure sugar white sand and amazing Gulf of Mexico simply can’t be missed. If … Continue reading »

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The Wonderful Hotel Providence

    It was the desk clerk who first made us really, really like the Hotel Providence. We already had an inkling that this was our kind of hotel because it’s a unique, AAA Four Diamond luxury boutique hotel – our favorite type of hotel to visit. The exterior of this historic, downtown landmark was lovely and the lobby … Continue reading »

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