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Tagged With: Jan Ross travel blog

Photo Friday: Bellingrath Gardens, Mobile, Alabama

Posted on May 31, 2013 by Jan Ross

We visited Bellingrath Gardens in the springtime and the incredible proliferation and variety of flowers is wonderful. Tom got this reflection photo which shows how truly amazing the garden can be. Pin It

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The Lovely Mayflower Park Hotel in Seattle

Posted on May 27, 2013 by Jan Ross

We had packed, gathered up our luggage, and were heading out the door of our suite when Tom pointed to another door in the entrance hallway that was ajar for the first time during our stay and said “Uh. Is that another bathroom”? You all. We had just spent two days in our lovely suite at the … Continue reading »

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Photo Friday: Taliesin West, Arizona

Posted on May 23, 2013 by Jan Ross

Frank Lloyd Wright’s winter home in Arizona is an amazing place and I love the way Tom caught the two triangles in this picture of the house and pool. Pin It

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Can’t Miss Dining at Filini Bar and Restaurant in Chicago

Posted on May 20, 2013 by Jan Ross

  Dinner at Filini by janross53 I scooped up a fork full of the delicious looking ravioli on my plate at Filini and took a bite. And decided that it was the best tasting ravioli I had ever eaten in my entire life. It was just that good. We were staying overnight at the incomparable Radisson … Continue reading »

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Photo Friday: Pirate Wenches on Tybee Island, Georgia

Posted on May 16, 2013 by Jan Ross

Last fall, we went to the annual Tybee Island, Georgia Pirate Fest and had a ball. Just about everyone on the small island got into the pirate spirit and we saw lots of people dressed up. Three scurvy wenches caught Tom’s photographer eye.  

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Seattle Hostels: Not Just for Backpackers Anymore

Posted on May 15, 2013 by Jan Ross

      After I had already arranged our recent stay in Seattle with two lovely area hotels, I found some information about hostels on Hostelbookers for hostels which are available in Seattle and was immediately intrigued. Although booking a hostel did not work out on this trip, I am seriously considering a hostel stay in … Continue reading »

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Luxury Yacht Cruising with Un-Cruise Adventures in British Columbia

Posted on May 13, 2013 by Jan Ross

Lounging on the Safari Quest Yacht by janross53 I curled up on the comfy couch, tucking my feet under me and spreading the warm throw over my knees. I could have been at home, comfortably reading, except for the fact that I could glance up and through the large windows to see dark green water and … Continue reading »

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5 Best Getaways for Mother’s Day

Posted on May 11, 2013 by Jan Ross

Planning a special getaway for that special mom this year? Check out these ideas for some fabulous locations—and have a great trip! Best Cruise Destination: Bermuda Cruise ships visit this lovely, temperate island in the Atlantic and stay for several days, giving you a chance to really experience the pink sand beaches and fabulous shopping. … Continue reading »

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Photo Friday: Fort Pulaski, Tybee Island, Georgia

Posted on May 10, 2013 by Jan Ross

We spent an afternoon at Fort Pulaski and I love the angles in this photo Tom took. Pin It

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Killer Whales Hunting a Sea-Lion

Posted on May 5, 2013 by Jan Ross

    We saw the sea lions first. Lazily lounging on a rock outcropping in the Strait of Georgia which is a part of the Salish Sea running through British Columbia, they were enjoying the warm, spring sun and seemed to have not a care in the world. Many were sound asleep. Those that were awake … Continue reading »

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