ADVENTURES
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The Resort Town of Grado, Italy~Everything you need to know
Isola del Sole…. That’s what the Italians call this charming little corner in the north part of the country. It means Island of the sun and it suits Grado perfectly. While it might not be a place you’ve ever heard of, Grado is actually a well known tourist destination for Italians and a popular beach vacation for the Austrians. When I was a child living in Italy, we came here often, to visit family, go out for lunch, or simply enjoy a day at the beach. Grado Pineta was our preferred spot, as it was free to enter, not as busy as the main beach, and it offered plenty of…
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Emerald Lake~A Magical Morning in British Columbia
Want to be left speechless and in awe of the incredible natural beauty we have been blessed with, here in Canada? Head to Emerald Lake! It’s located inside Yoho National Park, in British Columbia and I promise you it will not disappoint. Tucked inside the Canadian Rockies, this easy to reach gem might just be the most beautiful lake I have ever seen. It’s actually very close to the provincial border with Alberta. The better known and much more popular (aka busy) Lake Louise and Moraine Lake are only a half hour away. So if you are planning a visit to those two lakes, I urge you to give yourself…
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One Epic Day In Sydney Australia
Australia, the land down under… It sat at the very top of my bucket list for over 30 years, probably even more. In fact when I first started working for the airlines, it was the number one place I dreamed of travelling to. I had plans of going the moment that I passed probation and got my travel passes. But somehow I just kept putting it off and the years passed…too quickly I might add. The problem was that I had visions of a grand, cross country, see it all adventure. You know what I mean, the kind that requires lots of planning, a slew of extra vacation days and…
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A Must See in Bangkok: The Reclining Buddha and Temples at Wat Pho
Travelling to Thailand has been a dream of mine for a very long time. Many friends and colleagues have taken trips. They returned raving about islands like Phuket and Koh Samui, sharing tales of stunning beaches, delicious food and beautiful people. Of course I wanted to go! So when the opportunity arose to take a cruise with a stop in Thailand I jumped at the chance to get a smidgen of a taste of this amazing country. Having heard so much about it, I foolishly believed that I had some knowledge to prepare me for my first visit to Bangkok. But I quickly realized nobody had actually shared any information…
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Don’t Skip Fez When Visiting Morocco!
Fez has a reputation for being a mysterious, reserved city, steeped in tradition, perhaps even stuck in it. Everyone has heard of Fez but many skip it when visiting Morocco. Tourists tend to head straight to the more vibrant and popular Marrakesh, like we did. It’s a tourist friendly city that’s easy to enjoy, even if you’re not on a organized tour. Fez on the other hand is known to be chaotic. The medina is a giant labyrinth. It can be overwhelming, and if you arrive without a plan you might be inclined to recoil back to the safety of your hotel and move on to another destination. However if…
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Naxos Island Greece ~ What to See + Do + Eat
Truth…I had never heard of Naxos before planning this trip. In fact when I told friends where I was going, they were as unfamiliar with it as I was. That’s quite surprising, considering that Naxos is the largest island in the Cyclades archipelago. But it seems that because it’s not a cruise ship port, it has kept a lower profile when it comes to tourism. And that my friends, is exactly what makes Naxos a perfect choice for your next vacation to Greece. If you’re looking for a more authentic Greek island experience, a place where you wont be fighting your way through streets crowded with tourists, then this island…
