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Visiting Lake Louise in the Fall
Are you planning a trip to Lake Louise and wondering what time of year you should go? Most people will tell you that summer is ideal, and it certainly can be. But I want you to consider another option…Fall. There are some good reasons for visiting in the autumn months that can make for a really great experience. Smaller crowds and a completely different view of the Lake are two big ones. I finally got the opportunity to return to beautiful Lake Louise. It was long overdue. My last visit was over 20 years ago, and as you can imagine, a lot can change in that span of time. In…
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Naxos Island Greece ~ What to See + Do + Eat
I had never heard of Naxos before planning this trip. Hard to believe perhaps, but it’s true. In fact when I told friends where I was going, they were as unfamiliar with this Greek island it as I was. That’s quite surprising, considering that Naxos is the largest island in the Cyclades archipelago. But, 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. WHY YOU SHOULD VISIT NAXOS If you’re looking for a more authentic Greek island experience, a place where you wont…
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Rovinj {Rovigno} Jewel of Istria Croatia
The Hydrofoil ferry approached yet another peninsula jutting out into the Adriatic, but this time my heart skipped a beat… because I knew that we were getting closer, and around the next corner I would finally catch a glimpse of my beloved Rovigno. That iconic view of the town rising out of the water with the Church of Saint Euphemia perched above is a picture perfect, postcard view like no other to me. And arriving by way of the sea is by far the best introduction to this idyllic coastal town, located off the beaten path in Istria, Croatia. Thanks to the rising popularity of tourism to Croatia, Rovinj has…
