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A Few Tips for Cruising Alaska

Alaska Vignettes April 3, 2019 0 Comments

  Going to Alaska should be on almost everyone’s bucket list.  There is no doubt you will need some desire, planning and monies to make this trip.  We have explored Alaska twice on modest terms. We have put together for friends some of the points and recommendations you may want to think about when going to Alaska–our 49th State. We…

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Taking a Transatlantic Cruise

Vignettes September 30, 2018 0 Comments

Having flown to Europe at least ten times, we decided to break the mold and take a 14 day cruise from Puerto Rico to Rome.  Along the way we would have six Ports O’Call.  This sojourn was done in May of 2018. We used www.vacationstogo.com web site to look initially to view our transatlantic cruise.  There are other web sites,…

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Capri The Lotus Island

Capri Italy Vignettes August 19, 2018 0 Comments

The isle of Capri is south of the city of Naples.  The limestone and sandstone island is technically located in the Tyrrhenian Sea which is connected to the Mediterranean Sea.  Capri is but a thirty minute boat ride from the famous Italian city of Sorrento.  The Italians call this island, “ka:pri,” while us English speakers call it “ke pri.” Regardless…

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Wild Dogs of Sorrento

Italy Sorrento Vignettes July 14, 2018 0 Comments

Don’t get me wrong, I love dogs, and cats and most animals.  I come from a culture that supports dog catchers and such.  I see owners who post announcements of their “lost dog,” or “Cat.”  We treasure our animals, to a limit. In our past trip to Sorrento, Italy, it was not hard to notice “wandering dogs” going in between…

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Marty’s Tips On Traveling Hawaii

Big Island Big Island of Hawaii Hawaii Kauai Lanai Maui Oahu Vignettes October 18, 2017 0 Comments

GETTING TO HAWAII Over the years I wrote a summary of what we did and what we liked. Hawaii is our favorite state, and I have been to all 50 states! We have traveled to Hawaii FIVE different times totally for about six months.  We have always done the Hawaiian home run, visiting all four major islands.  I recommend memorizing…

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Traveling Faux Pas?

Arizona Grand Canyon Greece Vignettes June 21, 2017 0 Comments

If you travel, mistakes and detours are in store.  My brother recently booked a hotel in South Carolina.  He actually wanted to book  the same named hotel in Colorado.  It took a few calls to Hotwire to correct the problem.  Some people have made critical air reservations.  Booking Athens, GA instead of Athens, Greece for example.  We have had our fair share of…

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Airplane seats are not the only ones you can lose; or A Moment of Paradise–GONE

Florida Orlando Vignettes April 30, 2017 0 Comments

  We visited Disney Springs recently, our 10th or so visit this year, and wanted to explore a new restaurant.  We chose Paradiso 37, located right on the lake of Disney Springs.  It advertises a combination of Argentinian and Peruvian foods.  We wanted something simple.  Nachos with chili con carne fit the bill besides a few libations. We went to the deck…

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EPCOT’s 2017 International Flower and Garden Festival

Vignettes March 13, 2017 0 Comments

  Since its inception in 1994, EPCOT’s International Flower and Garden Festival have grown into a magnificent display of assorted flowers and food kiosks. It appears the theme of 2017 is “butterflies.”     The park is magically transformed into beautiful colors and Disney character arrangements. Most people will miss the “Peter Pan” on the roof by England.  These arrangements…

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Planet Hollywood–Disney Springs, “It Just Has To Get Better”

Florida Orlando Vignettes February 13, 2017 0 Comments

  Long overdue, Planet Hollywood is up and running—at least it is open. The famous Planet Hollywood memorabilia can still be seen.  My wife loved the music videos.  We were there for a late lunch and the noise level was not as pronounced.  The “Observatory” seating is unique and there is even seating outside. A separate bar is downstairs called…

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