There is an oft-repeated joke in Norway; a visitor asks a boy if it always rains in Bergen. The boy replies; “I don’t know, I’m only eleven!” Well we can assure you it doesn’t. We awoke in Bergen, the last …
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Greater Palm Springs: Winter Mosaic by Emma Krasov
Photography by Yuri Krasov If there’s a better season than winter to experience California desert I’d like to hear about it… or better yet see it for myself. Meanwhile, when record freeze was bracing the American East and Midwest, and …
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It’s Time To Reserve Your Campsites by Bonnie and Bill Neely
In traveling around the United States we find some notable campgrounds and are pleased to be able to tell other travelers about them. And now you do not have to own a camper to be able to stay at these …
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From Montreal to New York via Blount Small Ship Adventures. Part 3: New York City by Terry Zinn
The ending of a long vacation, maybe the most memorable part. For the ending of my two week Blount Small Ship Adventure Cruise, I chose to remain in the final destination port of New York City. Having been to NYC …
The Other Cape May, New Jersey: A Different and Cheaper Way to Enjoy this Victorian Town by Maureen C. Bruschi
What do U.S. Presidents Buchanan, Grant, Harrison, Pierce and Arthur have in common? These five presidents favored Cape May as a summer retreat when they were in office during the second half of the 19th century. The cordial reception and …
Bali: Dreamy Getaways in the Rainy Season by Emma Krasov
Photography by Yuri Krasov Bali! The world of dreams. The world of smiles, bows, and frangipani flower necklaces, where the air is fragrant, the lush tropical greenery is awashed in warm downpours and sunlight; where subtle pleasures and indulgencies are …
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KOA Journey Kampgrounds by Bonnie and Bill Neely
It’s winter in the USA, but many RV travelers and campers will be crossing the country to be with family for the holidays. Here are some good winter camping tips. Grants, near the middle of northwestern New Mexico, is a …
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Mary King’s Close, Edinburgh, Scotland: 400 Years of History, Previously Buried –- Literally — Brought Alive by Fyllis Hockman
The year is 1645. The most virulent strain of the Bubonic Plague has immobilized Edinburgh, Scotland, claiming the lives of more than half the city’s population. The area hardest hit: Mary King’s Close on High Street, a busy thoroughfare and …
From Montreal to New York via Blount Small Ship Adventures: Part 2. On the Water by Terry Zinn
Travel is always an adventure and no more so than on a cruise where you are definitely not in control, as that is the responsibility of the ship’s Captain. With a Blount Small Ship Adventure you are sure to have …
From Montreal to New York City Via Blount Small Ship Adventure Cruise – Part One. Montreal by Terry Zinn
As you can tell from the title I had a near 3 week tour of the North East which was an all-consuming adventure of over 1100 miles, 32 locks and many city visits via Blount’s Grand Caribe small cruise ship. …
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