Part II It is every writer’s dream to land a housesitting job in France. I’d have three months to start (and abort) a novel while enjoying the medieval landscape. But how did my galpal and I land the job? We …
Scottsdale, Where the Desert Blooms by Emma Krasov
Photography by Emma Krasov Scottsdale is a strange and beautiful hybrid flower of modern architecture, outrageous culinary treats, and Cactus League Spring Training with accompanying nightlife and wild entertainment – all in bloom while we speak. Like a silk moth …
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San Moreno Glacier, El Calafate, Argentina by Bonnie and Bill Neely
Sad to leave the gorgeous Torres de Paine National Park, we boarded the bus to El Calafate, about five hours away. Partway along our route we left Chile, but we had to stop at the small, non-descript check point and …
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Earth, Wind and Fire…and Chocolate – A Unique Sensory Encounter by Fyllis Hockman
When I was first blindfolded, I felt disoriented, out of control, with the added annoying question lurking in the back of my head: I am a travel writer, how am I supposed to take notes? But our Mayan guide propelled …
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Drinking In Denver Delights by Terry Zinn
With only a short visit to exciting towns, I like to stay within walking distance to its dining and attractions. Not having to rent a car at the airport has its advantages, and takes some of the stress out of …
Gascon Gastronomy: The Farmer’s Armagnac by John M.Edwards
Where Is The Gers? Taking a back road into Auch, France (population: 22,000), the remote ersatz capital of the Gers, in a rented Renault time machine, two hired housesitters pinched themselves. Auch! As the 15th-century Cathedral de Sainte Marie and …
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Saddle Up in Ecuador by Linda Ballou
We cantered along the ancient Inca trade routes with vistas stretching to eternity. While descending on a narrow track into the less-traveled Zuleta Valley, the sky darkened. A mist hit us and a few drops fell on my cheeks. Instead …
In Great Style at Stonepine Estate by Emma Krasov
Photography by Yuri Krasov Heading to Stonepine Estate and Equestrian Center on a calm sunny afternoon, I planned so many things to do in Carmel Valley – one of the most precious jewels of Northern California! Point Lobos State Reserve …
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Patagonia: Mylodon Cave and Torres De Paine by Bonnie and Bill Neely
From our itinerary we had no idea this would be a FULL day of travel! We flew about five hours from Santiago Airport to Punta Arenas, stopping briefly at Puerto Montt, which had the gorgeous backdrop of the Andes Mountains, …
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Baltic Cruising: Russian Gems and Nordic Capitals by Marci DeWolf
In the long, glamorous history of ocean voyages, there has never been a better time to book a cruise. Today, it’s possible to visit exotic ports of call our grandparents could only read about. Holland America’s Baltic Cruise on the …
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