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Donna Hull

Summer On The Trail

By Donna Hull – Summer’s finally here! There’s no better way to celebrate than spending a little time out on the trail. Whether you’re vacationing at a favorite destination or visiting in your own backyard, there’s a hiking trail out there with your name on it.  Here are a few

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Spa/Resort Destinations
Sandra Glahn

Jordan’s Dead Sea Resorts: Pamper Body and Soul

By Sandra Glahn – What do you get when you mix mineral-rich waters, thermal sulfur springs, therapeutic mud, a dry, sunny climate and soul-altering sites? If you guessed the Dead Sea area of Jordan, you answered correctly. Its many resorts offer something for everyone from vacationers looking for health-focused getaways

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Amy Johnson

Don’t Let Poor Planning Ruin Your Travel Plans

By Amy Johnson – We’re in the midst of peak spring travel season right now. Whether you are going to Mexico, an island in the Caribbean or a cruise, many spring break trips include air travel. If you have a spring break trip booked within the next month or so

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Spa/Resort Destinations
Michele McIntyre

Family Friendly Grand Cayman

By Michele McIntyre – Day 1: After landing at Owen Roberts International Airport in Grand Cayman (GC), your transportation choices are simple: A personal rental car (the rental car agencies are located across the street from the airport terminal; be sure to reserve a car in advance) or taxi. Hotel

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Prudence Lay

Great Pagosa Hot Springs

By Prudence Lay, Feature Editor – For centuries, visitors to the Great Pagosa Hot Springs have touted the miraculous curative powers of these waters. The first published testament to the healing benefits of the waters was written in 1890 by Dr. J. L. Weaver, U.S. Army Surgeon, following his experiences

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Travel Blogs
My Purpose Now

Our Big Family Vacation!

In less than two weeks, my family, my entire family, three sons, three daughters-in-law, and two grandboys (ages 2 and 5) are headed to the happiest place on earth: Disneyland. And oh, by the way, one of the girls is pregnant. This will involve a 3-hour plane ride, two rental

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Michele McIntyre

Spa and Travel Review: The Whiteface Lodge

The groundhog may have promised an early spring and even the calendar hints at warmer days ahead, but I can assure you that there is plenty of winter left in the Lake Placid region of New York State. Lake Placid is home to the first winter resort in the United

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Amy Johnson

Tips on Preventing Travel Debacles

By Amy Johnson – It’s been an interesting past couple weeks…with the snow storms and last minute spring break vacation requests/questions. But, what tipped the scales was a somewhat unusual text from a client sailing on a cruise recently. The text read something like “Wanted to let you know that

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Majorca – A Beach Paradise

With over 300 miles of coastline the island of Majorca is a beach paradise. With the breathtaking beaches and the comfort of the Island’s resorts, many visitors may miss the island’s other sights. There are so many things to experience and do while visiting but we’ve listed 8 things you can do in just three short days in Majorca

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Road Trips
Donna Hull

Enjoy a Southern California Road Trip

Are you tired of being cooped up in the house? In many parts of the U.S., it’s been a rough winter. Right now, all I’m thinking about is a summer road trip. If you need winter weather break sooner rather than later, drive this Southern California road trip itinerary to

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Spa/Resort Destinations
Michele McIntyre

Spa and Travel Review: JW Marriott Marquis Miami

By Michele McIntyre – Arriving in thriving downtown Miami is quite a culture shock after spending a week in the laid-back island vibe known as the Florida Keys. But that’s exactly what I did on a recent Friday afternoon with my family for a quick stopover before flying out of

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1906 Lodge: Romantic Getaway

By Sue Gillingham – Lounging in front of a fireplace, snuggling in a heavenly bed, relaxing in a swirling spa tub, taking long walks on the beach hand-in-hand… if this sounds romantic, then the 1906 Lodge at Coronado Beach is the perfect destination for you and your special someone. Tucked

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Zinfandel Weekend in Paso Robles March 15 – 17, 2013

Written by Nancy Shonka Padberg in Paso Robles During Paso Robles Zinfandel Weekend, producers and enthusiasts come together in celebration of everything that Zinfandel adds to your palate and your experience. Enjoy a zin-filled weekend with activities including winemaker dinners, exclusive Zinfandel tastings, winery and vineyard tours and so much more! Paso

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Clayzmama

Wanna Go To Hong Kong? I Noah Guy…

Billionaire brothers built a 450 ft long life-size replica of Noah’s Ark in Hong Kong. (After their father died of a heart attack in 1990, Thomas and Raymond Kwok, now 60 and 59, helped expand the family business, Sun Hung Kai Properties, into Hong Kong’s largest real estate developer. The evangelical Christians

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Zinfandel Weekend in Paso Robles March 15 – 17, 2013

Written by Nancy Shonka Padberg – During Paso Robles Zinfandel Weekend, producers and enthusiasts come together in celebration of everything that Zinfandel adds to your palate and your experience. Enjoy a zin-filled weekend with activities including winemaker dinners, exclusive Zinfandel tastings, winery and vineyard tours and so much more! Paso Robles

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Making the Most of Your Cruise Day in San Juan

By Vicki Boster – A Fairly Leisurely 6 Hour Itinerary The tropical island of Puerto Rico is only a short flight from the mainland of the United States, but it’s worlds away from the winter weather that most of us are experiencing right now. Here you can find warm and

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