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2013 Travel Highlights and 2014 Travel Plans

last Updated: June 26, 2022
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Happy New Year, everyone!  Hope you had an enjoyable start to 2014! As I look back on my year, it's hard not to feel thankful for all the Continue Reading

Filed Under: central america, North America, personal Tagged With: belize, chicago, hawaii, new orleans, year in review

Why You Need to Stay at Astra Suites in Santorini

last Updated: February 16, 2018
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It was our honeymoon.  We were in Santorini.  Dubbed one of the most romantic places on Earth.   We obviously wanted a large comfy bed for peaceful Continue Reading

Filed Under: europe Tagged With: greece, santorini

Where to Stop on the Road to Hana: Maui’s Most Famous Road Trip

last Updated: May 26, 2025
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Planning a trip to Maui and deciding which stops to make on the Road to Hana?!  You're in the right place, my friend! This post fully highlights Continue Reading

Filed Under: North America, USA Tagged With: hawaii, maui, road trip

Masada: The Hike Down on the Never Ending Snake Path

last Updated: May 11, 2023
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After witnessing the most magical sunrise atop Masada, it was time for our final descent down the mountain to the desert floor.  All things that go Continue Reading

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10 Things to Taste in Hawaii

last Updated: August 11, 2020
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Things to eat in Hawaii.  Boy there are a lot of them. It's no surprise that our trip to Hawaii consisted of eating.  And lots of it! Continue Reading

Filed Under: food, North America, USA Tagged With: hawaii, kauai, maui

7 Gorgeous Greek Beaches You Can’t Miss

last Updated: February 16, 2018
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It's safe to say that all the beaches we encountered on our 2-week Greek island honeymoon were to die for. Just gorgeous. Absolutely splendid. Continue Reading

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An Interview with a Flight Attendant

last Updated: February 16, 2018

I've always been intrigued by flights attendants. I've even surprisingly thought about becoming one (perhaps in my next life). Some of my friends even Continue Reading

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The Feast at Lele: An Upscale Hawaiian Luau

last Updated: August 11, 2020
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It's impossible to travel all the way to Hawai'i without experiencing a traditional luau first hand.  With all the music, exotic dancing, and Continue Reading

Filed Under: food, North America Tagged With: hawaii, maui

The Ultimate Hawaii Bucket List: 200 Super Fun Things to do in Hawaii

Scuba Diving for the First Time: My Experience in Santorini

last Updated: October 29, 2025
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I've always been keen on snorkeling, and have loved bobbing my head below the waters surface since I was a child. Breathing through the snorkel mask Continue Reading

Filed Under: europe Tagged With: greece, santorini

12 Photos That Just SCREAM Hawaii!!!

last Updated: February 16, 2018
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Aloha! It's been a few days since arriving home from Hawaii (sad face), and I finally have (almost) gotten through all 5,000+ photos from the trip. Continue Reading

Filed Under: North America, photo essay, World Travel Tagged With: hawaii

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