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November 9, 2017

Five Quirky Kansas Cities: Knickknacks for the mind along I-70

  Something’s a little off along Interstate 70 in Kansas–a bit askew. Picture a slightly mad witch flying across the plains on her broomstick, throwing..
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November 8, 2017

I-70’s Quirky Kansas: An unusual, off the beaten path tour of America’s Heartland

  When my husband Ron and I travel, we tend to write about museums, historical buildings, or the latest trendy restaurants. Occasionally, however, we come..
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October 23, 2016

Tiptoe Through the Tulips on a Holland Cruise

Mix a handful of Americans, a couple of Brits, and a pinch of an Australian. Put them aboard a canal cruise boat flowing down the..
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May 12, 2016

5 Reasons to Put Reykjavik, Iceland on Your Bucket List

Steeped in Nordic traditions and culture, Reykjavik, Iceland is one of those mysterious destinations that everyone seems to be talking about visiting and for good..
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March 25, 2016

7 Culinary Sensations in the Cayman Islands

It is 7 am and the crew of the 25-foot fishing vessel heads out at dawn’s first light. They are in search of wahoo, snapper,..
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July 31, 2015

Land of Living Skies: The Beauty of Saskatchewan

Drive through Saskatchewan and you’ll understand why it was given the slogan of “Land of Living Skies.” The lush farmland interspersed with forests, lakes and..
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June 8, 2015

Packing for a 3-Day Weekend

Aw, packing,sweet packing…the dreaded chore that obviously must be done before departing for a trip. Whether that trip is a short weekend nearby or a..
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March 31, 2015

Diablo Valley: Affordable Luxury Vacation on the East Bay

Nestled between Napa and Sonoma on the north and San Francisco on the south is a little pocket of bliss known as Diablo Valley. Compared..
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March 24, 2015

Salzburg and Vienna: Old Europe Meets the New West

Sharing a common history and a love of music, architecture and food, Vienna and Salzburg are two Austrian cities rooted in the past but joined..
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February 17, 2015

Albuquerque: New Mexico Cuisine That’s Anything but Ordinary

Foodie cities are now popping up everywhere. San Francisco, L.A. and New York, however, don’t have a lock on that title anymore. In the Southwest..
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October 6, 2014

Four Day Ireland Adventure

Is it really possible to see much of Ireland in four days? The answer is yes, if you have a plan and perhaps a touch..
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September 3, 2014

Kansas Cities, Here we Come

Kansas City, Kansas and Kansas City, Missouri are often confused with each other. Although the name Kansas ties them together, they have distinct and individual..
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July 27, 2014

Helsinki, Finland: Summertime Fun in the Land of The Midnight Sun

While Helsinki may be one of the coldest destinations in the world in winter, summertime with its long days of sunshine, brings out the crowds..
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July 11, 2014

Santa Fe: Expect the Unexpected in Offbeat Southwestern Town

  Just when you think you have defined Santa Fe, it does something to surprise you. After all, this is a city with a rich..
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April 20, 2014

Beyond Spring Break: Five Reasons to Love South Padre Island, Texas

South Padre Island, Texas is probably best known as being an idyllic spring breakers’ paradise. While it is true that there are more people in..
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