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Blast resort

As of this writing, the dark Covid clouds are starting to disappear and people are dreaming about traveling again.  And, many are looking forward to all-inclusive resorts. While some travelers look at all-inclusive resorts as an exciting opportunity to let all their normal rules and restrictions go hang, others may find the bounty overwhelming, even…

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Uruguay – here’s why

Montevideo – Uruguay’s capital welcomes visitors to its seaside city bounds. Explore Montevideo with us and start planning a trip here of your own. Uruguay is emerging as one of South America’s favorite destinations. Its capital Montevideo​ has a warm, temperate climate, pleasant sea breezes and miles of boulevards. Tour​ the city while on vacation​…

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Hey, hepcats!

Our town, Vancouver, has many things:  many shops, many sights, many people and  . . . many restaurants, some of which come and go. But, one mainstay - and for good reason - is The Templeton.  Situated on Vancouver's slightly crazy Granville Street, The Templeton diner has been here for decades, serving absolutely delicious diner…

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Gone to Taiwan

Tainan – Venture here and explore Taiwan’s oldest city. Follow us through history’s favorite spots in Tainan and start putting an itinerary together of your own! When ready, browse vacation packages to Tainan: Known as “The Birthplace of Taiwan,” #Tainan invites you to gain an appreciation for the local history. Visit the historic quarter of…

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Be Right Back!

Here's an interesting new concept - London's BeRightBack.travel Built to help you always have travel in your calendar. BRB is the world’s first travel subscription company. Focused on Europe, the execution is pretty straightforward: Choose your trip types Build your bucketlist Select your preferred airports Create your trips Unlike a gym, you can cancel at…

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Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerychwyrndrobwllllantysiliogogogoch

No, the cat did not step on my keyboard.  This is actually the name of a place in Wales, in the UK. Llanfairpwllgwyngyll or Llanfair Pwllgwyngyll is a large village and local government community on the island of Anglesey, Wales, on the Menai Strait next to the Britannia Bridge and across the strait from Bangor.…

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Euro is go!

Most countries have had their ups and downs with the Covid-19 pandemic, much of based on the behaviour of its citizens.  Europe has more complex factors to consider, especially since it is comprised of 27 separate countries, with almost as many languages and - even more - 27 potential cultural ways of approaching critical situations…

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Norwegian would . . .

Isn't it good? Norway is known for its rugged and breathtakingly beautiful earth. The fjords in the west of the country are long narrow inlets, flanked on either side by tall mountains where the sea penetrates far inland. By far the major part of the land is a rocky wilderness, and thus Norway has large,…

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Nevis. Ssshh, you might want to keep it to yourself

Nevis is one of the most unspoilt and relaxing islands in the Caribbean.  It  is the smaller of the two islands that make up the small Caribbean island nation of Saint Kitts and Nevis. A former British colony, the islands became independent in 1983.  One thing that makes Nevis so special is that it is…

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Quick! Go see yeah, Nicosia

Sometimes, places that are not necessarily on your radar are often the ones that you might fall in love with.. Take Cyprus, for example.  In the distant past, there were problems between the country and Greek Cypriots.  But, those tensions have subsided and Cyprus has become an intoxicating and inexpensive destination to enjoy endless sun,…

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When Josie comes home

Spring, winter, summer or fall, British Columbia, Canada, is always a relaxing and sometimes awe-inspiring destination.  From the mountains to the oceans to the cities, BC will keep you busy with things to do.  While you're there, try the Josie Hotel in Rossland. Located slopeside at RED Mountain Resort, The Josie Hotel unearths Rossland ’s…

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Live large in Italy

There's a town in Italy shaped like a person It's called Centuripe, and it looks like it's had too much to drink Centuripe (Latin: Centuripae;[3] Sicilian: Centorbi) is a town and comune in the province of Enna (Sicily, southern Italy). The city is 61 kilometres (38 mi) from Enna in the hill country between the Rivers Dittaìno and Salso. Not too much more to say than this,…

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Isle de Granville

Granville Island is a de rigueur activity when you visit Vancouver.  There are dozens of boutique shops, selling things like bespoke art, vodka and ... brooms. The main draw - and in many ways you will draw deep breaths - is the Market.  There are dozens of food stalls, but the main attraction is the…

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Viva Lost Vegas

The term "Mole People" conjures up a lot of urban legend style ideas — but it shouldn’t! Underneath the brightly lit Las Vegas Strip, there’s a not so secret society that’s existed for decades. And according to journalist Matthew O’Brien, who researched the area for 12 years, the tunnels “can be quiet and almost boring…

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Spy-‘r-land

Bond is back!  But not as Bond . . .  James Bond star Pierce Brosnan is in a new film.  It’s the result of Tourism Ireland teaming up with the Irish Film and Television Academy to create a series of short videos to showcase Ireland. Pierce speaks of his love for his native land, while the…

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Spongebob on the Riviera

Who doesn't love SpongeBob Squarepants, the charismatic ocean dweller who has, likely, been drinking too much "sea water"? Speaking of charisma, Karisma Hotels will be opening a new Nickelodeon property on the Riviera Maya in Mexico, starting on  Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts doesn’t compromise, combining unparalleled family fun with an elevated resort experience. Kids will…

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Sharaan

In the past few decades, the world has seen so much technological change.  New ideas, new designs, new techniques and new materials.  If we can dream it, we can build it. But does that mean that we should? Vaunted French architect, Jean Nouvel, who has been responsible for some of the most innovative design in…

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Your Sandals are ready, madam

Sandals Emerald Bay, Golf, Tennis & Spa Resort in Great Exuma, The Bahamas, has officially reopened its doors, welcoming guests back with its warm Bahamian hospitality and enhanced health and safety measures in place to guarantee travelers’ peace of mind through the Sandals Platinum Protocols of Cleanliness. Sandals Emerald Bay, with its unique blend of…

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Emergin’ Virgin

Despite its 24-hour party people mantra, Las Vegas has not escaped the  wreckage that is Covid-19. When the pandemic arrived, the economic shutdown hit Las Vegas harder than any other major city in America — and the impact rippled far beyond the famous Strip. Economist Jeremy Aguero described the local job losses as staggering, with the highest unemployment…

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