Yes, it’s true. Today is National Drink Wine Day. I wouldn’t lie to you about something this important. Today is the day where you get…
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Tag: Travel
Yes, Virginia, There is a Metro in Los Angeles
Are you surprised to find out that Los Angeles has a metro train system? Don’t worry – I think a lot of residents of…
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What to Pack for a Week in Costa Rica
I am committed to not checking bags. I’m also committed to not using carry-on roller bags anymore because the odds are never in my…
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The Birds and Animals of Playa Ocotal, Costa Rica
I would be remiss if I didn’t give you another look at the gorgeous, friendly and sometimes devious animals and birds that we encountered in…
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Exploring Hidden Beaches in Costa Rica: Nacascolo
Andy and I love finding places that are off-the-beaten-path even when we are visiting well-traveled areas. Our discovery of one of the hidden beaches…
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10 Reasons to Visit Costa Rica in December
At the end of December, I had the opportunity to visit Guanacaste Province, Costa Rica with Andy and his family. I knew I would have…
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I’m Breaking Up With My Roller Bag
Let me start by saying that I do love my snazzy red roller bag. We’ve been together for about five years now, and it has…
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Sampling the Scandinavian Bakeries and Restaurants in Los Angeles
When you think of Los Angeles, you automatically think of terrific options for Scandinavian food, right? Yeah, I didn’t either. In fact, it was quite…
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Treat Yourself to Fine Dining in Big Bear, California
If you travel a lot, you probably know that restaurants near ski resorts (or water resorts) tend to be pricey, and it is not always…
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Conquering the Hiking Trails Near Big Bear Lake, California
Big Bear, CA is stunningly scenic – we can all agree on that. It’s no wonder then that hikers, bikers and horseback riders have made…
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