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Looking for a luxurious country retreat in the English countryside? The Lower Fifehead Farm is a deluxe bed and breakfast that fills the bill. Located in the south of England in Dorset and close to the town of Sturminster Newton the property is just about 50 miles west of Southampton via A31. 

Havana is absolutely beautiful. Such a classic and vintage city! As you walked down the street, the colorful vintage cars passed by on the street, more variety of colors in the buildings than ever, bicycles zooming by, and the smell of the ocean fills your nose! All of this “newer” city, taking almost 100 years to build, has been “frozen” since 1959. The city has received no maintenance, hardly even a paint job, for the last 50 years. There is truly a sense of cultural beauty without franchise name ads like McDonald’s, Starbucks, or KFC. Instead the shops and stores are all owned by “Ma and Pop stores”.

On a recent family trip to Disney World my family decided to visit EPCOT.  It happened to be during the FLOWER AND GARDEN FESTIVAL so we packed our bags and our rented electric scooter and joined a bus full of happy people.

There is a well-known saying, “Bagan is (the) spirit of (the) history of Myanmar” and to fully understand the importance and complexity of the Buddhist influence over Myanmar then you really should treat yourself to a hot air balloon flight over the ancient city of Bagan. Although not yet awarded a UNESCIO World Heritage listing, this area is home to the highest density of Buddhist architecture anywhere in the world and stretches across 42 square kilometers of the Irrawaddy plain. I had already spent two leisurely days exploring the area by electric moped, where I  was amazed by the craftsmanship of the builders dating back to the 11th and 13th centuries, however, I needed to experience a “birds eye view,” to really appreciate the historic and cultural wealth of this site.

For the past 90 years the John C. Campbell Folk School in Brasstown, NC has been teaching the lost art of folk crafts in the picturesque mountains of western North Carolina. If you can make it by hand, you can make it here! 

What comes to mind when I say Mozart, Weiner Schnitzel, Sacher Torte and Waltz? You are correct if you said Vienna, Austria. With the Euro being almost on an equal par with the U.S. Dollar, a trip to Europe should be on your agenda this year and Vienna should be one of the stops.

Havana has been called a City of Porches. Located on the northern coast of the Big Island of Cuba, it is geographically on Latitude 23.14 North. This means the sun beats mercilessly upon its streets and squares. Why would any city be known for its’ porches?

We live in a hectic world where the days seem to fly by at warp speed and we tend to miss some of the beauty that surrounds us, but I found a spot where time stands still and nature stands out. Join me as I take you to Mohawk Valley, just outside Eugene, Oregon to the Tipi Village Retreat.

The American South is a region just waiting to be discovered! There’s an incredibly unique culture and welcoming hospitality that you just can’t find elsewhere. 

As many times that I travel to Paris, the radiance of the city still inspires me.  It is a wonderful and most romantic city to visit - even with your grandchildren!

Looking to discover storybook castles and glittering palaces amidst stunning vistas? Then the ever-popular Exploring the Alpine Countries tour is exactly what you’re looking for! You’ll delight in discovering the picturesque countries of Austria, Germany and Switzerland, all on one tour! Immerse yourself in Vienna and get to know the incredible Schoenbrunn Palace and magnificent St. Stephen’s Cathedral. Along this amazing guided tour, you’ll enjoy a lovely cruise along the Danube River and get to savor a dinner at centuries-old St. Peter’s Restaurant in Salzburg, the "City of Music." Journey to Oberammergau, which is famous for the “Passion Play” that it enacts and it’s expert woodcarvers. Enjoy picture stops at Bavaria’s famous castle, Neuschwanstein, and a professionally guided tour of the Chateau de Chillon on Lake Geneva. Inclusive on this amazing adventure is a scenic train ride aboard the Matterhorn Gottard Bahn, taking you into the relaxing pedestrian village of Zermatt. 

Many people have misconceptions on socializing their pet. Recently Susie and Beau were at one of our local dog parks and a commotion developed between two dogs. My policy is if it looks like it may get out of hand or even if there are too many dogs in the park – we leave, which we did in this situation.

When you travel to Cuba, you immediately know you´re travelling to a different World.

Each year, more and more people are discovering the value and pleasure of voyages to some of the most beautiful and culturally enriching places in the world.  In fact, last year alone approximately seven million people enjoyed cruise vacations.  With the large number of cruise lines today, the diversity of ships and myriad of itineraries, you can go on several different cruises and have a different experience on each.  It’s no surprise then, that I am often asked, “how do I choose the cruise that’s right for me?”

From our home base in Everglades City, we headed out to get an up close look and feel of the Everglades. We wanted to photograph its beauty and somehow understand how this amazing “River of Grass” works. We went in February so there were few bugs and temperatures were between 55º to75º. We walked on boardwalk trails, drove our car way back non-paved roads and took a 2 hour boat ride. What we found left us amazed. The interconnections between the animal and plant life with the salt and freshwater underline the international importance of this natural wonder.

“The value of a relationship should not be measured by the length of time the relationship lasts, but by the strength of the bond that exists every moment you are together. When you eventually say goodbye, you need to appreciate the moments you had, more than you dread the moments you won’t have.”

As baby boomers many of us came into the world as a result of our father’s return from fighting in World War II or Korea, but our own experiences with war came primarily during the Vietnam War. I was a gleam in my parents’ eyes until my dad returned from the Philippines in 1945 to arrange my arrival at the lead of the boomer generation in 1946.

Susie and her daddy spend lots of time finding information of how to travel with your pets, where you can go with your best friend to enjoy a comfortable stay, where you can eat and be welcome with your dog, as well as cool products to enhance your pet travel experience.

Traveling whets the taste buds, and when you’re in the most glorious, glamour spots on earth, dining is pure pleasure. A feast for the eyes, the nose, the mouth and the stomach.  Something to be desired, something to be appreciated, so let’s visit a few more wonderful places in great towns.

Our trip to see the Angel Oak Tree near Charleston, South Carolina was far more powerful than I had expected. The only other time I’ve felt so overwhelmed, humbled and stunned at the sheer majesty of Mother Nature was standing in the Redwood Forest. 

My sister and I love adventure.  When we were given an opportunity to go “caving” we both jumped at the prospect and that is how we ended up outside the Tim Hortons in Thornbury Ontario meeting Carlin.  Carlin is the caving expert and our guide on this adventure tour. 

The producers of RV and Boat Shows are clever. Very clever indeed. They schedule the big consumer shows in the dead of winter when us outdoorsy types are deep in throes of cabin fever, itching to play in the sunshine with our motor toys.

Arizona has been a popular retirement destination for decades and continues to be in demand. Active adults and retirees have been drawn to this lovely state for its warm climate, picturesque desert scenery and diverse living options. The Tucson area, specifically, offers many options, from large resort-style communities with nearly 6,000 homes to more quaint neighborhoods with less than 100 homes. Regardless of your desired living options, you’re sure to find a home that suits your taste.

Let’s go to Boston, one of the oldest U.S. cities, founded in 1630 by Puritan settlers from England. So, where should we stay, you ask. Since I’m always on the hunt for the not so ordinary, how about floating out in Boston Harbor? Boston Harbor has special meaning to me because I came to the United States with my parents on a ship and we landed right in Boston Harbor, so this was our first stop in the United States. It’s only fitting I find a place on the water to enjoy this lovely city.