Porto & the Douro Valley
Adventure in Porto and Douro River, An ancient city, gateway to Portugal’s wine country, and home of Port wine.
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Milwaukee: beer, brats & cheese curds
Reasons to Visit Milwaukee, Wisconsin is a Great Place on the Great Lakes. (official slogan). Fun for foodies, art. architecture, nature lovers, and don’t forget the many festivals. We suggest on your first day taking a food tour and sample some local delicacies. Besides, plan on indulging on fried fish, sausages, cheese shops, and maybe…
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Douro Discovery with Viking River Cruises
Sail Portugal’s Douro River with Viking River Cruises. Wine, culture, Porto, Lisbon, and unforgettable landscapes on the River of Gold
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USA: Bourbon, Baseball Bats & The Hot Brown
My husband Jerry and his longtime friend Joe have been talking about visiting the Kentucky Bourbon Trail for years. Thirty years of friendship, countless bourbon pours, and finally the trip was happening. Joe’s wife Cheryl and I signed on as the support crew: there to enjoy the adventure, keep the boys on schedule, and make…
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HACIENDA del SOL WELLNESS RESORT, COSTA RICA
Vacation time. Don’t we all deserve a little R&R? The answer is yes. This Diva scoured the globe for the perfect solo retreat. Requirements: adults only, spa, warm weather, healthy eating, and sunsets over the ocean. Hacienda del Sol Wellness Resort in Costa RIca checks all the boxes. GOOD TO KNOW: The resort is situated…
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Treasure Island: Florida’s Sand Sculpture Capital – Sanding Ovations
SANDING OVATIONS is a must-see event with family fun, live music, food court, artisan marketplace and a showcase of amazing sand sculptures.
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JANE AUSTEN: A 250th BIRTHDAY PARTY
Jane Austen’s “Pride and Prejudice” was required reading for most of us during our school days. It is one of several literary classics that never seems to go out of style. For those who have not yet read an Austen masterpiece, it is time to indulge. The novels just keep getting better with age. Add…
