Tag: travel
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When Travels Don’t Go As Planned-A Western Adventure
72 Hours Pre-Trip “I feel like my cough is getting worse,” I tell the Primary Doctor. I’ve been dealing with a chronic cough and lung inflammation since April. It’s fluctuated in degrees of severity, but on this September evening, it seems worse. We’re leaving for the TBEX conference and our Western road trip in a…
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Rise of the Resistance and Galaxy’s Edge Fun-Disney
At 4:30 am, we rise for Rise of the Resistance at Galaxy’s Edge. Our heads swim with advice from fellow park goers and cast members. We’re uncertain what is true, and what is false. Everyone states that we MUST take a Lyft or Uber to Hollywood Studios. Taking the resort bus is certain Boarding Group…
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We Eat A Lot of Orlando Ice Cream-2nd Edition
Where vacation goers congregate, so the ice cream resides. With Orlando being one of the meccas of vacations, there is more creamy delights to eat than there is time to eat it, but I try to do my part. The Basket at Wine Bar George – Disney Springs A fantastic thing about being a grown-up,…
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Breakfast at Ohana-Disney World
We arrive bright and early to the Polynesian Resort’s, Ohana. Our group of 10 is checked in by a woman who I assume is part of a cloning project run by a butter loving scientist who wanted to ensure there would always be two Paula Deens in the world. The table that will be our…
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“Lounging” Around Disney-Round 1
Over the past few years, I’ve developed an appreciation for a well-made cocktail. That appreciation seeded an admiration for the settings that serve cocktails. Whether it’s a beach bar, a historic pub with brick walls and old wood, or a swanky rooftop lounge, it’s one of life’s pleasures to nurse a drink in a terrific…
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Off Property Disney World-Staying at The Point Hotel
One of the biggest decisions when planning an Orlando trip is whether to stay, “on property,” or, “off property.” There are pros and cons to both, and as the choices in Orlando are endless, picking where to stay can be a daunting task. Our reasons for staying off property this trip- The friends we went…
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3 Favorite Non-Wizarding World Things at Universal Orlando
It’s no secret, that many people visit Universal Orlando specifically to see The Wizarding World, but Universal has plenty of fun to offer outside of the wands and Butterbeer. Meeting Characters Meeting characters at Disney World is an important part of the experience for most guests, but Universal has it’s fair share of characters too.…
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Eating Around St. Eustatius
The idea of eating on the island of St. Eustatius excited me. Though we’ve had our fair share of Caribbean cuisine on other trips, I’d yet to really experience Dutch food, and the thought of combining the two cuisines, sparked curiosity on my tongue. Harbour Club The first night of lapping water and island breezes…
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Things To Do-St. Eustatius
Though scuba diving is the main reason most visitors come to St. Eustatius, there is no lack of non-diving activities. Whether you want to explore nature, or discover the island’s history, an adventure awaits. Take a Tour People often knock tours. Why pay the money for a tour when you can see the same things…