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    Travel with a Group When Hiking the Inca Trail

    by Erin Coyle December 6, 2022
    by Erin Coyle December 6, 2022

    Sometimes group travel is the way to go when you want to meet other people, you don’t have time to plan everything yourself, or a specific trip requires a tour…

  • EuropeInternationalInternational Destinations

    Include Madeira in your Portugal Itinerary

    by Chris Tellings October 24, 2022
    by Chris Tellings October 24, 2022

    On first glance at a world map, you may be wondering just how feasible it is to tie a visit to Madeira in with the rest of your holiday to…

  • Food & DrinkFood And DrinkInternationalInternational DestinationsOn The TownU.S.U.S. Destinations

    Virgin Voyages Cruise: Ultimate Culinary Experience

    by Janice Sakata-Schultze September 13, 2022
    by Janice Sakata-Schultze September 13, 2022

    When you’re cruising, part of the fun is enjoying great food in ways you would normally never eat at home. On some cruises, there is a flip side to that…

  • At the BarFood & DrinkFood And DrinkInternationalInternational Destinations

    The World’s Most Amazing Wine Regions

    by Nina Simons August 31, 2022
    by Nina Simons August 31, 2022

    Winemaking is an old tradition, dating back to several millennia BC. Archeologists and historians are unsure when and where exactly the first wine was produced, although some evidence suggests it…

  • Africa/Middle EastInternationalInternational Destinations

    7 Reasons to Travel to Tanzania

    by Nina Simons July 12, 2022
    by Nina Simons July 12, 2022

    Often mistaken for Tasmania in Australia, Tanzania is an East African country praised for its wilderness regions and tropical islands. It has a lot to offer to visitors through its…

  • Africa/Middle EastInternationalInternational DestinationsOutdoors

    Visiting Turtle Sanctuaries in Oman

    by Erin Coyle July 6, 2022
    by Erin Coyle July 6, 2022

    It is turtle season in Oman, which means there are chances to watch turtles laying eggs, covering them, and watching them go back into the water. It is simply amazing…

  • EuropeInternationalInternational Destinations

    Mediterranean Isles: Viking Mars Reunion Cruise for Viking Sky Survivors

    by Elsa Dixon June 19, 2022
    by Elsa Dixon June 19, 2022

    The audience stood up and cheered loudly as the 24 crew members walked onto the stage. The guests were passengers of the ill-fated Viking Sky that nearly ran aground off…

  • Africa/Middle EastInternationalInternational Destinations

    Adventure-Seekers: Try These Thrilling Activities in Dubai

    by Alexis Carter May 13, 2022
    by Alexis Carter May 13, 2022

    Dubai – one of the world’s most popular destinations right now – is where you can explore some world-class attractions, man-made islands, incredible shopping malls, theme parks, and water parks,…

  • Africa/Middle EastInternationalInternational DestinationsStaying There

    The Cliff Guest House: Stay in an Ancient Village in Oman

    by Erin Coyle March 11, 2022
    by Erin Coyle March 11, 2022

    While eating Omani-style fish and rice mixed with cumin and other Arabic spices for dinner, one can’t help but look around to appreciate the quiet while the soft light comes…

  • InternationalInternational DestinationsMexico/Central America/Carribean

    Calafia, Valle de Guadalupe: Mexico’s Napa Valley

    by Janice Sakata-Schultze February 24, 2022
    by Janice Sakata-Schultze February 24, 2022

    Orderly vineyards blanket the rolling hills, where both small and large wineries dot the arid landscape every few miles. Since the time is January, only small tender sprouts sway from…

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Shall I start using this fun and considerate Chris Shall I start using this fun and considerate Christmas gift? Choosing a new journal from my little stash is always a thrill!
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From their flagship line, Villa Gemma, this little From their flagship line, Villa Gemma, this little bottle of Masciarelli’s Bianca Colline Teatine Igt went so well with a delicious weekday fresh tuna salad.  A wine from Italy’s Abruzzo. Loved the light effervescence too.
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When I was five, my mother took me out for ice cre When I was five, my mother took me out for ice cream, but I wanted the cream of broccoli cheddar soup instead. Not much has changed; a big, savory bowl of soup remains one of my favorite and most frequent meals. Of course, Japanese ramen is right up there as one of the best. A trip to Afuri Ramen and Dumpling in Beaverton was the perfect winter meal.
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Afuri Ramen + Dumpling just unveiled their new menu, allowing them to focus on these two type of bowls of goodness, rather than a more izakaya menu. They still carry terrific small plates and donburi and a great bar menu.
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Everything was great and this is both a great family and date night spot!
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Happy Lunar New Year! Wonderful meal as always at Happy Lunar New Year! Wonderful meal as always at Pho Van on 82nd in Portland. A couple dishes not pictured because … well, we were enjoying ourselves! 🧧
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Chúc mừng Năm Mới — Happy New Year!
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Beaverton mural really caught my eye. . . #mural # Beaverton mural really caught my eye.
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Fortune cookie wisdom. Happy new year, good people Fortune cookie wisdom. Happy new year, good people!
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I’ve had this LOVELY bottle of Kestrel Vinters’ 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon in my “cellar” since my first visit to their beautiful Yakima Valley winery in 2014. It’s from their Winemakers Select Series. It was time to open this one for our Christmas dinner.
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And oh, it so did not disappoint! The aromas had us as soon as the bottle was corked, the color, the flavors … just delicious … dense, layered, satiny smooth, wonderfully complex.
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Don see, btw, was a New York roast beef, corn pudding, roasted squash and carrots, sautéed asparagus and blistered shishito peppers.
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Happy holidays! Cheers!
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A little winter red. . #roses #roses🌹 #christma A little winter red.
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Cookie time! Family and friend time! Spicy #ginger Cookie time! Family and friend time! Spicy #gingerbreadcookies #biscotti with #chocolatechips and my Aunt Jennie’s #spicecookies . Add a lunch of #fondue #sausage and other fixings. Don’t forget; three dogs and two cats underfoot. Add a mighty baby girl’s #firstchristmas and you gave a great day!
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My latest obsession . . #licorice #dutchlicorice # My latest obsession
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The grand pets line-up! . . #grandpets #granddogs The grand pets line-up!
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Vegas … last photo bomb! . . . #lasvegas #lasv Vegas … last photo bomb! 
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Just a few more from Fremont street in Las Vegas…
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And of course, if you’re keeping it a stay in to And of course, if you’re keeping it a stay in town trip, you have to hit Fremont. We’ll, you don’t, but we did! Fun seeing all the old casinos!
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So … Vegas! Such a mixed bag for me. Noice, flas So … Vegas! Such a mixed bag for me. Noice, flashy bright lights, late hours, crass commercialism, and an opulent, over the top aesthetic; just not my thing. And yet; I always enjoy myself here! I LOVE  the people watching, the seeing what’s new, what’s changed, those small moments snd visuals that are just not part of home … or anywhere else.
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So here’s me at a slot machine. My standing joke is that when servers come around and get me a well drink, the casino has already lost money on me. That’s how little I spend gambling. Okay, slight exaggeration but it’s true that nooooo casino will be sending me offers for comp stays. Viva Las Vegas!
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Vegas!! . . Vegas at night, from our room at the Vegas!!
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Vegas at night, from our room at the Bellagio. A blast of warmth and sunshine, miles and miles of concrete stepping, great eats and drinks, people watching, some window shopping, and pool time. No shoes or out of the city park hikes, but a wonderful and easy little getaway. And I do enjoy that Bellagio fountain.
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Vegas at night from the Bellagio and riding the Hi Vegas at night from the Bellagio and riding the High Roller Ferris wheel. A blast of warmth and sunshine, miles and miles of concrete stepping, great eats and drinks, people watching, some window shopping, and pool time. No shoes or out of the city park hikes, but a wonderful and easy little getaway. And I do enjoy that Bellagio fountain.
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Vegas at night, from our room at the Bellagio. A b Vegas at night, from our room at the Bellagio. A blast of warmth and sunshine, miles and miles of concrete stepping, great eats and drinks, people watching, some window shopping, and pool time. No shoes or out of the city park hikes, but a wonderful and easy little getaway. And I do enjoy that Bellagio fountain.
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