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    Making the Most of a Trip to Tampa Bay, Florida

    by Oscar Collins April 5, 2021
    by Oscar Collins April 5, 2021

    After over a year in confinement, are you ready to finally break free and enjoy a well-deserved vacation? Who can blame you — quarantines and lock downs are sometimes necessary…

  • CoastalNortheastU.S.U.S. Destinations

    10 Things to Do in Bar Harbor, Maine

    by Martin Banks July 27, 2020
    by Martin Banks July 27, 2020

    Bar Harbor, Maine, is a little town located on the coast of Mount Desert Island. Only a few thousand people live there year-round. Yet, millions flock to the area every…

  • CoastalNorthwestU.S.U.S. Destinations

    Photographing the Oregon Coast: Yachats to Heceta Head Lighthouse

    by Adrianne Brockman June 1, 2020
    by Adrianne Brockman June 1, 2020

    I will never tire of photographing the Oregon Coast. The scenery along the fourteen mile stretch of Coastal Highway 101 between Heceta Head Lighthouse and the town of Yachats, Oregon…

  • CoastalInternationalInternational DestinationsTravel & LifestyleTravel TipsU.S.

    Life Lessons You’ll Learn From Scuba Diving

    by Katie Tejada May 24, 2020
    by Katie Tejada May 24, 2020

    As you descend into the waters, your heart begins to accelerate. You begin to see glimmers of vibrant marine life. And suddenly, you’re living in the moment more than you…

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    Foodie Adventures: 6 U.S. Cities for Seafood Lovers

    by Traci Magnus February 7, 2020
    by Traci Magnus February 7, 2020

    People enjoy traveling for many different reasons, but one of the most common attractions for exploring a new place is the opportunity to try new food. If you’re a true…

  • CoastalGetting ThereStaying ThereTravel & LifestyleTravel Tips

    How To Cruise During Bad Weather

    by Katie Tejada January 27, 2020
    by Katie Tejada January 27, 2020

    If you’re planning your first cruise (or your 100th), you probably already know that you can get an excellent deal on fall cruises to the Caribbean or Bahamas. There’s a…

  • CoastalFood & DrinkRecipes

    Calibama Cooking: Garlic and Brown Sugar Pork Tenderloin Recipe

    by Nancy Zaffaro January 22, 2020
    by Nancy Zaffaro January 22, 2020

    Lori Rogers, a.k.a. Chef Lorious, is the author of the new book, Calibama Cooking: Classic and Contemporary Comfort Food. And we’re happy to share her garlic and brown sugar pork…

  • CoastalNorthwestStaying ThereU.S. Destinations

    Anchorage’s Coast International Inn: Launch Your Alaska Adventure

    by Nancy Zaffaro December 23, 2019
    by Nancy Zaffaro December 23, 2019

    Many visitors to Alaska begin and end their adventure in Anchorage. Most arrive by plane at Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport, the state’s largest airport. From there, most will either…

  • CoastalNortheastOutdoorsSoutheastU.S.U.S. Destinations

    The Ponies of Chincoteague: A Delightful Adventure

    by Adrianne Brockman December 2, 2019
    by Adrianne Brockman December 2, 2019

    The word, “Chincoteague,” brings back a wonderful childhood memory of the book, Misty of Chincoteague by Marguerite Henry published in 1947.  Misty is born to a pony from Assateague Island,…

  • CoastalSoutheastU.S.U.S. Destinations

    Bird Watching: Where to View and Photograph Florida Birds

    by Adrianne Brockman September 26, 2019
    by Adrianne Brockman September 26, 2019

    Florida has much to offer, including the opportunity to add bird watching to your itinerary. Birds can be seen at close range statewide at certain times of the year. Here’s…

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So very much to share about our time in Sevilla! I So very much to share about our time in Sevilla! I’m in love! But first—where we stayed. Love the San Lorenzo neighborhood and strolling and enjoying tapas and bebidas on and off Alameda de Hércules. Great energy and put my Spanish skills (and lack thereof) through some paces. Walked everywhere here and throughout Centro, Santa Cruz and beyond.
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Our stay at Hotel Sacristia de Santa Ana was perfect. Yes, please, a glass of cava as you check in is always nice.
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 @hotelsacristia #sevillanas #sevillahoy #spaintravels #womantraveler #boutiquehotels #travelspain🇪🇸
A light lunch of octopus , yet another wonderful v A light lunch of octopus , yet another wonderful version of pork, and a salmon and egg salad. At an. Great outdoor cafe, Robles Laredo in #sevilla 
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#robleslorado #seville #sevillahoy #spain #pulpo #octopus #spanishfood #spanishcuisine #eatwell #travelwell #confettitravel  #comidaespanola #comidaespañola
Boa noite de Carvoeiro! ✨. #portugal🇵🇹 #ca Boa noite de Carvoeiro!
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#portugal🇵🇹 #carvoeira #atthebeach #beachsunsets #algarveportugal #algarvecoast #algarvetourism #praia #praiadecarvoeiro
Walking makes you hungry! Yet another fabulous mea Walking makes you hungry! Yet another fabulous meal, this time lunch, at Restaurante Rocha Mar. I still haven’t had a number of Portuguese dishes I need to have (including some Italian versions I grew up with, like SARDINES!) But I really had a taste for pasta and my carbonara did not disappoint.
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And as always, throughout this trip, our hosts have been incredibly gracious, conversational and just so pleasant.
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#rochamar #italianfood #alfanzina #portugal🇵🇹 #algarveportugal #algarvecoast #algarverestaurants #confettitravel #portuguesefood #eatwelllivewell
Explored on foot yesterday and today, mostly walki Explored on foot yesterday and today, mostly walking the rock rims and inland trails just above. Of course, we’d seen these same cliffs from the water the day before. Walking from #carvoeiro to #benegil really isn’t that far. But when you meander the trails and walk up and down the road formations (where safe and possible!) and stop  to cool off by dipping into the water … it made for a wonderful, sun-kissed day! !
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#portugal #portugal🇵🇹 #algarveportugal #algarvecoast #algarvetourism #takeahike #walkwalk #confettitravel #cliffside #cliffwalk
More loveliness, grace and historical interest fro More loveliness, grace and historical interest from the Convento de São Paulo.
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#portugal #portugal🇵🇹 #alentejo #alentejolovers #portugesetiles @hotelconventosaopaulo #historichotels #visitportugal #visitalentejo #uniquehotels #bestplacestovisit #alentejo #confettitravel #womentravelers #historic
Yet another fabulous dinner in Portugal! Arroz de Yet another fabulous dinner in Portugal! Arroz de Marisco at a Casa do Pao in Carvoeiro served the wonderful stewpot of seafood rice. Our dish for two included sooo much crab, including four crab claws and “knuckles, buff shrimp, little shrimp, mussels and oh! The broth and rice. Salads musta and of course, olives and bread. We had an espresso and their little ice cream treat, and took home what will be lunch.
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Truly, we’ve yet to have a meal that wasn’t delicious or service that wasn’t pleasant, friendly and skilled.
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#portugal #portugal🇵🇹 #carvoeiro #algarveportugal #portuguesefood #portugesecuisine #seafood #seafoodlovers #arrozdemarisco #acasadopao #acasadopão #confettitravel
When you’re in Portugal’s Algarve, you MUST ge When you’re in Portugal’s Algarve, you MUST get out on the water and see the caves. Our little group of eight had a wonder hour and a half tour up the coast. We went in and out of caves, got too all the trails above the caves we hope to hike tomorrow, and enjoyed the cool breeze and warm sun! Our caption and guide helped make it a fun trip.
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Nice job, @carvoeirocaves !
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#boatride #algarveportugal #carvoeiro #caves #beachcaves #portugal #bytheocean #atlantic #atlanticocean🌊 #beaches #beachtown
Incredible, memorable dinner at O Ermita, the Conv Incredible, memorable dinner at O Ermita, the Convento de São Paulo’s fine dining restaurant.
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Our server, Jorge Roberto, and restaurant #sommelier Fabio Nico orchestrated a magnificent meal, complete with perfect wine pairings. And as was one of my goals, I learned quite a bit about Alentejo wines.
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Like the rest of this historic monastery, the restaurant is a must on your visit to this region of Portugal!
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@hotelconventosaopaulo #portugal #portugesefood #alentejo #alentejowines #portuguesewines #foodie #memorabletrip #confettitravel
From Arriolos, we went in search of the megalitico From Arriolos, we went in search of the megaliticos dos Almendres. We didn’t find much on these sites, but it’s the largest megalithic monument in the Iberian peninsula. It also said it was one of the oldest of humanities monuments in Europe. These are about 7500 years old. This is at the time when homeo sapiens first started staying put, making homes, and farming.
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As it turns out, there’s a network of sites in this area, in other parts of Portugal, and actually quite a few in Spain, Italy, etc. But by far Portugal has the most and supposedly the oldest.
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I’ll have more to say about this because it was so fascinating, but enjoy a peek!
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#megaliths #portugal #visitportugal #prehistory #prehistoric #almendres #evora #évora #evoraportugal #prehistoriclife #recinto
My stay at the Convent of São Paulo in the Alente My stay at the Convent of São Paulo in the Alentejo region of Portugal is one to remember and will always be one of the most unique and special places in which I’ve stayed!
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This is a family owned property. There are 2,400 acres, and the property encompasses the monastery and a working farm, with cork trees, olives, citrus and livestock. There are hiking trails and two swimming pools and tennis courts.
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The property was purchased in 1993. But was built initially in 1182. Yes; 1182. The property was added on in 1400, 1578, and 1796. Quite a bit is known about the history and it’s fascinating. 
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There are some 50k blue and white tiles, and some of the makers were well know for their craft. The floors are stone and tile. There is extensive marble from nearby Estremoz. I stayed in one of the monk’s rooms.
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But wait, trust me there’s more! 😉
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@hotelconventosaopaulo #historichotels #visitportugal #visitalentejo #uniquehotels #bestplacestovisit #alentejo #confettitravel #womentravelers #historic
Great dinner tonight at Liberty Kitchen, an Italia Great dinner tonight at Liberty Kitchen, an Italian restaurant in Lisbon’s Sao Mamede, not far off the Avenida da Liberdade. Michelin star Chef Silvio Armani delivered two luscious pasta dishes. A tagliatelle veal ragu for companion and a fresh seafood cavatelli pasta for me. Olives, wonderful fresh house ground, house-made fresh bread, crackers and pasta. Wine and espresso and all this after snacking out day through Lisbon’s Belem barrio. A wonderful last day in #lisboa . So much more to share ne so much fun!
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#lisbon #lisbonportugal #lisbonfood @liberta.kitchen #portuguesefood #italianfoodinportugal #confettitravel #justgoodfood #pastapasta #pastalover #visitlisboa #visitlisbon
Arrive early for a gallery opening g? No problem! Arrive early for a gallery opening g? No problem! Time for a #cake and #coffee break!
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#coffeelover @arasdasara #chocolatecake #lisbon #lisboaportugal #portuguesefood #confettitravel  #dessert #dessertbreak #coffeebreaks #espressohit #espressodoble #barrioalto
One of our earliest dinners, but we were hungry fo One of our earliest dinners, but we were hungry for a lighter meal when we returned by train to Lisbon after a full day in Sintra!
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Just across the Rosario train station, we bee-lined 😉 to Pinoquio, a lovely seafood restaurant.
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The jar of hot oil? The tip came from someone the table over — and then we noticed how popular it was!
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And by the way; every meal should include a good crusty bread and olives!
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#vegetablepaella #seafoodsoup #vinhotinto #tinto #crustybread #olives #lisbonfood #portuguesefood @pinoquiolisboa
Another day of burning shoe leather—many many st Another day of burning shoe leather—many many steps just exploring the colorful and vibrant city of Lisboa! Metro passes includes fares on trains, buses , the trans and the funiculars, also known as the Ascensors. Just blocks from our hotel, we ride up to Miradouro Sao Pedro de Alacantara. The park allowed us sweeping views of sone of the same views we saw from Castelo de Sao Jorge — but from the other side!!
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Another beautiful day. From the funicular and the park, we took the tram, hopping on, hopping off and just wandering.
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The hills in Lisbon are for REAL! The perfect excuse for coffee and cake or pastry stops, IMO!
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#lisbon #lisboa #trams #lisbonportugal #funicular #ascensor #ascensorgloria #walkwalkwalk #visitportugal
Dinner last night at @cervejariaribadouro … or a Dinner last night at @cervejariaribadouro … or at least their little outdoor restaurant in front. Perfect night for a relaxed meal just across from the park and just blocks from our hotel.
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I had a specialty from the Alentejo region— pork and clams with fried potatoes on the side. The broth had flavors from both meats and you know each morsel of potatoes got dipped in it as well.
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The fillet was perfected cooked and oh so tender and sure, why not add a fried egg in top!
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Loving the good, affordable wines and beers as well!
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#lisbon #lisboa🇵🇹 #ribaduero #lisbonportugal #lisbonfood #lisboafood #portuguesefood #confettitravel
Lisbon’s Castelo de Sao Jorge, or is not to be Lisbon’s Castelo de Sao Jorge, or  is not to be missed. Creating the city, it’s a steep climb (or take a open air cab or a bus) with much to see on your way up. The castle is in the Moorish Alfama district. The district survived the massive 1755 earthquake and is still very much a neighborhood. 
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The castle was constructed by the Moors, but before that, the site was fortified by the Visigoths and the Romans. It’s a magnificent thing to see.
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Oh, I could go on and on with all I’ve learned!
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#lisbonportugal #peacocks ##stgeorgescastle #castles #castelos #castelodesaojorge #castelodesaojorge🇵🇹 #traveltuesday #travelwritersuniversity #ifwtwa1 #confettitravel
Peacocks are everywhere at the Castelo de Sao Jorg Peacocks are everywhere at the Castelo de Sao Jorge!
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Such an amazing history and such a beautiful setting, but sometimes it’s the little things.
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#lisbonportugal #peacocks ##stgeorgescastle #castles #castelos #castelodesaojorge #castelodesaojorge🇵🇹 #littlethingsmatter
Promise I’ll get back to Madrid, but four first Promise I’ll get back to Madrid, but four first morning in Lisbon has started off well. Great coffee, savory pastries, and my first (of many, I’m sure) pastel natas.
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I’ve been looking forward to pastel natas because I remember them from Macau, China (which was colonized by the Portuguese oh so long ago) and I had to see how they’d be the same or different. Both are good ; this was better! There’s a reason they’re so popular!
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Onward to Alfama district!
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At Pomarense on the Avenida de Liberdade.
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#portugal🇵🇹 #portugal #lisbonportugal #lisbonfood #breakfast #confettitravel #pasteisdenata #pastéisdenata
Retiro Park is a wonderful gift for the people of Retiro Park is a wonderful gift for the people of Madrid and all visitors. Stroll, people watch, row a boat on the little lake, let the kids run, tree bathe, stop for a quick lunch or a snack. Not to be missed!
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#retiropark #retiromadrid #realmadrid #strollinthepark #walkwalkwalk #iloveparks #cityparks #confettitravel #madridparques #parquedelretiro

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