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Exploring the Beauty of Crete, Greece

Exploring the Beauty of Crete, Greece

I recommend visiting the Greek Islands by sea, sailing them.  And when exploring the beauty of Crete plenty of sailing opportunities exist, but I learned it would take you the better part of a week to sail around Crete itself. It’s big. Crete, Greece’s Big Island Crete is the biggest Greek Island and 5th largest […]

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The Bucket List Sunset Sunday, Santorini, Greece

The Bucket List Sunset Sunday, Santorini, Greece

We all have our places we want to see, want to visit, want to holiday. Santorini tops many lists. The luxurious Greek Island is a bucket list destination and after my extended stay earlier this September, I can confirm it not only doesn’t disappoint, but even exceeds expectations. The views are simply stunning. The Santorini […]

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Sunset Sunday, A Quantum Sunset at Sea

Sunset Sunday, A Quantum Sunset at Sea

Last month, I accepted the invitation to sail two nights on Royal Caribbean’s new ship, the Quantum of the Seas.The “Smart Ship” designed to take a Quantum Leap forward definitely impressed with its advancements across all offerings including  from RipCord by iFly skydiving simulation, the North Star (a 360 degree view of the cruise ship […]

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Sunset Sunday, The 7th Avenue Manhattan Sunset

Sunset Sunday, The 7th Avenue Manhattan Sunset

I’ve traveled many places, visited many cities, but there is something special to New York. Intangibles among the countless tangibles make New York such a special city. But, I am not sure many people think of even catching a sunset when in New York. Let’s face it, there is so much else to catch. And […]

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Sunset Sunday, Lock in the Love for a Dublin Sunset

Sunset Sunday, Lock in the Love for a Dublin Sunset

When I say “Dublin” I am guessing the first word that comes to mind is not “sunset.” I am not surprised, but I imagine a few people might think of the word “love.” Whether it is a love for the city, love for the Irish or just love for a pint of Guinness; love is […]

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Tasting Chilaquiles Verde in the Riviera Maya and Yucatan

Tasting Chilaquiles Verde in the Riviera Maya and Yucatan

When I travel to Mexico breakfast often, if not always, translates to Chilaquiles Verde. Every trip and everywhere I dedicate one morning (if not more) to tasting my favorite Mexican Breakfast dish. What are Chilaquiles? Simply stated, the dish originates from a peasant’s meal (as many great dishes do) with “day old” tortilla chips baked, […]

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Sunset Sunday – Just Be at Sunset in Cozumel, Mexico

Sunset Sunday – Just Be at Sunset in Cozumel, Mexico

It was my first time back to Cozumel since I was a kid in the 80s. I wondered what changed, what I’d remember and if I’d be able to catch a Cozumel sunset on the water. As much as I love the Riviera Maya and its Caribbean sea climate, culture and cuisine, I do find […]

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Confirmed by Locals, The Best Sunset View in Zaragoza – El Pilar

Confirmed by Locals, The Best Sunset View in Zaragoza – El Pilar

Go where the locals go. Travel like a local. We all say we want the following, but do we actually do it? Do we ask for advice? Do you? Well, I always ask locals where to view the sunset and my question was rewarded when I asked in Zaragoza, Spain.  I appreciated the moment so […]

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