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22 Best Drinks Around the World: Travel Spots to Quench Your Thirst
Best Drinks Around the World One way to really get to know a place is to drink and eat. The best cocktails around the world are ones that have local ingredients or has a history or tradition unlike anywhere else. When you drink these drinks, you should be transported directly back to your vacation. I’ve included both boozy and non alcoholic suggestions so everyone can go gulp. Whiskey in Scotland The Scots know their whiskies. Two things to remember about Scotch, it’s made from malted Barley and don’t add an “e” in Scottish Whisky. Want to try Scotland’s “other national drink”? Often when I’m in another country I love checking…
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14 Best Vacation Destinations for Book Nerds
Book nerds pack your bags, here are the best places to visit that are book-centric locations. Bibliophiles will appreciate each of these destinations as an inspiration for your next book based vacation. Get lost in a good book and then get lost in a new place. Here is a list of 14 places where I’ve found unique bookshops or libraries that made my trip more memorable. With each city I’ve included a travel tip to help you start to organize your own itinerary. Plan your vacation to some of these popular destinations and then make sure to add a stop at these libraries or bookshops while you are in town!…
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18 of the World’s Best Beaches
The earth is made up of over 70% water and almost 95% of that water is made up of oceans. With all that surf and sand, there are countless choices of beaches and as a self proclaimed beach bum, I’ve encounter many. Here is a round up of 18 of the world’s best beaches according to Speck on the Globe. Zanzibar Wow. That may be the first and only exclamation you’ll need to describe this Tanzanian island. It’s totally unique with Swahili & Islamic influences that help to shape the spice trade routes from long ago. For the size there are dozens of sweet spots, don’t forget to spend some…
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15 favorites of 2015
Ok, so it’s a good thing the years keep getting bigger in number because my opportunities and experiences keep getting better. The end of the year is the best time for me to reflect on what I’ve worked for each year, and look back on the opportunities that make me feel the most thankful and happy. Up, up, up AND away in Myanmar, Spain AND Turkey The first 31 years of my life I had lived without stepping foot into a hot air balloon and just like that, I got the chance to take not one, not two, but three incredible rides. Each overlooking a different landscape, iconic and unique…
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Pining for Portugal, a perfect weekend in Porto
The Algarve has the beaches and coastal charm, Lisbon has the culture and city living, but Porto has history and for me much of the heart of Portugal. You could spend enough time walking through the city just exploring but here are some recommendations of some of my favorite things I stumbled on while in this UNESCO World Heritage city during my weekend in Porto. Get Lost A small old city, Porto winds through narrow alleyways towards the Duoro River. The Ribeira is the soul and historic center of the city, the best place to see beauty by the river, colorful tiles and crumbling old buildings. By night it’s a…
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Urban Art: Portuguese Street Art In Lisbon
There is no doubt that although it is a city known for it’s hills, Lisbon is for walkers. There are far too many small neighborhoods with winding streets to not go and explore by foot. The architecture is unique, the people watching unprecedented and to top it off, there is phenomenal street art around every corner. Lisbon is a serious triple threat. The city is a virtual open gallery, but to find a lot of the larger and more famous pieces be prepared to cover a lot of ground. I met a Portuguese guy who was working for a tour company and he offered to give me a private street…
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Snapshot Sunday: Streets of Lisbon Portugal
I love people watching, it is my main hobby when in a city and Lisbon, Portugal is a wonderful place for it. There is nothing better than being in town, sitting at a cafe, enjoying a drink or a meal and watching passersby. I often craft stories in my mind about where people are going, what they are doing or thoughts of who these fictional characters might be. I spotted this sweet little old man buying flowers at a shop next to where I was having breakfast and I envisioned him heading home, bringing the bouquet as a surprise for his wife who was cooking them a Sunday dinner. I…
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Storybook Sintra, a Palace in Portugal
The palace that was a creation of King Ferdinand II is like a fairytale upon a hill which is fitting because Sinta, the small town below, is like that out of a storybook. I decided to walk up through the park but the climb was much steeper than I had anticipated. Note: wearing a dress and sandals may not be appropriate attire for hiking about in the forest. My strenuous work in improper clothing paid off however, because as I ascended, this bright, fanciful building popped through the tree line. I was alone in the wilderness and it was as if I had just stepped into a fable and uncovered…
