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What the Helsinki? Shared to me by my 78 year old Mom! (really!) She's just adorable. I'm like, Mom..."We're teachers we get more than 4 weeks off!"LOL And she's like, "why do you think I want to l live to 100?!" I'm like "I'm counting on you doing that!".....BTW, "I'm like"....she hates when I say that, former English teacher!
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http://www.thecoastalcottagede.com/Plus, three fun facts about the Chesapeake Bay Bridge.
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This is where my heart lives! Ocean View and Bethany Beach. I have to agree in a lot of what this article says! -- My beloved Coastal Cottage is in Savannah's Landing - Ocean View! My beach blog: The Coastal Cottage
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A man in eastern P.E.I. who is running what he calls Canada's Smallest Library is trying to get Guinness to declare it the smallest in the world.
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P.E.I. library - World's smallest? That would be a fun @GWR record! I'd love to visit @PEILibrary - Prince Edward Island has always been on my bucket list - now yet another reason!
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Ever wanted to know who the trivago girl was? Here are 12 things you didn't know about the new face behind trivago's advert.
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OMGosh! Thank goodness @trivago has a new spokesperson and she's delightful and NOT CREEPY like that unshaven gravelly sounding man w/ a panel van & candy guy! (
NOT that I have an opinion, mind you!)
Please let that guy slink off to Germany and his rock band and let us enjoy this charming young sheila instead! Thank you @trivago !!
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Whew! Maryland ain't on that list. But for my Aunts, Uncles, & Cousins in PA -- that's gonna be a pain!
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Salamander Resort & Spa offers the refined sophistication of a luxurious country estate in the exclusive Washington. D.C. horse and wine country,
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This property looks really intriguing. I LOVE Middleburg horse country and the charming little main street. Red Fox Tavern is also a fabulous place to visit, eat, & stay!
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"The Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) is a free service to allow U.S. citizens and nationals traveling abroad to enroll their trip with the nearest U.S. Embassy or Consulate. "
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Women's drinking rights in the 1940's - fascinating history connected to the Roosevelt Hotel
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Clandestine Gumbo setting for the Civil Rights movement Leah Chase is amazing! Try the Gumbo, but don't add hot sauce first before tasting!
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Hotel Monteleone is a four-star luxury New Orleans hotel in the French Quarter. New Orleans hotel with meeting space near the New Orleans Convention Center.
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Love this PBS Series feat.the irrepressible @richardegrant
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Great Sound Advice from Globe Trekker @BobbyChinn This kid was irkin me at first w/ his cheeky talk but he's growing on me now - once I read his background which is fascinating.
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Don't go to Derry, Maine. It's bad. Real bad. So bad it keeps showing it's ugly face in many of Stephen King's books! This is a super cool list of books by state - But I gotta say Gee Whiz,! Maryland has more than a political thrillers or spy stuff than Dan Browns' Digital Fortress! How about James Michener Chesapeake? Or Patriot Games by Clancy? What's your favourite book set in your state?
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Mindfulness is "the basic human ability to be fully present, aware of where we are and what we’re doing, and not overly reactive or overwhelmed by what’s going on around us." Consider opening your space or creating a space for meditation.
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Mindful Space in the Library | Knowledge Quest by the Amazing @AshleyCooksey2 via @HannahLittle
Mindfulness is something I'm very interested in. I think this is something we need to share with our kiddos and work on with ourselves. In a highly digital society, being IN THE MOMENT living our life and not always recording it, is a good thing.
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Discover your happiness through the extraordinary world of Vidanta. Vidanta is a collection of luxury resorts, located in seven stunning destinations along the most beautiful beaches in Mexico.
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Bachelor in Paradise Spa Spot - Super Luxy!
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Here's what you can expect from The Club At SEA, which is open to Priority Pass passengers, as well as passengers on select airlines.
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Review: The Club At SEA Seattle @SeaTacAirportAirport - Get Access with the @loungebuddy App! Thanks @zaca
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Welcome to the Coastal Cottage! Check availability and rates ! View the Coastal Cottage Picture Gallery Relax and enjoy th
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This is my happy place! The Coastal Cottage beach house in Ocean View / Bethany Beach Delaware. And because I'm not a Kardashian, you can stay here, too!
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Marriott now lets you redeem points for TSA Pre-Check enrollment. Here's why you shouldn't do it.
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Interesting take! I think it's still best to apply for TSA Pre-Chek yourself and save your points!
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Long Bay Beach Club, located on Tortola, British Virgin Islands. Perfect for families seeking an island retreat. You can dive or sail around the island's hidden treasures, or just relax in the spa.
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This place looks interesting!
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Visit the Rib Room on a Friday to get a gander of the New Orleans politicians in seer sucker suits! Features a $2 Gin Martini - Oh dear! MEN! Visit Harold, the opinionated old barber in residence for 42 years - Just delightful! Gumbo was served here FIRST!
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A historic boutique hotel in New Orleans French Quarter, the luxurious Soniat House offers beautiful antique furnishings and top-notch concierge services.
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A lovely little boutique hotel in the French Quarter "Rhapsodic Land of Enchantment"
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Bradley Cooper is a highly successful film, stage, and television actor, and he has also starred right here on Globe Trekker!
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Cool trivial. He's not hard to look at, either! Yes, please!
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Taking a trip? Interested in another part of the world?
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This was the list I was really looking for! Check out the books set in YOUR state!
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