Travel Memories
I love to travel, and as soon as my trip is done I begin planning my next adventure. Having a vacation planned always gives you…
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Get ready for fun! I’ve been traveling all over the world for years and years, taking pictures and exploring different places and this is where…
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Katz’s Delicatessen – New York City
A New York City landmark, Katz’s Delicatessen, has been serving up delicious pastrami and corned beef sandwiches, and other deli specialties, since 1888. On this…
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World Trade Center Memorial – New York City
The financial center of the United States, if not the world, is the site of the World Trade Center Memorial / Museum and the new…
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Balthazar Restaurant – New York City
If you’re looking for a fantastic restaurant in NY City then be sure to make your reservations at Balthazar. Delicious French inspired cuisine and wines await!…
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The Empire State Building – New York City
Yours truly, standing on top of the world at the observation deck of the Empire State Building in New York City. What a great day…
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The Island Hotel – Newport Beach California
When I vacation in Newport Beach one of the hotels I enjoy staying at in the Island Hotel located at Fashion Island. It’s a beautiful…
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California Bear Flag Fish Company – Newport Beach California
At Crystal Cove right on Pacific Coast Highway between Newport and Laguna is one of my favorite places for fresh seafood, California Bear Flag Fish…
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Crystal Cove State Beach – Newport Beach California
My favorite Southern California beach is Crystal Cove State Beach. Located between Newport Beach and Laguna, Crystal Cove is a hidden gem that is mostly…
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San Francisco Cable Cars
Getting around the City of San Francisco is so easy thanks to the great transportation options. Perhaps the most famous is the San Francisco trolley.…
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Dojima Ann Japanese Restaurant – San Francisco
While visiting San Francisco I made a plan to eat at my favorite Japanese restaurant Dojima Ann. It was within easy walking distance of my…
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Delfina Restaurant – San Francisco California
On a tip from a twitter follower I made reservations for dinner at Delfina in San Francisco. Delfina is a Northern Italian inspired trattoria with…
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Cemetery Tour – New Orleans
New Orleans is famous for cemeteries that contain beautiful above ground burial mausoleums. Many of the cemeteries are haunted according to local folk lore. While…
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New Orleans – Sights Around Town
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The Garden District – New Orleans
A great walking tour in New Orleans can be had in the area of town known as the Garden District. Beautiful old homes and gardens.…
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Felix’s Restaurant and Oyster Bar – New Orleans
Felix’s Restaurant and Oyster Bar – New Orleans Stopped in at Felix’s for some oysters and cold drinks. Felix’s Restaurant and Oyster Bar -…
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Cafe Du Monde – New Orleans
Cafe Du Monde – New Orleans Beignets are New Orleans style doughnuts made famous by the Cafe Du Monde. The Cafe is a landmark in…
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Po Boy Sandwich – New Orleans
Po Boy Sandwich – New Orleans New Orleans is home of the famous ‘Po Boy’ sandwich. Enjoying a crab po boy here at the French…
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New Orleans – The Waterfront
New Orleans – The Waterfront New Orleans – The Waterfront New Orleans – The Waterfront New Orleans – The Waterfront New Orleans – The Waterfront…
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Courtyard By Marriott – French Quarter – New Orleans
For my visit to New Orleans I booked the Courtyard By Marriott on Iberville Street in the French Quarter on Expedia and got a great…
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Bourbon Street – New Orleans
The world famous Bourbon Street of the New Orleans French Quarter. The French Quarter is home to numerous bars, restaurants, and shops, and a wild…
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Lunch at NOLA Smokehouse – New Orleans
In New Orleans I visited the NOLA Smokehouse for a late lunch and ordered the smokehouse platter. Yes, it is as good as it looks.…
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The Natchez Steam Ship – New Orleans Louisiana
While visiting New Orleans I took a ride on the Natchez, an authentic riverboat powered by steam engine. The riverboat is propelled by paddle wheel…
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Washington DC – Sights Around Town
The Washington Monument. The monument opened in 1885, measuring at 555 feet tall is dedicated to the United States first President George Washington. Washington DC…
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Smithsonian Institution – Museum of Natural History – Washington DC
Smithsonian Institution – Museum of Natural History – Washington DC Smithsonian Institution – Museum of Natural History – Washington DC Smithsonian Institution – Museum of…
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The Korean War Memorial – Washington DC
The Korean War Memorial, dedicated in 1995 to the men and women in the armed services that were lost during the Korean War.
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Smithsonian Institution – National Air and Space Museum – Washington, DC
Made up of 15 separate museums the National Air and Space Museum is just one of the museums that make up the Smithsonian Institution. The Air…
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The Vietnam Memorial – Washington DC
The Vietnam Memorial sits on the National Mall in Washington DC and is dedicated to those who lost their lives during the Vietnam War. The…
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The JW Marriott – Washington DC
The JW Marriott – Washington DC This trip I booked the JW Marriott in downtown Washington DC. The address is 1331 Pennsylvania Avenue. Sound familiar?…
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Arlington National Cemetery – The Nation’s Most Hallowed Ground
Arlington National Cemetery sits across the Potomac River from Washington DC and is reserved for America’s fallen heroes. The cemetery was established at the end of…
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Washington Union Station – Washington DC
I took the hop on, hop off bus tour while in DC and one of the stops was the Washington Union Station. Inside the trains…
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The Jefferson Memorial – Washington DC
Dedicated to Thomas Jefferson the third President of the United States, this beautiful memorial built in 1943 of the classic Greek/Roman style. The Jefferson Memorial…
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Chinatown – Washington DC
Chinatown – Washington DC Starbucks in Chinatown. Chinatown – Washington DC This area of DC has some great restaurants. Chinatown – Washington DC The Chinese…
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Food Trucks in Washington DC
Food Trucks in Washington DC Some of the best meals I had in DC were off the food trucks. They line up like a modern…
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Apollo Lunar Suit – The Smithsonian – National Air and Space Museum – Washington DC
On display at the National Air and Space Museum is the original space suit worn by Astronaut David Scott on the Apollo 15 mission to…
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Dinner at Filomena’s – Washington DC (Georgetown)
In Georgetown is a fantastic Italian restaurant called Filomena’s. You know it’s going to be great as soon as you enter and see grandma making…
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The Lincoln Memorial – Washington DC
On the west end of The National Mall stands the memorial to the nation’s 16th President, Abraham Lincoln. The Memorial is a magnificent structure, and…
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The White House – Washington DC
The White House – Washington DC The residency of the President of the United States and perhaps the most widely known symbol of freedom in…
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Travel Day
Travel day can be both exciting and anxious. A few tips before you get on that plane. Give yourself plenty of time to get to…
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The Saguaro Cactus – Arizona The saguaro cactus is the symbol of the southwest desert. This specimen with it’s multiple arms may be as old…
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San Francisco California – Sights Around Town
The shopping district at night. San Francisco California – Sights Around Town Trolley turn around. San Francisco California – Sights Around Town Electric bus. San…
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Built in 1969 the Transamerica Building is a San Francisco skyline landmark. Over 1000 feet tall the building known as the Pyramid can bee seen…
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Fisherman’s Wharf – San Francisco California
The world famous Fisherman’s Wharf in San Francisco is a tourist must see when visiting. Seafood restaurants and souvenir shops are very popular here. Fisherman’s…
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Crystal Cove Beach, California
Crystal Cove, one of Southern California’s most beautiful beaches remains unspoiled and uncrowded even during the busy summer beach season. Crystal Cove Wildlife Beach Squirrels
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