Blogs from North America - page 7

When people are headed to Monterey, most of us really mean Carmel, or Pebble Beach. Hardly anyone goes to Monterey. Even fewer actually stay in Monterey, where the charm is definitely lacking compared to her more elegant big sisters, Carmel and Pebble Beach. Yes, Monterey is an ugly duckling of sorts, but perhaps it deserves a closer look. Monterey is home to the famous Monterey Bay Aquarium, Cannery Row, Fisherman's Wharf, and the Monterey Bay Marine Sanctuary. It also hosts the famous Monterey Jazz Festival, known the world over. Some hidden gems include: Dennis the Menace Park, a favorite of my kids when they were younger, the Monterey Bay Coastal Trail, the Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca, Old Monterey (downtown), and even two golf courses. Monterey also boasts many boring facts. The population is just under 30,000 ... read more

The Valley of Happyness. Known greater widely because the Male Valley (or Vail Valley). Some who stay down valley refer to it as Eagle Valley. Starting at the threshold of East Vail wherein Vail Pass descends and persevering with into Eagle-Vail, Avon, Edwards, Gypsum, and Eagle. The Valley of Happyness. Wonderful winters. Beautiful summers. No offense. Not ill. Not one "horrific" community. No minorities. Absent culture. Like something out of a e-book; in a dream, perhaps. Everybody is stunning." The Valley of Happyness. Once, a near pal said, "This location pierces your soul." This location pierces the soul of anyone, in a single way or another, for higher or unwell. The Valley of Happyness. My house between September 2010 and April 2011. A file 524" of snow have been stated in Vail! Being a ski bum ... read more

We learn about Herbert Hoover's Shaker ancestry, his early profession as a mining engineer and businessman, and his later career as President and a humanitarian in global wars throughout our go to to the Hoover Presidential Library in West Branch, Iowa. We excursion the Shaker assembly residence that has been conserved on the Library grounds as well as the extraordinarily modest Hoover own family home. After that, we take a journey to the neighboring Amana colonies, founded in 1855 by using German immigrants who had the utopian imaginative and prescient of a at the same time supporting religious society. They selected this vicinity because of changed into considerable farmland, and their artistry received them recognition. They persevered to stay as a community until 1932, while dire economic instances pressured them to dissolve. Numerous structures and handicrafts ... read more

Couples adore going on romantic honeymoon retreatsbecause they offer a wonderful opportunity to celebrate love, build stronger connections, and see beautiful places. Planning the perfect retreat requires thoughtful consideration of various elements, including location, timing, activities, and accommodations, ensuring every moment is steeped in romance and personal significance. Here are some suggestions to help craft enduring, loving memories that will last a lifetime. Choosing Your Dream Destination Choosing a location that speaks to you both is the first step in organizing your romantic getaway. Think about whether you picture a peaceful beach vacation, an exciting mountain trip, or a fascinating city break. Consider your favorite temperatures, the scenery that moves you, and the things that both o... read more

Though I once considered myself a "frequent flyer", I would say that I am now a rather infrequent flyer. In other words, I don't have the same good habits that made flying easier for me. Everyone has hints for making flying easier, as does Travel & Leisure's most recent article. Here are seven of their suggestions, along with some of my own: Hire airport greeters-I have never done this before. It might be a good idea in a foreign country, particularly if you don't know the language, airport layout, and have severe time constraints and too much baggage. Pack like pros-I am pretty good at this. I have travel specific clothing and sundries. I use a color theme, usually blue, sometimes black, and once in a while, brown. But as I get older, I tend to ... read more