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Here in lovely Tavira having my morning coffee in the Algarve region of Portugal. A wonderful little town and away from the Palm Beach appearance of most of the southern coast. A definite recommendation.

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Hideaways

Discover hideaways in the Presidio. This one on the Ecology trail. 

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Shakespeare in the Park and in the Parking Lot

A fantastic production of Troilus and Cressida in Central Park. Battles, special effects, wonderful interpretation and excellent acting by all.  Then if you’re up for it, head down to Delancy Street for dinner at Charrua, a Uruguayan Bistro. Just don’t … Continue reading

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Get out there for IndependenceDay

Lots of goodies to see and activities to participate in at the Marina.

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Palace of Fine Arts…or whatever

Head over to the #Palace of Fine Arts for whatever pleases you – weddings, quinceaneras, graduations, cygnets, herons…it’s a crazy mess and is a favorite venue for pics that pretend you’re in Europe!  Be prepared for crowds on a beautiful … Continue reading

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Taormina and environs 

Hanging around Taormina and enjoying the sites, sounds, sun and serenity.  We had a bit of an excursion getting here via Messina. Thinking we could take a short cut off the autostrada it became apparent that a 2 hour trip … Continue reading

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Naples and environs

It’s amazing what one can organize in a couple of days. My travel partner had to bow out 4 days before we were to head for Italy. Although traveling solo is totally fine, it’s better if planned that way. I … Continue reading

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San Joaquin Valley on Amtrak and stations along the way…recommended over driving

Richardson Bay – almost home

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San Joaquin train travel

Heading up the Valley in the San Joaquin Amtrak from Bakersfield. So far so good. Of course we haven’t left the station yet.  Train travel isn’t bad and is definitely a money saver. Wifi is provided and power at every … Continue reading

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Travel travails

It is said that if you plan to be a traveler you “need” to make the actual traveling part of the adventure.  Well, honestly, I’m trying really, really hard. Every flight where a short connection is required is on time…and … Continue reading

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