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Published November 15, 2011 at 7:00 am |  Email This Post
Whenever I travel, I love spoiling myself with food. I eat pretty plainly at home. It’s a money-saving technique. But as soon as I travel and discover a quaint, little Main Street… I’m all over those little boutique shops like “flies on stink” (as my dad once said)! Such was the case on a trip to Madison, Wisconsin when I stumbled upon Fromagination.
Fromagination included one of the four major food groups…
- Chocolate
- Bread & Oil
- Wine
- Cheese
I could eat cheese forever. My favorite… bleu cheese and smoked gouda. And where better to get cheese in the United States than Wisconsin!
Published June 20, 2011 at 7:00 am | Email This Post
I was returning home from Vancouver via the U.S. Border Crossing in Washington State and encountered this sign. Iconic American landmarks welcomed our return home:
- The U.S. Flag
- The Statue of Liberty
- The U.S. Capitol Building
- Mount Rushmore
- The Golden Gate Bridge
- The Seattle Space Needle
While waiting for the endless queue to advance, I contemplated this sign for a bit. I suppose it’s because I do so much international travel, I don’t ever think about U.S. Travel. France has the Eiffel Tower, Australia the Opera House and Uluru, Egypt the Pyramids and the list goes on and on. But what represents America?
Published June 7, 2011 at 7:00 am | Email This Post
I once had a trip to Junction City, Kansas. Junction City is about a 2-hour drive west of Kansas City, Kansas. Close your eyes and imagine what Junction City must be like. Okay, open them. Junction City is just like you imagined.
Beyond the rolling hills of the countryside rests this small town. Dinner choices included Denny’s, a Subway and that Chinese Restaurant (truth be told, I found a nicer place on my third night in town). When I asked a local where I should eat, they were very delighted to share with me that Olive Garden would be opening soon – but that it wasn’t open yet.
Published March 28, 2011 at 7:00 am | Email This Post
Hey Adventurers,
I’m excited to share today’s post with you. This Thursday, March 31st, The Weather Channel is debuting an all-new show From the Edge with Peter Lik and there’s something in it for you!*
From the Edge with Peter Lik
Peter is an Aussie who is known for his stunning nature photography. In his new show, he’ll be taking viewers across the United States to places like Hawaii, Alaska, Montana and Arizona to capture the best in travel, nature and weather photography. Of course, you can expect the power of nature to play a role in his adventures across the country.
Published February 11, 2011 at 7:00 am | Email This PostVisiting McDonald’s while you travel is always a fun, quick adventure. Whether it’s discovering if the food tastes different or sampling new menu items you’ll always discover a lesson in America, Capitalism or International Business. But you don’t always have to travel abroad to be surprised.
I was in Spartanburg, SC a few years back and came across the Ten Commandments posted above Ronald McDonald.
At first glance, I thought they were the 10 Commandments of the Golden Arches. Ya know, things like:
- Thou shall not steal your neighbors burger a la the Hamburgerler
Published December 21, 2010 at 7:00 am | Email This Post
Having blogged about travel for 15 months, I’ve reached a milestone where PR folks flood my box with pitches for stories – most of them not of any interest to me (or you). But an offer to read Drive I-95, a book by Stan and Sandra Posner, caught my attention. Having driven that stretch of highway many times from my home state of Massachusetts all the way to Florida, I can tell you that it’s not pleasant. It’s long, boring and takes two full days with little to look forward to.
Published August 31, 2010 at 7:00 am | Email This Post
Where is Block Island?
I grew up only 90 minutes from Block Island, Rhode Island’s summer getaway, but never went there. The excuse always was, “I can go there anytime”. While a valid excuse, it turns out anytime meant never. I took it for granted. And now that I live in Orlando, I can’t just take a day trip to Block Island. So on a recent trip home to Massachusetts, my brother and I visited this tiny island off Rhode Island’s Coast.
Today’s post will be shared in pictures (and for more photos of Block Island, you can visit my Facebook Fan Page Block Island Photo Album).
Published August 30, 2010 at 7:00 am | Email This PostOn which island might you find a sign like this on your home?
Find out tomorrow.
I’ll see you out there…!
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Published July 22, 2010 at 7:00 am | Email This Post
It’s nice to be surprised. Such was the case in Baton Rouge last week. I had a few hours of free time after lunch and wandered throughout downtown. Just for the fun of it, my travel partner and I decided to wander into the Capitol Building. We were glad we did. Today’s post features a photo tour of the history we discovered…
Our first stop was the Senate Chamber. With the doors wide open we were able to take a peak inside.
The Sargent at Arms even showed us an explosive piece of history, literally.
Published June 9, 2010 at 7:00 am | Email This PostI’m arriving home today to the United States of America after 48 days in South Africa. It’s always sad to leave South Africa, but there’s truly no place like home. 48 days is a long time to be away. I’ve given up a lot to complete this special project and I want to first thank my partner Brian for supporting me and my world travels. While I’m globe trotting he’s taking care of our dog Scampy, our fish Nemo and everything else to keep the house in tip-top shape. So I’m very much looking forward to returning to him. In addition, there are a lot of other things I’ve missed that I’m looking forward to. In no particular order…
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