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- Tobago: An Episode of ‘As the Island Turns’The year after Barbados, we visited Tobago. Tobago wasn’t heavily developed. It was quiet, tropical, and known for its beautiful beaches. At that time, it was the preferred holiday destination for European men traveling with their mistresses the week between Christmas and New Years. …
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- World Equestrian Center, Ocala: Where Hoofbeats and Luxury MeetHorses don’t overthink the open gate—they simply move through it. What began as a day trip turned into an overnight stay at the Riding Academy Hotel. Traveling solo offers the freedom to change plans and lean into the unexpected. That confidence wasn’t built overnight. …
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- Venice: Sun, Sand, and a Thirsty GhostMy trip to Venice, Florida began as a meaningful mission tied to a deeply personal project. Years ago, while sorting through my late mother-in-law’s belongings, I discovered a remarkable World War I poster printed in Port Talbot, Wales. It features my mother‑in‑law, Hannah, alongside …
- Coastal Cowgirl: Wastin’ Away on MargaritavilleA friend once said, “I want to travel with you once… just to see what unfolds.” My vacations do tend to drift into the unpredictable. I had a perfectly reasonable Miami and Lauderdale travel plan… then an ad floated across my screen, and suddenly, …
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- Barbados — The Beach Ride and the Pharmaceutical TaxiBarbados was a long-standing bucket-list island, so we finally booked a stay at Coconut Creek in St. James, a small cliff-top hotel on Barbados’ west coast. A staircase wound down to the beach below, where sailboats rested on the sand waiting for the day’s …
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