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Mother’s Day Music Play List
Gift-giving brings to mind "stuff". Flowers, jewelry, clothing; those things we can hold and touch. Showing your love and appreciation for the mom's in your life doesn't have to be the same old thing over again. How about giving her a playlist of your favorite mom...
A Ghost On Cabretta Beach
A Ghost On Cabretta Beach While walking on Cabretta beach I saw something moving quickly across the sand. What was that? First it was there...then it was gone. Scurrying by again I was fast enough to get a photo before it disappeared into a burrow. It's a crab but...
Selfies – the new word of mouth
Selfies may seem like a trend emerging alongside the advancement of technology, but the art of self-portraits has been around for centuries. Some of earliest selfie photographs can be traced back to the year 1900 and people sat for portrait paintings long before that....
Cool New Tourist Attractions
From the article "World's Coolest New Tourist Attractions 2015" on Travel + Leisure. There are 25 total attractions on the list, but we narrowed it down to a couple that sound really fun to us. We think you and your family will love them too. Canadian Museum for Human...
Backpacks – Pack ’em right!
Hiking is a great way to connect with nature. You want nothing to interfere with your experience or your ability to stay healthy and safe. One way to maintain your health and safety is to pack properly with gear that supports your trip and what you wish to...
Glamping – Camp in style & luxury
Enjoying the great outdoors and sleeping under the stars - now that's living. And my favorite is sleeping under a full moon! There’s nothing like being one with nature. But you know, sleeping under the stars can have a bad rap. Building fire, pitching a tent, cooking...
Cruise Time
Cruise wave season sounds like an exotic time to set sail. Picture the beautiful blue water, gentle waves and you enjoying a poolside chaise. Before you jump on board, there are a few things to consider when selecting a cruise. We gathered several tips from our...
Spring Break – Let’s Go!
It's time to kick winter to the curb, get out and enjoy your favorite destinations. The Travel Bags team is ready to hit the road. Here's where we're going. Olivia's suggestions: Sea Island - Home to four Five-Star award winning locations: The Cloister (hotel) at...
Deals and more deals with Leslie’s Lane
Who doesn't love a great travel deal - the answer is everyone wants to find great savings for their vacations. Consumer blogger and author Leslie Royal has information from deals to free stuff - all for the discerning traveler who wants to get the most from their...
Keep travel easy with Apps
Planning a trip can be overwhelming even for the most seasoned traveler. No matter how thoroughly you prepare, there are elements still out of your control. Luckily, there are quick and accessible solutions at our fingertips. Travel apps that range from monitoring our...
Let’s Get Away For a Little Romance
When many of us think of a romantic getaway, we often envision a far off place – a centuries-old castle in the mountains or a beachside villa on a private island. But these seemingly out-of-reach destinations represent a small portion of what the world has to offer. A...
Black History Month Things To do
Looking for a way to learn more, honor icons and continue the legacy of many who fought for equality? Here's a list to things to do near the Gainesville, Georgia area. There is so much history around the U.S. and around the world. Share what's a "must see" in your...
A Love Letter To Pensacola, Florida
Dear Pensacola, I fell in love with you before I can remember. My dad grew up in the area and my grandma still lives in that house. I’ve been visiting you since I was a baby and every memory I have of you is a happy one. More than anything, you feel like home. My dad...
A Love Letter To Hong Kong
Dear Hong Kong, You are truly the “love of my life city”. With your bright twinkling lights, bustling harbor and high-octane street life – you captured me from the very start. My first trip in 1980 welcomed me with the spicy scented air of a vibrant city that knows no...
A Love Letter To The Valley, Anguilla
A Love Letter from Brenda O'Neale, a Travel Agent specializing in Destination Weddings, Honeymoons and romance travel. Dear The Valley, I fell in love with you in 1980 the first time I visited. My sons' Godfather was the Minister of Finance at the time and...