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Hong Kong: The Tian Tan Buddha and Po Lin Monastery

If Hong Kong isn’t on your list of places to visit, you must reconsider this destination with its ancient history, bustling city life, and modern architecture to accommodate the over seven million inhabitants. As the third most important financial center … Read more

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Marriott Rewards Platinum Elite Status Has Its Benefits

I participated in an Ambassador Program on behalf of Mom Central Consulting for Marriott Rewards. I received Marriott Points to facilitate my review as well as a promotional item to thank me for my participation. If you have ever traveled at all, you know that even the … Read more

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Sheshco Mediterranean Grill Offers Delicious Cuisine

Grand Rapids is one of Michigan’s most vibrant and rich cities. It’s cultural events, world-renown art, museums and historical sites  give the city a special place in my heart. Every year we attend both the Art Festival and Comedy Festival. As … Read more

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The Story of Mount Rushmore National Memorial

The legacy of our nation’s history must be carried through generations to keep ourselves humble and remember the people that built our freedom. Mount Rushmore National Memorial pays homage to our history with the busts of four of our most … Read more

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Boubouffe Mediterranean Grille in Long Beach, CA

It’s Tuesday afternoon. I find myself without my girls. They are playing with friends. I had finished up some work scouting a location where I will be photographing later this week and needed a quick bite before picking my little … Read more

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7 Underwater Hotels Fit for a Mermaid

As a kid, one of my favorite dreams was gliding through the sea as a mermaid. My hair would trail behind me while my new fins would propel me forward racing against a school of fish, dolphins, and sea horses. … Read more

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The Royal Cup Cafe

It’s the first week of summer. What to do? What to do? Pull my hair out? Let them watch tv all day? Let’s get out of the house kiddos! I wanted to try a new restaurant before heading to the … Read more

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A Campground Made for Swashbuckling Pirates

My family had been excited for our trip to Tuckerton, New Jersey ever since we were invited to stay at it’s Sea Pirate Campground. Finally, after 700 miles across 4 states and 12 hours in the car we arrived! We were warmly welcomed and despite … Read more

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7 Things to do in Naples, FL

Are you looking for a beach vacation with the opportunity for activities other than just sunbathing? Naples, FL has miles of white sand beaches and crystal blue waves, but there are also plenty of other things to fill the evenings … Read more

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Happy 30 Years Camp Snoopy!

Did you know that this year Camp Snoopy celebrates the big 3-0?! Knott’s is doing the big year up right with a complete restoration of the entire land. I was lucky enough to be invited to attend the Knott’s Berry Farm Calico Mine … Read more

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What’s in Your Travel Carry On Bag?

Flying about 90,000 miles a year, I’d like to say I’ve got my travel carry on backpack contents down to a science. I’m one of those that don’t mind going heavy because I won’t be carrying it for long and … Read more

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13 Students Help Build Hope for the Future

Have you ever had the chance to help someone truly in need of compassion and aide? Did you step outside your own comfort zone and travel to a foreign land to offer that help? We often hear about atrocious acts … Read more

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Play, Eat, Shop and Explore at Mall of America

Located in Bloomington, Minnesota this mall has 520 stores, 50 restaurants, and it is one of the most visited tourist destinations in the world…and for good reason! So much more than just a mall, it has something for everyone in … Read more