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in Travel on 11/29/20. By Noreen Kompanik It was a Sunday morning on September 15, 1963. Four lovely African-American girls were happily tying the sashes of their choir robes in the basement lounge in Birmingham, Alabama’s 16th Street Baptist Church. 200 other church members dressed in their finest were attending Sunday School. TRAVEL TIPS FOR YOUNG FOLK TAKING THEIR FIRST MAJOR TRIP By Henry Moore. There are reasons why more young people are traveling across the country and abroad: it’s awesome. For example, you get to witness sights you’ve previously only seen in photographs, expose yourself to different cultures, and improve your social and communication skills, to name a few benefits. 22 ESSENTIAL BUDGET AND SAFETY TIPS FOR ROAD TRIPPING Tip 7: Packing for the Weather. Use the Internet to check the weather! Use predicted weather and temperatures to help guide packing decisions. Remember to toss in a pair of thin weight long underwear—just in case. After 12 days of 80-90 degrees, a 41-degree day slipped up on us. Long sleeves and jeans felt pretty good. SANTA FE: THE CITY DIFFERENT Santa Fe is known as “The City Different” and it really is. A great way to get the feel of it is to stay in a home instead of a hotel. I used Glamping Hub to locate La Paloma . This Two Casitas’ vacation rental is over a hundred year old. It’s an adobe dwelling that epitomizes Santa Fe. The casita is a studio with a separatekitchen and
TAOS MAGICAL, MYSTICAL EL MONTE SAGRADO Taos Magical, Mystical El Monte Sagrado. in Travel on 04/30/20. By Noreen Kompanik. D. H. Lawrence once described Taos as a “state of mind.”. As one of New Mexico’s most fascinating towns, Taos fittingly embraces the state’s motto as the “Land of Enchantment.”. Life forces flow down from its high peaks and well up from its deep canyons. 10 THINGS TO DO IN AVILA BEACH CALIFORNIA 9-Pick up a picnic at Woodstone Marketplace Deli in Avila Village. A 5-minute walk from the hotel you will find everything you like for a picnic. It’s also a nice place for a meal. 10-Visit France at Blue Moon Over Avila. This French bistro is a ‘don’t miss eatery. RED WILLOW PEOPLE OF TAOS PUEBLO: ONE THOUSAND YEARS OF Home to the Tiwa-speaking Puebloan people, the Taos Pueblo is the oldest continuously inhabited community in the United States. The northern-most of New Mexico’s 19 pueblos, it is considered to be one of the most significant historical cultural landmarks in the world – it is the only living Native American community that is designated as both a National Historic Landmark and a ANGELS AND DEMONS: BIRMINGHAM’S POIGNANT TALE IN THE By Noreen Kompanik. It was a Sunday morning on September 15, 1963. F our lovely African-American girls were happily tying the sashes of their choir robes in the basement lounge in Birmingham, Alabama’s 16 th Street Baptist Church. 200 other church members dressed in their finest were attending Sunday School. And then it all went dark. DAY TRIPPER: ENJOY BEDILLON’S RESTAURANT AND SEE THE RUINS Reservations recommended—during the peak season of October to May call a month in advance. Location: BeDillon’s Cactus Garden and Restaurant is located at 800 North Park Avenue in Casa Grande, Arizona—about an hour’s drive from either Phoenix or Tucson. Parking encircles the compound, so pull right up to the wall. SID GRAUMAN: THE MAN BEHIND THE WORLD’S MOST FAMOUS MOVIE Sid Grauman: The Man Behind the World’s Most Famous Movie Theater. in Travel on 04/09/18. by Phillip Hubler. The TCL (The Creative Life) Chinese Theater in Hollywood is one the most famous symbols of the cinematic industry. It is the most famous movie theater in the world. This temple to cinema was the dream of its builder Sid Grauman.SHORT WEEKS
in Travel on 11/29/20. By Noreen Kompanik It was a Sunday morning on September 15, 1963. Four lovely African-American girls were happily tying the sashes of their choir robes in the basement lounge in Birmingham, Alabama’s 16th Street Baptist Church. 200 other church members dressed in their finest were attending Sunday School. TRAVEL TIPS FOR YOUNG FOLK TAKING THEIR FIRST MAJOR TRIP By Henry Moore. There are reasons why more young people are traveling across the country and abroad: it’s awesome. For example, you get to witness sights you’ve previously only seen in photographs, expose yourself to different cultures, and improve your social and communication skills, to name a few benefits. 22 ESSENTIAL BUDGET AND SAFETY TIPS FOR ROAD TRIPPING Tip 7: Packing for the Weather. Use the Internet to check the weather! Use predicted weather and temperatures to help guide packing decisions. Remember to toss in a pair of thin weight long underwear—just in case. After 12 days of 80-90 degrees, a 41-degree day slipped up on us. Long sleeves and jeans felt pretty good. SANTA FE: THE CITY DIFFERENT Santa Fe is known as “The City Different” and it really is. A great way to get the feel of it is to stay in a home instead of a hotel. I used Glamping Hub to locate La Paloma . This Two Casitas’ vacation rental is over a hundred year old. It’s an adobe dwelling that epitomizes Santa Fe. The casita is a studio with a separatekitchen and
TAOS MAGICAL, MYSTICAL EL MONTE SAGRADO Taos Magical, Mystical El Monte Sagrado. in Travel on 04/30/20. By Noreen Kompanik. D. H. Lawrence once described Taos as a “state of mind.”. As one of New Mexico’s most fascinating towns, Taos fittingly embraces the state’s motto as the “Land of Enchantment.”. Life forces flow down from its high peaks and well up from its deep canyons. 10 THINGS TO DO IN AVILA BEACH CALIFORNIA 9-Pick up a picnic at Woodstone Marketplace Deli in Avila Village. A 5-minute walk from the hotel you will find everything you like for a picnic. It’s also a nice place for a meal. 10-Visit France at Blue Moon Over Avila. This French bistro is a ‘don’t miss eatery. RED WILLOW PEOPLE OF TAOS PUEBLO: ONE THOUSAND YEARS OF Home to the Tiwa-speaking Puebloan people, the Taos Pueblo is the oldest continuously inhabited community in the United States. The northern-most of New Mexico’s 19 pueblos, it is considered to be one of the most significant historical cultural landmarks in the world – it is the only living Native American community that is designated as both a National Historic Landmark and a ANGELS AND DEMONS: BIRMINGHAM’S POIGNANT TALE IN THE By Noreen Kompanik. It was a Sunday morning on September 15, 1963. F our lovely African-American girls were happily tying the sashes of their choir robes in the basement lounge in Birmingham, Alabama’s 16 th Street Baptist Church. 200 other church members dressed in their finest were attending Sunday School. And then it all went dark. DAY TRIPPER: ENJOY BEDILLON’S RESTAURANT AND SEE THE RUINS Reservations recommended—during the peak season of October to May call a month in advance. Location: BeDillon’s Cactus Garden and Restaurant is located at 800 North Park Avenue in Casa Grande, Arizona—about an hour’s drive from either Phoenix or Tucson. Parking encircles the compound, so pull right up to the wall. SID GRAUMAN: THE MAN BEHIND THE WORLD’S MOST FAMOUS MOVIE Sid Grauman: The Man Behind the World’s Most Famous Movie Theater. in Travel on 04/09/18. by Phillip Hubler. The TCL (The Creative Life) Chinese Theater in Hollywood is one the most famous symbols of the cinematic industry. It is the most famous movie theater in the world. This temple to cinema was the dream of its builder Sid Grauman. SANTA FE: THE CITY DIFFERENT Santa Fe is known as “The City Different” and it really is. A great way to get the feel of it is to stay in a home instead of a hotel. I used Glamping Hub to locate La Paloma . This Two Casitas’ vacation rental is over a hundred year old. It’s an adobe dwelling that epitomizes Santa Fe. The casita is a studio with a separatekitchen and
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in Travel on 11/29/20. By Noreen Kompanik It was a Sunday morning on September 15, 1963. Four lovely African-American girls were happily tying the sashes of their choir robes in the basement lounge in Birmingham, Alabama’s 16th Street Baptist Church. 200 other church members dressed in their finest were attending Sunday School.ABOUT ME
NOUN. a person who participates in an activity only in their spare time. a person who holds a regular job during the week which restricts their ability to party/go on trips/partake in awesome activities, and thus plans epic weekend adventures to compensate. Short Weeks – Long Weekends is a travel and food blog dedicated to people who work SID GRAUMAN: THE MAN BEHIND THE WORLD’S MOST FAMOUS MOVIE Sid Grauman: The Man Behind the World’s Most Famous Movie Theater. in Travel on 04/09/18. by Phillip Hubler. The TCL (The Creative Life) Chinese Theater in Hollywood is one the most famous symbols of the cinematic industry. It is the most famous movie theater in the world. This temple to cinema was the dream of its builder Sid Grauman. ANGELS AND DEMONS: BIRMINGHAM’S POIGNANT TALE IN THE By Noreen Kompanik. It was a Sunday morning on September 15, 1963. F our lovely African-American girls were happily tying the sashes of their choir robes in the basement lounge in Birmingham, Alabama’s 16 th Street Baptist Church. 200 other church members dressed in their finest were attending Sunday School. And then it all went dark. SIDETRACKED BY CHOCOLATE IN KROMERIZ Second is milk chocolate praline filled with cocoa flavored cardamom, fairtrade coffee and amaretto, cocoa flavored with raspberries, cocoa with walnut, and candy with liquid caramel. Last is dark chocolate filled with raisins soaked in rum, and cocoa with plums and plum cocoa powder. Plums are a very typical flavor of the Czech Republic. THE LITTLE ROCK NINE: PROFILES IN COURAGE The Little Rock Nine: Profiles in Courage. We stood in the main hallway entrance of Little Rock Central High School. As the bell rang between classes, students scurried to their lockers and their next class, happily chatting with friends along the way. Just another normal high school day for high school students in Little Rock,Arkansas.
DISCOVERING BERKELEY CALIFORNIA Berkeley Art & Film. BAMPFA is a twofer.A modern art and a film museum reside in the same magnificent building. This University of California visual arts center is a feast for your eyes and ears. Their mission is to “inspire the imagination, ignite critical dialogue, and activate community engagement through art, film, and other forms of creativeexpression.”
NO DAYS OFF: A WEEKEND ROAD TRIP TO ST. LOUIS No Days Off: A Weekend Road Trip to St. Louis. in Travel on 06/11/19. By Tomeka Allgood. I have made the mistake of burning vacation days early in the year and having to live with it. Nowadays, I make every attempt to hoard my vacation days. The best way to do this is strategically placing some weekend road trips on my calendar. A PIECE OF MY SOUL: CULTURAL LEGACY IN QUILTS MADE BY THE A Piece of My Soul: Cultural Legacy in Quilts Made by the Black Men and Women of Arkansas. “It seems I may be standing alone, like St.John in the wilderness, exhorting the cause of the individual African-American quilter’s creativity, a recognition of the diversity of African-American quilting, and most of all, an abandonment of the enSHORT WEEKS
Travel and Food Blog. By Noreen Kompanik It was a Sunday morning on September 15, 1963. Four lovely African-American girls were happily tying the sashes of their choir robes in the basement lounge in Birmingham, Alabama’s 16th Street Baptist Church. 200 other church members dressed in their finest were attending Sunday School. TRAVEL TIPS FOR YOUNG FOLK TAKING THEIR FIRST MAJOR TRIP By Henry Moore. There are reasons why more young people are traveling across the country and abroad: it’s awesome. For example, you get to witness sights you’ve previously only seen in photographs, expose yourself to different cultures, and improve your social and communication skills, to name a few benefits. 22 ESSENTIAL BUDGET AND SAFETY TIPS FOR ROAD TRIPPING by Jo Clark. We looked at each other over the glasses of wine on the table and, toasting, said, “What a great way to begin a road trip!” We were enjoying a wine and wild game pairing at Saskatoon, our favorite restaurant.It happens to be in Greenville, SC, and only four hours from home, so we pulled out of the driveway and drove 250 miles before our first dinner on the road. TAOS MAGICAL, MYSTICAL EL MONTE SAGRADO Noreen Kompanik is a freelance travel writer and photographer based in San Diego, California and a member of the International Travel Writers and Photographers Alliance, International Food, Wine, and Travel Writer's Association and the San Diego Press Club. SANTA FE: THE CITY DIFFERENT Kathleen Walls, former reporter for Union Sentinel in Blairsville, GA, is publisher/writer for American Roads and Global Highways. She is the author of travel books, Georgia's Ghostly Getaways, Finding Florida's Phantoms, Hosts With Ghosts, and Wild About Floridaseries. RED WILLOW PEOPLE OF TAOS PUEBLO: ONE THOUSAND YEARS OF Home to the Tiwa-speaking Puebloan people, the Taos Pueblo is the oldest continuously inhabited community in the United States. The northern-most of New Mexico’s 19 pueblos, it is considered to be one of the most significant historical cultural landmarks in the world – it is the only living Native American community that is designated as both a National Historic Landmark and a 10 THINGS TO DO IN AVILA BEACH CALIFORNIA 10 Things to do in Avila Beach California. By Mary Charlebois. Avila Beach is a small and lively beach community on California’s CentralCoast.
ANGELS AND DEMONS: BIRMINGHAM’S POIGNANT TALE IN THE By Noreen Kompanik. It was a Sunday morning on September 15, 1963. F our lovely African-American girls were happily tying the sashes of their choir robes in the basement lounge in Birmingham, Alabama’s 16 th Street Baptist Church. 200 other church members dressed in their finest were attending Sunday School. And then it all went dark. DAY TRIPPER: ENJOY BEDILLON’S RESTAURANT AND SEE THE RUINS Day Trip: Enjoy BeDillon’s Restaurant and See the Ruins at Casa Grande, Arizona -- Make a day out of eating at one of the best restaurants in the Greater Tucson-Phoenix area and visiting the site of fascinating pre-Columbian ruins. SID GRAUMAN: THE MAN BEHIND THE WORLD’S MOST FAMOUS MOVIE by Phillip Hubler The TCL (The Creative Life) Chinese Theater in Hollywood is one the most famous symbols of the cinematic industry. It is the most famous movie theater inSHORT WEEKS
Travel and Food Blog. By Noreen Kompanik It was a Sunday morning on September 15, 1963. Four lovely African-American girls were happily tying the sashes of their choir robes in the basement lounge in Birmingham, Alabama’s 16th Street Baptist Church. 200 other church members dressed in their finest were attending Sunday School. TRAVEL TIPS FOR YOUNG FOLK TAKING THEIR FIRST MAJOR TRIP By Henry Moore. There are reasons why more young people are traveling across the country and abroad: it’s awesome. For example, you get to witness sights you’ve previously only seen in photographs, expose yourself to different cultures, and improve your social and communication skills, to name a few benefits. 22 ESSENTIAL BUDGET AND SAFETY TIPS FOR ROAD TRIPPING by Jo Clark. We looked at each other over the glasses of wine on the table and, toasting, said, “What a great way to begin a road trip!” We were enjoying a wine and wild game pairing at Saskatoon, our favorite restaurant.It happens to be in Greenville, SC, and only four hours from home, so we pulled out of the driveway and drove 250 miles before our first dinner on the road. TAOS MAGICAL, MYSTICAL EL MONTE SAGRADO Noreen Kompanik is a freelance travel writer and photographer based in San Diego, California and a member of the International Travel Writers and Photographers Alliance, International Food, Wine, and Travel Writer's Association and the San Diego Press Club. SANTA FE: THE CITY DIFFERENT Kathleen Walls, former reporter for Union Sentinel in Blairsville, GA, is publisher/writer for American Roads and Global Highways. She is the author of travel books, Georgia's Ghostly Getaways, Finding Florida's Phantoms, Hosts With Ghosts, and Wild About Floridaseries. RED WILLOW PEOPLE OF TAOS PUEBLO: ONE THOUSAND YEARS OF Home to the Tiwa-speaking Puebloan people, the Taos Pueblo is the oldest continuously inhabited community in the United States. The northern-most of New Mexico’s 19 pueblos, it is considered to be one of the most significant historical cultural landmarks in the world – it is the only living Native American community that is designated as both a National Historic Landmark and a 10 THINGS TO DO IN AVILA BEACH CALIFORNIA 10 Things to do in Avila Beach California. By Mary Charlebois. Avila Beach is a small and lively beach community on California’s CentralCoast.
ANGELS AND DEMONS: BIRMINGHAM’S POIGNANT TALE IN THE By Noreen Kompanik. It was a Sunday morning on September 15, 1963. F our lovely African-American girls were happily tying the sashes of their choir robes in the basement lounge in Birmingham, Alabama’s 16 th Street Baptist Church. 200 other church members dressed in their finest were attending Sunday School. And then it all went dark. DAY TRIPPER: ENJOY BEDILLON’S RESTAURANT AND SEE THE RUINS Day Trip: Enjoy BeDillon’s Restaurant and See the Ruins at Casa Grande, Arizona -- Make a day out of eating at one of the best restaurants in the Greater Tucson-Phoenix area and visiting the site of fascinating pre-Columbian ruins. SID GRAUMAN: THE MAN BEHIND THE WORLD’S MOST FAMOUS MOVIE by Phillip Hubler The TCL (The Creative Life) Chinese Theater in Hollywood is one the most famous symbols of the cinematic industry. It is the most famous movie theater in SANTA FE: THE CITY DIFFERENT Kathleen Walls, former reporter for Union Sentinel in Blairsville, GA, is publisher/writer for American Roads and Global Highways. She is the author of travel books, Georgia's Ghostly Getaways, Finding Florida's Phantoms, Hosts With Ghosts, and Wild About Floridaseries.BLOG
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DISCOVERING BERKELEY CALIFORNIA Berkeley Art & Film. BAMPFA is a twofer.A modern art and a film museum reside in the same magnificent building. This University of California visual arts center is a feast for your eyes and ears. Their mission is to “inspire the imagination, ignite critical dialogue, and activate community engagement through art, film, and other forms of creativeexpression.”
THE LITTLE ROCK NINE: PROFILES IN COURAGE Noreen Kompanik is a freelance travel writer and photographer based in San Diego, California and a member of the International Travel Writers and Photographers Alliance, International Food, Wine, and Travel Writer's Association and the San Diego Press Club. ANGELS AND DEMONS: BIRMINGHAM’S POIGNANT TALE IN THE By Noreen Kompanik. It was a Sunday morning on September 15, 1963. F our lovely African-American girls were happily tying the sashes of their choir robes in the basement lounge in Birmingham, Alabama’s 16 th Street Baptist Church. 200 other church members dressed in their finest were attending Sunday School. And then it all went dark. SIDETRACKED BY CHOCOLATE IN KROMERIZ Daniela was born and raised in Chile, studied in the United States, and considers herself a global citizen. An avid traveler that has visited fascinating people and places in 32 countries, she enjoys reading and shares her passion for traveling and books with her fourth grade Spanish immersion class. NO DAYS OFF: A WEEKEND ROAD TRIP TO ST. LOUIS By Tomeka Allgood I have made the mistake of burning vacation days early in the year and having to live with it. Nowadays, I make every attempt to hoard my vacation days. The best way to CABLE CARS… A SAN FRANCISCO’S TREAT By Phillip Hubler. San Francisco, the city by the bay that is full of charm as well as rich in history. The Presidio is a reminder of the city’s Spanish Colonial and U. S. military past, and the Golden Gate Bridge serves as a salute to the marvels of modern engineering.SHORT WEEKS
in Travel on 11/29/20. By Noreen Kompanik It was a Sunday morning on September 15, 1963. Four lovely African-American girls were happily tying the sashes of their choir robes in the basement lounge in Birmingham, Alabama’s 16th Street Baptist Church. 200 other church members dressed in their finest were attending Sunday School. TRAVEL TIPS FOR YOUNG FOLK TAKING THEIR FIRST MAJOR TRIP By Henry Moore. There are reasons why more young people are traveling across the country and abroad: it’s awesome. For example, you get to witness sights you’ve previously only seen in photographs, expose yourself to different cultures, and improve your social and communication skills, to name a few benefits. 22 ESSENTIAL BUDGET AND SAFETY TIPS FOR ROAD TRIPPING Tip 7: Packing for the Weather. Use the Internet to check the weather! Use predicted weather and temperatures to help guide packing decisions. Remember to toss in a pair of thin weight long underwear—just in case. After 12 days of 80-90 degrees, a 41-degree day slipped up on us. Long sleeves and jeans felt pretty good. SANTA FE: THE CITY DIFFERENT Santa Fe is known as “The City Different” and it really is. A great way to get the feel of it is to stay in a home instead of a hotel. I used Glamping Hub to locate La Paloma . This Two Casitas’ vacation rental is over a hundred year old. It’s an adobe dwelling that epitomizes Santa Fe. The casita is a studio with a separatekitchen and
TAOS MAGICAL, MYSTICAL EL MONTE SAGRADO Taos Magical, Mystical El Monte Sagrado. in Travel on 04/30/20. By Noreen Kompanik. D. H. Lawrence once described Taos as a “state of mind.”. As one of New Mexico’s most fascinating towns, Taos fittingly embraces the state’s motto as the “Land of Enchantment.”. Life forces flow down from its high peaks and well up from its deep canyons. 10 THINGS TO DO IN AVILA BEACH CALIFORNIA 9-Pick up a picnic at Woodstone Marketplace Deli in Avila Village. A 5-minute walk from the hotel you will find everything you like for a picnic. It’s also a nice place for a meal. 10-Visit France at Blue Moon Over Avila. This French bistro is a ‘don’t miss eatery. RED WILLOW PEOPLE OF TAOS PUEBLO: ONE THOUSAND YEARS OF Home to the Tiwa-speaking Puebloan people, the Taos Pueblo is the oldest continuously inhabited community in the United States. The northern-most of New Mexico’s 19 pueblos, it is considered to be one of the most significant historical cultural landmarks in the world – it is the only living Native American community that is designated as both a National Historic Landmark and a ANGELS AND DEMONS: BIRMINGHAM’S POIGNANT TALE IN THE By Noreen Kompanik. It was a Sunday morning on September 15, 1963. F our lovely African-American girls were happily tying the sashes of their choir robes in the basement lounge in Birmingham, Alabama’s 16 th Street Baptist Church. 200 other church members dressed in their finest were attending Sunday School. And then it all went dark. DAY TRIPPER: ENJOY BEDILLON’S RESTAURANT AND SEE THE RUINS Reservations recommended—during the peak season of October to May call a month in advance. Location: BeDillon’s Cactus Garden and Restaurant is located at 800 North Park Avenue in Casa Grande, Arizona—about an hour’s drive from either Phoenix or Tucson. Parking encircles the compound, so pull right up to the wall. SID GRAUMAN: THE MAN BEHIND THE WORLD’S MOST FAMOUS MOVIE Sid Grauman: The Man Behind the World’s Most Famous Movie Theater. in Travel on 04/09/18. by Phillip Hubler. The TCL (The Creative Life) Chinese Theater in Hollywood is one the most famous symbols of the cinematic industry. It is the most famous movie theater in the world. This temple to cinema was the dream of its builder Sid Grauman.SHORT WEEKS
in Travel on 11/29/20. By Noreen Kompanik It was a Sunday morning on September 15, 1963. Four lovely African-American girls were happily tying the sashes of their choir robes in the basement lounge in Birmingham, Alabama’s 16th Street Baptist Church. 200 other church members dressed in their finest were attending Sunday School. TRAVEL TIPS FOR YOUNG FOLK TAKING THEIR FIRST MAJOR TRIP By Henry Moore. There are reasons why more young people are traveling across the country and abroad: it’s awesome. For example, you get to witness sights you’ve previously only seen in photographs, expose yourself to different cultures, and improve your social and communication skills, to name a few benefits. 22 ESSENTIAL BUDGET AND SAFETY TIPS FOR ROAD TRIPPING Tip 7: Packing for the Weather. Use the Internet to check the weather! Use predicted weather and temperatures to help guide packing decisions. Remember to toss in a pair of thin weight long underwear—just in case. After 12 days of 80-90 degrees, a 41-degree day slipped up on us. Long sleeves and jeans felt pretty good. SANTA FE: THE CITY DIFFERENT Santa Fe is known as “The City Different” and it really is. A great way to get the feel of it is to stay in a home instead of a hotel. I used Glamping Hub to locate La Paloma . This Two Casitas’ vacation rental is over a hundred year old. It’s an adobe dwelling that epitomizes Santa Fe. The casita is a studio with a separatekitchen and
TAOS MAGICAL, MYSTICAL EL MONTE SAGRADO Taos Magical, Mystical El Monte Sagrado. in Travel on 04/30/20. By Noreen Kompanik. D. H. Lawrence once described Taos as a “state of mind.”. As one of New Mexico’s most fascinating towns, Taos fittingly embraces the state’s motto as the “Land of Enchantment.”. Life forces flow down from its high peaks and well up from its deep canyons. 10 THINGS TO DO IN AVILA BEACH CALIFORNIA 9-Pick up a picnic at Woodstone Marketplace Deli in Avila Village. A 5-minute walk from the hotel you will find everything you like for a picnic. It’s also a nice place for a meal. 10-Visit France at Blue Moon Over Avila. This French bistro is a ‘don’t miss eatery. RED WILLOW PEOPLE OF TAOS PUEBLO: ONE THOUSAND YEARS OF Home to the Tiwa-speaking Puebloan people, the Taos Pueblo is the oldest continuously inhabited community in the United States. The northern-most of New Mexico’s 19 pueblos, it is considered to be one of the most significant historical cultural landmarks in the world – it is the only living Native American community that is designated as both a National Historic Landmark and a ANGELS AND DEMONS: BIRMINGHAM’S POIGNANT TALE IN THE By Noreen Kompanik. It was a Sunday morning on September 15, 1963. F our lovely African-American girls were happily tying the sashes of their choir robes in the basement lounge in Birmingham, Alabama’s 16 th Street Baptist Church. 200 other church members dressed in their finest were attending Sunday School. And then it all went dark. DAY TRIPPER: ENJOY BEDILLON’S RESTAURANT AND SEE THE RUINS Reservations recommended—during the peak season of October to May call a month in advance. Location: BeDillon’s Cactus Garden and Restaurant is located at 800 North Park Avenue in Casa Grande, Arizona—about an hour’s drive from either Phoenix or Tucson. Parking encircles the compound, so pull right up to the wall. SID GRAUMAN: THE MAN BEHIND THE WORLD’S MOST FAMOUS MOVIE Sid Grauman: The Man Behind the World’s Most Famous Movie Theater. in Travel on 04/09/18. by Phillip Hubler. The TCL (The Creative Life) Chinese Theater in Hollywood is one the most famous symbols of the cinematic industry. It is the most famous movie theater in the world. This temple to cinema was the dream of its builder Sid Grauman. SANTA FE: THE CITY DIFFERENT Santa Fe is known as “The City Different” and it really is. A great way to get the feel of it is to stay in a home instead of a hotel. I used Glamping Hub to locate La Paloma . This Two Casitas’ vacation rental is over a hundred year old. It’s an adobe dwelling that epitomizes Santa Fe. The casita is a studio with a separatekitchen and
22 ESSENTIAL BUDGET AND SAFETY TIPS in Travel on 11/29/20. By Noreen Kompanik It was a Sunday morning on September 15, 1963. Four lovely African-American girls were happily tying the sashes of their choir robes in the basement lounge in Birmingham, Alabama’s 16th Street Baptist Church. 200 other church members dressed in their finest were attending Sunday School.ABOUT ME
NOUN. a person who participates in an activity only in their spare time. a person who holds a regular job during the week which restricts their ability to party/go on trips/partake in awesome activities, and thus plans epic weekend adventures to compensate. Short Weeks – Long Weekends is a travel and food blog dedicated to people who work SID GRAUMAN: THE MAN BEHIND THE WORLD’S MOST FAMOUS MOVIE Sid Grauman: The Man Behind the World’s Most Famous Movie Theater. in Travel on 04/09/18. by Phillip Hubler. The TCL (The Creative Life) Chinese Theater in Hollywood is one the most famous symbols of the cinematic industry. It is the most famous movie theater in the world. This temple to cinema was the dream of its builder Sid Grauman. DISCOVERING BERKELEY CALIFORNIA Berkeley Art & Film. BAMPFA is a twofer.A modern art and a film museum reside in the same magnificent building. This University of California visual arts center is a feast for your eyes and ears. Their mission is to “inspire the imagination, ignite critical dialogue, and activate community engagement through art, film, and other forms of creativeexpression.”
ANGELS AND DEMONS: BIRMINGHAM’S POIGNANT TALE IN THE By Noreen Kompanik. It was a Sunday morning on September 15, 1963. F our lovely African-American girls were happily tying the sashes of their choir robes in the basement lounge in Birmingham, Alabama’s 16 th Street Baptist Church. 200 other church members dressed in their finest were attending Sunday School. And then it all went dark. CABLE CARS… A SAN FRANCISCO’S TREAT By Phillip Hubler. San Francisco, the city by the bay that is full of charm as well as rich in history. The Presidio is a reminder of the city’s Spanish Colonial and U. S. military past, and the Golden Gate Bridge serves as a salute to the marvels of modern engineering. THE LITTLE ROCK NINE: PROFILES IN COURAGE The Little Rock Nine: Profiles in Courage. We stood in the main hallway entrance of Little Rock Central High School. As the bell rang between classes, students scurried to their lockers and their next class, happily chatting with friends along the way. Just another normal high school day for high school students in Little Rock,Arkansas.
SIDETRACKED BY CHOCOLATE IN KROMERIZ Second is milk chocolate praline filled with cocoa flavored cardamom, fairtrade coffee and amaretto, cocoa flavored with raspberries, cocoa with walnut, and candy with liquid caramel. Last is dark chocolate filled with raisins soaked in rum, and cocoa with plums and plum cocoa powder. Plums are a very typical flavor of the Czech Republic. NO DAYS OFF: A WEEKEND ROAD TRIP TO ST. LOUIS No Days Off: A Weekend Road Trip to St. Louis. in Travel on 06/11/19. By Tomeka Allgood. I have made the mistake of burning vacation days early in the year and having to live with it. Nowadays, I make every attempt to hoard my vacation days. The best way to do this is strategically placing some weekend road trips on my calendar.SHORT WEEKS
in Travel on 11/29/20. By Noreen Kompanik It was a Sunday morning on September 15, 1963. Four lovely African-American girls were happily tying the sashes of their choir robes in the basement lounge in Birmingham, Alabama’s 16th Street Baptist Church. 200 other church members dressed in their finest were attending Sunday School. ADVENTURES IN HIKING: MACHINE FALLS The trail became a mixture of dirt and rock. Some of the rocks were wet from people who had already been to the waterfall and were on their way back up and dripped water along the way. Me and Jesus had a full conversation the entire way down what my cousin described as andI
RED WILLOW PEOPLE OF TAOS PUEBLO: ONE THOUSAND YEARS OF Home to the Tiwa-speaking Puebloan people, the Taos Pueblo is the oldest continuously inhabited community in the United States. The northern-most of New Mexico’s 19 pueblos, it is considered to be one of the most significant historical cultural landmarks in the world – it is the only living Native American community that is designated as both a National Historic Landmark and a SANTA FE: THE CITY DIFFERENT Santa Fe is known as “The City Different” and it really is. A great way to get the feel of it is to stay in a home instead of a hotel. I used Glamping Hub to locate La Paloma . This Two Casitas’ vacation rental is over a hundred year old. It’s an adobe dwelling that epitomizes Santa Fe. The casita is a studio with a separatekitchen and
TAOS MAGICAL, MYSTICAL EL MONTE SAGRADO Taos Magical, Mystical El Monte Sagrado. in Travel on 04/30/20. By Noreen Kompanik. D. H. Lawrence once described Taos as a “state of mind.”. As one of New Mexico’s most fascinating towns, Taos fittingly embraces the state’s motto as the “Land of Enchantment.”. Life forces flow down from its high peaks and well up from its deep canyons. 10 THINGS TO DO IN AVILA BEACH CALIFORNIA 9-Pick up a picnic at Woodstone Marketplace Deli in Avila Village. A 5-minute walk from the hotel you will find everything you like for a picnic. It’s also a nice place for a meal. 10-Visit France at Blue Moon Over Avila. This French bistro is a ‘don’t miss eatery. SID GRAUMAN: THE MAN BEHIND THE WORLD’S MOST FAMOUS MOVIE Sid Grauman: The Man Behind the World’s Most Famous Movie Theater. in Travel on 04/09/18. by Phillip Hubler. The TCL (The Creative Life) Chinese Theater in Hollywood is one the most famous symbols of the cinematic industry. It is the most famous movie theater in the world. This temple to cinema was the dream of its builder Sid Grauman. MOUNTAINS, VALLEYS, AND FIRESIDE CHATS IN ALABAMA’S STATE Cheaha State Park. Located west of Atlanta, Georgia, and east of Birmingham, Alabama, our first highlight is the Cheaha State Park. Cheaha Mountain rises 4,207 feet above sea level and is the highest elevation in Alabama, Bunker Tower, previously a fire lookout, attracts visitors of all ages to ascend into the clouds and enjoy the360-degree
A PIECE OF MY SOUL: CULTURAL LEGACY IN QUILTS MADE BY THE A Piece of My Soul: Cultural Legacy in Quilts Made by the Black Men and Women of Arkansas. “It seems I may be standing alone, like St.John in the wilderness, exhorting the cause of the individual African-American quilter’s creativity, a recognition of the diversity of African-American quilting, and most of all, an abandonment of the en KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI IS MORE THAN BBQ! Kansas City, Missouri is in the middle of the United States and considered a “flyover state” by many. However, the state provides a world class arts scene, a myriad of restaurant choices (more than just BBQ), an array of new boutique hotels, and museums that mightsurprise you.
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in Travel on 11/29/20. By Noreen Kompanik It was a Sunday morning on September 15, 1963. Four lovely African-American girls were happily tying the sashes of their choir robes in the basement lounge in Birmingham, Alabama’s 16th Street Baptist Church. 200 other church members dressed in their finest were attending Sunday School. ADVENTURES IN HIKING: MACHINE FALLS The trail became a mixture of dirt and rock. Some of the rocks were wet from people who had already been to the waterfall and were on their way back up and dripped water along the way. Me and Jesus had a full conversation the entire way down what my cousin described as andI
RED WILLOW PEOPLE OF TAOS PUEBLO: ONE THOUSAND YEARS OF Home to the Tiwa-speaking Puebloan people, the Taos Pueblo is the oldest continuously inhabited community in the United States. The northern-most of New Mexico’s 19 pueblos, it is considered to be one of the most significant historical cultural landmarks in the world – it is the only living Native American community that is designated as both a National Historic Landmark and a SANTA FE: THE CITY DIFFERENT Santa Fe is known as “The City Different” and it really is. A great way to get the feel of it is to stay in a home instead of a hotel. I used Glamping Hub to locate La Paloma . This Two Casitas’ vacation rental is over a hundred year old. It’s an adobe dwelling that epitomizes Santa Fe. The casita is a studio with a separatekitchen and
TAOS MAGICAL, MYSTICAL EL MONTE SAGRADO Taos Magical, Mystical El Monte Sagrado. in Travel on 04/30/20. By Noreen Kompanik. D. H. Lawrence once described Taos as a “state of mind.”. As one of New Mexico’s most fascinating towns, Taos fittingly embraces the state’s motto as the “Land of Enchantment.”. Life forces flow down from its high peaks and well up from its deep canyons. 10 THINGS TO DO IN AVILA BEACH CALIFORNIA 9-Pick up a picnic at Woodstone Marketplace Deli in Avila Village. A 5-minute walk from the hotel you will find everything you like for a picnic. It’s also a nice place for a meal. 10-Visit France at Blue Moon Over Avila. This French bistro is a ‘don’t miss eatery. SID GRAUMAN: THE MAN BEHIND THE WORLD’S MOST FAMOUS MOVIE Sid Grauman: The Man Behind the World’s Most Famous Movie Theater. in Travel on 04/09/18. by Phillip Hubler. The TCL (The Creative Life) Chinese Theater in Hollywood is one the most famous symbols of the cinematic industry. It is the most famous movie theater in the world. This temple to cinema was the dream of its builder Sid Grauman. MOUNTAINS, VALLEYS, AND FIRESIDE CHATS IN ALABAMA’S STATE Cheaha State Park. Located west of Atlanta, Georgia, and east of Birmingham, Alabama, our first highlight is the Cheaha State Park. Cheaha Mountain rises 4,207 feet above sea level and is the highest elevation in Alabama, Bunker Tower, previously a fire lookout, attracts visitors of all ages to ascend into the clouds and enjoy the360-degree
A PIECE OF MY SOUL: CULTURAL LEGACY IN QUILTS MADE BY THE A Piece of My Soul: Cultural Legacy in Quilts Made by the Black Men and Women of Arkansas. “It seems I may be standing alone, like St.John in the wilderness, exhorting the cause of the individual African-American quilter’s creativity, a recognition of the diversity of African-American quilting, and most of all, an abandonment of the en KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI IS MORE THAN BBQ! Kansas City, Missouri is in the middle of the United States and considered a “flyover state” by many. However, the state provides a world class arts scene, a myriad of restaurant choices (more than just BBQ), an array of new boutique hotels, and museums that mightsurprise you.
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NOUN. a person who participates in an activity only in their spare time. a person who holds a regular job during the week which restricts their ability to party/go on trips/partake in awesome activities, and thus plans epic weekend adventures to compensate. Short Weeks – Long Weekends is a travel and food blog dedicated to people who work 22 ESSENTIAL BUDGET AND SAFETY TIPS in Travel on 11/29/20. By Noreen Kompanik It was a Sunday morning on September 15, 1963. Four lovely African-American girls were happily tying the sashes of their choir robes in the basement lounge in Birmingham, Alabama’s 16th Street Baptist Church. 200 other church members dressed in their finest were attending Sunday School.MEKA ON THE MOVE
Popular Posts ANACOSTIA’S CAPITOL RIVERFRONT RISES FROM RUIN TO BECOME DC’S NEWEST NATIONAL TREASURE Eight Black History Landmarks Worthy of a Road Trip Pit Stop BLUEGRASS IN THE BLUE RIDGE Located in the former Floyd County Bank Building, a vault is still in place in the now Blue Ridge Café. Stop in for a quick bite at this casual eatery on Main Street in Floyd, directly across from the courthouse. If you’re feeling hungry, consider the John Wayne Burger: a half-pound burger served between two grilled cheesesandwiches.
Z OCEAN HOTEL: A SOUTH BEACH BOUTIQUE HOTEL, MIAMI BEACH Z Ocean Hotel is not the largest or most well-known hotel in South Beach, but after one stay in this boutique hotel, it is hard to leave without plans of becoming a repeat guest. The attentiveness of the staff to each person entering their hotel combined with the hotel’s physical location makes this hotel a no brainer to book. 48 HOURS IN BRECKENRIDGE, COLORADO By Amy Piper. When picturing Breckenridge, you probably conjure up images of skiers racing down Peak 10 on six inches of powder. However, beyond the snow-covered peaks, there’s a casual mountain town where makers have found ways to support their desire to remain in themountains.
KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI IS MORE THAN BBQ! Kansas City, Missouri is in the middle of the United States and considered a “flyover state” by many. However, the state provides a world class arts scene, a myriad of restaurant choices (more than just BBQ), an array of new boutique hotels, and museums that mightsurprise you.
DAY TRIPPER: ENJOY BEDILLON’S RESTAURANT AND SEE THE RUINS Reservations recommended—during the peak season of October to May call a month in advance. Location: BeDillon’s Cactus Garden and Restaurant is located at 800 North Park Avenue in Casa Grande, Arizona—about an hour’s drive from either Phoenix or Tucson. Parking encircles the compound, so pull right up to the wall. EXPLORING COPPER MOUNTAIN, COLORADO ON A SNOWMOBILE By Tina Walsh. Aristotle said, “To appreciate the beauty of a snowflake, it is necessary to stand out in the cold.” On a recent trip to Copper Mountain, we decided “to further explore the beauty of the snow covered mountains, we needed to step away from the skislopes.”
YACHATS, OREGON: HOME OF THE WORLD’S LARGEST OCEAN + A Yachats, Oregon: Home of the World’s Largest Ocean + a Name Many Can’t Pronounce. In the small community of Yachats (Ya-hots), Oregon, the Coast Range rises sharply above the Pacific Ocean. The fog, misty and salty, drifts in and out, allowing intermittent slices of sunshine. Black basalt shorelines, formed by the volcano now calledCape
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in Travel on 11/29/20. By Noreen Kompanik It was a Sunday morning on September 15, 1963. Four lovely African-American girls were happily tying the sashes of their choir robes in the basement lounge in Birmingham, Alabama’s 16th Street Baptist Church. 200 other church members dressed in their finest were attending Sunday School. ADVENTURES IN HIKING: MACHINE FALLS The trail became a mixture of dirt and rock. Some of the rocks were wet from people who had already been to the waterfall and were on their way back up and dripped water along the way. Me and Jesus had a full conversation the entire way down what my cousin described as andI
RED WILLOW PEOPLE OF TAOS PUEBLO: ONE THOUSAND YEARS OF Home to the Tiwa-speaking Puebloan people, the Taos Pueblo is the oldest continuously inhabited community in the United States. The northern-most of New Mexico’s 19 pueblos, it is considered to be one of the most significant historical cultural landmarks in the world – it is the only living Native American community that is designated as both a National Historic Landmark and a SANTA FE: THE CITY DIFFERENT Santa Fe is known as “The City Different” and it really is. A great way to get the feel of it is to stay in a home instead of a hotel. I used Glamping Hub to locate La Paloma . This Two Casitas’ vacation rental is over a hundred year old. It’s an adobe dwelling that epitomizes Santa Fe. The casita is a studio with a separatekitchen and
TAOS MAGICAL, MYSTICAL EL MONTE SAGRADO Taos Magical, Mystical El Monte Sagrado. in Travel on 04/30/20. By Noreen Kompanik. D. H. Lawrence once described Taos as a “state of mind.”. As one of New Mexico’s most fascinating towns, Taos fittingly embraces the state’s motto as the “Land of Enchantment.”. Life forces flow down from its high peaks and well up from its deep canyons. 10 THINGS TO DO IN AVILA BEACH CALIFORNIA 9-Pick up a picnic at Woodstone Marketplace Deli in Avila Village. A 5-minute walk from the hotel you will find everything you like for a picnic. It’s also a nice place for a meal. 10-Visit France at Blue Moon Over Avila. This French bistro is a ‘don’t miss eatery. SID GRAUMAN: THE MAN BEHIND THE WORLD’S MOST FAMOUS MOVIE Sid Grauman: The Man Behind the World’s Most Famous Movie Theater. in Travel on 04/09/18. by Phillip Hubler. The TCL (The Creative Life) Chinese Theater in Hollywood is one the most famous symbols of the cinematic industry. It is the most famous movie theater in the world. This temple to cinema was the dream of its builder Sid Grauman. MOUNTAINS, VALLEYS, AND FIRESIDE CHATS IN ALABAMA’S STATE Cheaha State Park. Located west of Atlanta, Georgia, and east of Birmingham, Alabama, our first highlight is the Cheaha State Park. Cheaha Mountain rises 4,207 feet above sea level and is the highest elevation in Alabama, Bunker Tower, previously a fire lookout, attracts visitors of all ages to ascend into the clouds and enjoy the360-degree
A PIECE OF MY SOUL: CULTURAL LEGACY IN QUILTS MADE BY THE A Piece of My Soul: Cultural Legacy in Quilts Made by the Black Men and Women of Arkansas. “It seems I may be standing alone, like St.John in the wilderness, exhorting the cause of the individual African-American quilter’s creativity, a recognition of the diversity of African-American quilting, and most of all, an abandonment of the en KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI IS MORE THAN BBQ! Kansas City, Missouri is in the middle of the United States and considered a “flyover state” by many. However, the state provides a world class arts scene, a myriad of restaurant choices (more than just BBQ), an array of new boutique hotels, and museums that mightsurprise you.
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in Travel on 11/29/20. By Noreen Kompanik It was a Sunday morning on September 15, 1963. Four lovely African-American girls were happily tying the sashes of their choir robes in the basement lounge in Birmingham, Alabama’s 16th Street Baptist Church. 200 other church members dressed in their finest were attending Sunday School. ADVENTURES IN HIKING: MACHINE FALLS The trail became a mixture of dirt and rock. Some of the rocks were wet from people who had already been to the waterfall and were on their way back up and dripped water along the way. Me and Jesus had a full conversation the entire way down what my cousin described as andI
RED WILLOW PEOPLE OF TAOS PUEBLO: ONE THOUSAND YEARS OF Home to the Tiwa-speaking Puebloan people, the Taos Pueblo is the oldest continuously inhabited community in the United States. The northern-most of New Mexico’s 19 pueblos, it is considered to be one of the most significant historical cultural landmarks in the world – it is the only living Native American community that is designated as both a National Historic Landmark and a SANTA FE: THE CITY DIFFERENT Santa Fe is known as “The City Different” and it really is. A great way to get the feel of it is to stay in a home instead of a hotel. I used Glamping Hub to locate La Paloma . This Two Casitas’ vacation rental is over a hundred year old. It’s an adobe dwelling that epitomizes Santa Fe. The casita is a studio with a separatekitchen and
TAOS MAGICAL, MYSTICAL EL MONTE SAGRADO Taos Magical, Mystical El Monte Sagrado. in Travel on 04/30/20. By Noreen Kompanik. D. H. Lawrence once described Taos as a “state of mind.”. As one of New Mexico’s most fascinating towns, Taos fittingly embraces the state’s motto as the “Land of Enchantment.”. Life forces flow down from its high peaks and well up from its deep canyons. 10 THINGS TO DO IN AVILA BEACH CALIFORNIA 9-Pick up a picnic at Woodstone Marketplace Deli in Avila Village. A 5-minute walk from the hotel you will find everything you like for a picnic. It’s also a nice place for a meal. 10-Visit France at Blue Moon Over Avila. This French bistro is a ‘don’t miss eatery. SID GRAUMAN: THE MAN BEHIND THE WORLD’S MOST FAMOUS MOVIE Sid Grauman: The Man Behind the World’s Most Famous Movie Theater. in Travel on 04/09/18. by Phillip Hubler. The TCL (The Creative Life) Chinese Theater in Hollywood is one the most famous symbols of the cinematic industry. It is the most famous movie theater in the world. This temple to cinema was the dream of its builder Sid Grauman. MOUNTAINS, VALLEYS, AND FIRESIDE CHATS IN ALABAMA’S STATE Cheaha State Park. Located west of Atlanta, Georgia, and east of Birmingham, Alabama, our first highlight is the Cheaha State Park. Cheaha Mountain rises 4,207 feet above sea level and is the highest elevation in Alabama, Bunker Tower, previously a fire lookout, attracts visitors of all ages to ascend into the clouds and enjoy the360-degree
A PIECE OF MY SOUL: CULTURAL LEGACY IN QUILTS MADE BY THE A Piece of My Soul: Cultural Legacy in Quilts Made by the Black Men and Women of Arkansas. “It seems I may be standing alone, like St.John in the wilderness, exhorting the cause of the individual African-American quilter’s creativity, a recognition of the diversity of African-American quilting, and most of all, an abandonment of the en KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI IS MORE THAN BBQ! Kansas City, Missouri is in the middle of the United States and considered a “flyover state” by many. However, the state provides a world class arts scene, a myriad of restaurant choices (more than just BBQ), an array of new boutique hotels, and museums that mightsurprise you.
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NOUN. a person who participates in an activity only in their spare time. a person who holds a regular job during the week which restricts their ability to party/go on trips/partake in awesome activities, and thus plans epic weekend adventures to compensate. Short Weeks – Long Weekends is a travel and food blog dedicated to people who work 22 ESSENTIAL BUDGET AND SAFETY TIPS in Travel on 11/29/20. By Noreen Kompanik It was a Sunday morning on September 15, 1963. Four lovely African-American girls were happily tying the sashes of their choir robes in the basement lounge in Birmingham, Alabama’s 16th Street Baptist Church. 200 other church members dressed in their finest were attending Sunday School.MEKA ON THE MOVE
Popular Posts ANACOSTIA’S CAPITOL RIVERFRONT RISES FROM RUIN TO BECOME DC’S NEWEST NATIONAL TREASURE Eight Black History Landmarks Worthy of a Road Trip Pit Stop BLUEGRASS IN THE BLUE RIDGE Located in the former Floyd County Bank Building, a vault is still in place in the now Blue Ridge Café. Stop in for a quick bite at this casual eatery on Main Street in Floyd, directly across from the courthouse. If you’re feeling hungry, consider the John Wayne Burger: a half-pound burger served between two grilled cheesesandwiches.
Z OCEAN HOTEL: A SOUTH BEACH BOUTIQUE HOTEL, MIAMI BEACH Z Ocean Hotel is not the largest or most well-known hotel in South Beach, but after one stay in this boutique hotel, it is hard to leave without plans of becoming a repeat guest. The attentiveness of the staff to each person entering their hotel combined with the hotel’s physical location makes this hotel a no brainer to book. 48 HOURS IN BRECKENRIDGE, COLORADO By Amy Piper. When picturing Breckenridge, you probably conjure up images of skiers racing down Peak 10 on six inches of powder. However, beyond the snow-covered peaks, there’s a casual mountain town where makers have found ways to support their desire to remain in themountains.
KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI IS MORE THAN BBQ! Kansas City, Missouri is in the middle of the United States and considered a “flyover state” by many. However, the state provides a world class arts scene, a myriad of restaurant choices (more than just BBQ), an array of new boutique hotels, and museums that mightsurprise you.
DAY TRIPPER: ENJOY BEDILLON’S RESTAURANT AND SEE THE RUINS Reservations recommended—during the peak season of October to May call a month in advance. Location: BeDillon’s Cactus Garden and Restaurant is located at 800 North Park Avenue in Casa Grande, Arizona—about an hour’s drive from either Phoenix or Tucson. Parking encircles the compound, so pull right up to the wall. EXPLORING COPPER MOUNTAIN, COLORADO ON A SNOWMOBILE By Tina Walsh. Aristotle said, “To appreciate the beauty of a snowflake, it is necessary to stand out in the cold.” On a recent trip to Copper Mountain, we decided “to further explore the beauty of the snow covered mountains, we needed to step away from the skislopes.”
YACHATS, OREGON: HOME OF THE WORLD’S LARGEST OCEAN + A Yachats, Oregon: Home of the World’s Largest Ocean + a Name Many Can’t Pronounce. In the small community of Yachats (Ya-hots), Oregon, the Coast Range rises sharply above the Pacific Ocean. The fog, misty and salty, drifts in and out, allowing intermittent slices of sunshine. Black basalt shorelines, formed by the volcano now calledCape
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in Travel on 11/29/20. By Noreen Kompanik It was a Sunday morning on September 15, 1963. Four lovely African-American girls were happily tying the sashes of their choir robes in the basement lounge in Birmingham, Alabama’s 16th Street Baptist Church. 200 other church members dressed in their finest were attending Sunday School. SANTA FE: THE CITY DIFFERENT Santa Fe is known as “The City Different” and it really is. A great way to get the feel of it is to stay in a home instead of a hotel. I used Glamping Hub to locate La Paloma . This Two Casitas’ vacation rental is over a hundred year old. It’s an adobe dwelling that epitomizes Santa Fe. The casita is a studio with a separatekitchen and
RED WILLOW PEOPLE OF TAOS PUEBLO: ONE THOUSAND YEARS OF Home to the Tiwa-speaking Puebloan people, the Taos Pueblo is the oldest continuously inhabited community in the United States. The northern-most of New Mexico’s 19 pueblos, it is considered to be one of the most significant historical cultural landmarks in the world – it is the only living Native American community that is designated as both a National Historic Landmark and a TAOS MAGICAL, MYSTICAL EL MONTE SAGRADO Taos Magical, Mystical El Monte Sagrado. in Travel on 04/30/20. By Noreen Kompanik. D. H. Lawrence once described Taos as a “state of mind.”. As one of New Mexico’s most fascinating towns, Taos fittingly embraces the state’s motto as the “Land of Enchantment.”. Life forces flow down from its high peaks and well up from its deep canyons. 10 THINGS TO DO IN AVILA BEACH CALIFORNIA 9-Pick up a picnic at Woodstone Marketplace Deli in Avila Village. A 5-minute walk from the hotel you will find everything you like for a picnic. It’s also a nice place for a meal. 10-Visit France at Blue Moon Over Avila. This French bistro is a ‘don’t miss eatery. ANGELS AND DEMONS: BIRMINGHAM’S POIGNANT TALE IN THE By Noreen Kompanik. It was a Sunday morning on September 15, 1963. F our lovely African-American girls were happily tying the sashes of their choir robes in the basement lounge in Birmingham, Alabama’s 16 th Street Baptist Church. 200 other church members dressed in their finest were attending Sunday School. And then it all went dark. A PIECE OF MY SOUL: CULTURAL LEGACY IN QUILTS MADE BY THE A Piece of My Soul: Cultural Legacy in Quilts Made by the Black Men and Women of Arkansas. “It seems I may be standing alone, like St.John in the wilderness, exhorting the cause of the individual African-American quilter’s creativity, a recognition of the diversity of African-American quilting, and most of all, an abandonment of the en KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI IS MORE THAN BBQ! Kansas City, Missouri is in the middle of the United States and considered a “flyover state” by many. However, the state provides a world class arts scene, a myriad of restaurant choices (more than just BBQ), an array of new boutique hotels, and museums that mightsurprise you.
48 HOURS IN BRECKENRIDGE, COLORADO By Amy Piper. When picturing Breckenridge, you probably conjure up images of skiers racing down Peak 10 on six inches of powder. However, beyond the snow-covered peaks, there’s a casual mountain town where makers have found ways to support their desire to remain in themountains.
5 DELIGHTFUL REASONS TO SPEND A WEEKEND IN LAGRANGE, … Connie Pearson is a freelance travel blogger and writer. She is a native Alabamian who has traveled extensively around the U.S. and theworld and lived in
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in Travel on 11/29/20. By Noreen Kompanik It was a Sunday morning on September 15, 1963. Four lovely African-American girls were happily tying the sashes of their choir robes in the basement lounge in Birmingham, Alabama’s 16th Street Baptist Church. 200 other church members dressed in their finest were attending Sunday School. SANTA FE: THE CITY DIFFERENT Santa Fe is known as “The City Different” and it really is. A great way to get the feel of it is to stay in a home instead of a hotel. I used Glamping Hub to locate La Paloma . This Two Casitas’ vacation rental is over a hundred year old. It’s an adobe dwelling that epitomizes Santa Fe. The casita is a studio with a separatekitchen and
RED WILLOW PEOPLE OF TAOS PUEBLO: ONE THOUSAND YEARS OF Home to the Tiwa-speaking Puebloan people, the Taos Pueblo is the oldest continuously inhabited community in the United States. The northern-most of New Mexico’s 19 pueblos, it is considered to be one of the most significant historical cultural landmarks in the world – it is the only living Native American community that is designated as both a National Historic Landmark and a TAOS MAGICAL, MYSTICAL EL MONTE SAGRADO Taos Magical, Mystical El Monte Sagrado. in Travel on 04/30/20. By Noreen Kompanik. D. H. Lawrence once described Taos as a “state of mind.”. As one of New Mexico’s most fascinating towns, Taos fittingly embraces the state’s motto as the “Land of Enchantment.”. Life forces flow down from its high peaks and well up from its deep canyons. 10 THINGS TO DO IN AVILA BEACH CALIFORNIA 9-Pick up a picnic at Woodstone Marketplace Deli in Avila Village. A 5-minute walk from the hotel you will find everything you like for a picnic. It’s also a nice place for a meal. 10-Visit France at Blue Moon Over Avila. This French bistro is a ‘don’t miss eatery. ANGELS AND DEMONS: BIRMINGHAM’S POIGNANT TALE IN THE By Noreen Kompanik. It was a Sunday morning on September 15, 1963. F our lovely African-American girls were happily tying the sashes of their choir robes in the basement lounge in Birmingham, Alabama’s 16 th Street Baptist Church. 200 other church members dressed in their finest were attending Sunday School. And then it all went dark. A PIECE OF MY SOUL: CULTURAL LEGACY IN QUILTS MADE BY THE A Piece of My Soul: Cultural Legacy in Quilts Made by the Black Men and Women of Arkansas. “It seems I may be standing alone, like St.John in the wilderness, exhorting the cause of the individual African-American quilter’s creativity, a recognition of the diversity of African-American quilting, and most of all, an abandonment of the en KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI IS MORE THAN BBQ! Kansas City, Missouri is in the middle of the United States and considered a “flyover state” by many. However, the state provides a world class arts scene, a myriad of restaurant choices (more than just BBQ), an array of new boutique hotels, and museums that mightsurprise you.
48 HOURS IN BRECKENRIDGE, COLORADO By Amy Piper. When picturing Breckenridge, you probably conjure up images of skiers racing down Peak 10 on six inches of powder. However, beyond the snow-covered peaks, there’s a casual mountain town where makers have found ways to support their desire to remain in themountains.
5 DELIGHTFUL REASONS TO SPEND A WEEKEND IN LAGRANGE, … Connie Pearson is a freelance travel blogger and writer. She is a native Alabamian who has traveled extensively around the U.S. and theworld and lived in
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NOUN. a person who participates in an activity only in their spare time. a person who holds a regular job during the week which restricts their ability to party/go on trips/partake in awesome activities, and thus plans epic weekend adventures to compensate. Short Weeks – Long Weekends is a travel and food blog dedicated to people who work ADVENTURES IN HIKING: MACHINE FALLS The trail became a mixture of dirt and rock. Some of the rocks were wet from people who had already been to the waterfall and were on their way back up and dripped water along the way. Me and Jesus had a full conversation the entire way down what my cousin described as andI
SIDETRACKED BY CHOCOLATE IN KROMERIZ Daniela was born and raised in Chile, studied in the United States, and considers herself a global citizen. An avid traveler that has visited fascinating people and places in 32 countries, she enjoys reading and shares her passion for traveling and books with her fourth grade Spanish immersion class. DISCOVERING BERKELEY CALIFORNIA Berkeley Art & Film. BAMPFA is a twofer.A modern art and a film museum reside in the same magnificent building. This University of California visual arts center is a feast for your eyes and ears. Their mission is to “inspire the imagination, ignite critical dialogue, and activate community engagement through art, film, and other forms of creativeexpression.”
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Wilbur Tague is an avid traveler and a professional photographer for over 41 years based in central Indiana. Wilbur enjoys creating life style portraits, freelance travel writing and photojournalism. KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI IS MORE THAN BBQ! Kansas City, Missouri is in the middle of the United States and considered a “flyover state” by many. However, the state provides a world class arts scene, a myriad of restaurant choices (more than just BBQ), an array of new boutique hotels, and museums that mightsurprise you.
THE LITTLE ROCK NINE: PROFILES IN COURAGE The Little Rock Nine: Profiles in Courage. We stood in the main hallway entrance of Little Rock Central High School. As the bell rang between classes, students scurried to their lockers and their next class, happily chatting with friends along the way. Just another normal high school day for high school students in Little Rock,Arkansas.
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in Travel on 11/29/20. By Noreen Kompanik It was a Sunday morning on September 15, 1963. Four lovely African-American girls were happily tying the sashes of their choir robes in the basement lounge in Birmingham, Alabama’s 16th Street Baptist Church. 200 other church members dressed in their finest were attending Sunday School. SANTA FE: THE CITY DIFFERENT Santa Fe is known as “The City Different” and it really is. A great way to get the feel of it is to stay in a home instead of a hotel. I used Glamping Hub to locate La Paloma . This Two Casitas’ vacation rental is over a hundred year old. It’s an adobe dwelling that epitomizes Santa Fe. The casita is a studio with a separatekitchen and
RED WILLOW PEOPLE OF TAOS PUEBLO: ONE THOUSAND YEARS OFRED WILLOW FARM TAOSPUEBLO OF TAOS NEW MEXICOPUEBLO OF TAOS TRIBAL ADMINISTRATIONRED WILLOW FARMRED WILLOW INDIAN RESERVATIONTAOS RED WILLOW COLLECTION Home to the Tiwa-speaking Puebloan people, the Taos Pueblo is the oldest continuously inhabited community in the United States. The northern-most of New Mexico’s 19 pueblos, it is considered to be one of the most significant historical cultural landmarks in the world – it is the only living Native American community that is designated as both a National Historic Landmark and a TAOS MAGICAL, MYSTICAL EL MONTE SAGRADO Taos Magical, Mystical El Monte Sagrado. in Travel on 04/30/20. By Noreen Kompanik. D. H. Lawrence once described Taos as a “state of mind.”. As one of New Mexico’s most fascinating towns, Taos fittingly embraces the state’s motto as the “Land of Enchantment.”. Life forces flow down from its high peaks and well up from its deep canyons. 10 THINGS TO DO IN AVILA BEACH CALIFORNIA 9-Pick up a picnic at Woodstone Marketplace Deli in Avila Village. A 5-minute walk from the hotel you will find everything you like for a picnic. It’s also a nice place for a meal. 10-Visit France at Blue Moon Over Avila. This French bistro is a ‘don’t miss eatery. ANGELS AND DEMONS: BIRMINGHAM’S POIGNANT TALE IN THEPOIGNANT DEFINITION BUSINESSPOIGNANT IN A SENTENCEPOIGNANT SYNONYMWHAT WORDPOIGNANT
By Noreen Kompanik. It was a Sunday morning on September 15, 1963. F our lovely African-American girls were happily tying the sashes of their choir robes in the basement lounge in Birmingham, Alabama’s 16 th Street Baptist Church. 200 other church members dressed in their finest were attending Sunday School. And then it all went dark. A PIECE OF MY SOUL: CULTURAL LEGACY IN QUILTS MADE BY THE A Piece of My Soul: Cultural Legacy in Quilts Made by the Black Men and Women of Arkansas. “It seems I may be standing alone, like St.John in the wilderness, exhorting the cause of the individual African-American quilter’s creativity, a recognition of the diversity of African-American quilting, and most of all, an abandonment of the en KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI IS MORE THAN BBQ! Kansas City, Missouri is in the middle of the United States and considered a “flyover state” by many. However, the state provides a world class arts scene, a myriad of restaurant choices (more than just BBQ), an array of new boutique hotels, and museums that mightsurprise you.
48 HOURS IN BRECKENRIDGE, COLORADO By Amy Piper. When picturing Breckenridge, you probably conjure up images of skiers racing down Peak 10 on six inches of powder. However, beyond the snow-covered peaks, there’s a casual mountain town where makers have found ways to support their desire to remain in themountains.
5 DELIGHTFUL REASONS TO SPEND A WEEKEND IN LAGRANGE, … Connie Pearson is a freelance travel blogger and writer. She is a native Alabamian who has traveled extensively around the U.S. and theworld and lived in
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in Travel on 11/29/20. By Noreen Kompanik It was a Sunday morning on September 15, 1963. Four lovely African-American girls were happily tying the sashes of their choir robes in the basement lounge in Birmingham, Alabama’s 16th Street Baptist Church. 200 other church members dressed in their finest were attending Sunday School. SANTA FE: THE CITY DIFFERENT Santa Fe is known as “The City Different” and it really is. A great way to get the feel of it is to stay in a home instead of a hotel. I used Glamping Hub to locate La Paloma . This Two Casitas’ vacation rental is over a hundred year old. It’s an adobe dwelling that epitomizes Santa Fe. The casita is a studio with a separatekitchen and
RED WILLOW PEOPLE OF TAOS PUEBLO: ONE THOUSAND YEARS OFRED WILLOW FARM TAOSPUEBLO OF TAOS NEW MEXICOPUEBLO OF TAOS TRIBAL ADMINISTRATIONRED WILLOW FARMRED WILLOW INDIAN RESERVATIONTAOS RED WILLOW COLLECTION Home to the Tiwa-speaking Puebloan people, the Taos Pueblo is the oldest continuously inhabited community in the United States. The northern-most of New Mexico’s 19 pueblos, it is considered to be one of the most significant historical cultural landmarks in the world – it is the only living Native American community that is designated as both a National Historic Landmark and a TAOS MAGICAL, MYSTICAL EL MONTE SAGRADO Taos Magical, Mystical El Monte Sagrado. in Travel on 04/30/20. By Noreen Kompanik. D. H. Lawrence once described Taos as a “state of mind.”. As one of New Mexico’s most fascinating towns, Taos fittingly embraces the state’s motto as the “Land of Enchantment.”. Life forces flow down from its high peaks and well up from its deep canyons. 10 THINGS TO DO IN AVILA BEACH CALIFORNIA 9-Pick up a picnic at Woodstone Marketplace Deli in Avila Village. A 5-minute walk from the hotel you will find everything you like for a picnic. It’s also a nice place for a meal. 10-Visit France at Blue Moon Over Avila. This French bistro is a ‘don’t miss eatery. ANGELS AND DEMONS: BIRMINGHAM’S POIGNANT TALE IN THEPOIGNANT DEFINITION BUSINESSPOIGNANT IN A SENTENCEPOIGNANT SYNONYMWHAT WORDPOIGNANT
By Noreen Kompanik. It was a Sunday morning on September 15, 1963. F our lovely African-American girls were happily tying the sashes of their choir robes in the basement lounge in Birmingham, Alabama’s 16 th Street Baptist Church. 200 other church members dressed in their finest were attending Sunday School. And then it all went dark. A PIECE OF MY SOUL: CULTURAL LEGACY IN QUILTS MADE BY THE A Piece of My Soul: Cultural Legacy in Quilts Made by the Black Men and Women of Arkansas. “It seems I may be standing alone, like St.John in the wilderness, exhorting the cause of the individual African-American quilter’s creativity, a recognition of the diversity of African-American quilting, and most of all, an abandonment of the en KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI IS MORE THAN BBQ! Kansas City, Missouri is in the middle of the United States and considered a “flyover state” by many. However, the state provides a world class arts scene, a myriad of restaurant choices (more than just BBQ), an array of new boutique hotels, and museums that mightsurprise you.
48 HOURS IN BRECKENRIDGE, COLORADO By Amy Piper. When picturing Breckenridge, you probably conjure up images of skiers racing down Peak 10 on six inches of powder. However, beyond the snow-covered peaks, there’s a casual mountain town where makers have found ways to support their desire to remain in themountains.
5 DELIGHTFUL REASONS TO SPEND A WEEKEND IN LAGRANGE, … Connie Pearson is a freelance travel blogger and writer. She is a native Alabamian who has traveled extensively around the U.S. and theworld and lived in
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NOUN. a person who participates in an activity only in their spare time. a person who holds a regular job during the week which restricts their ability to party/go on trips/partake in awesome activities, and thus plans epic weekend adventures to compensate. Short Weeks – Long Weekends is a travel and food blog dedicated to people who work ADVENTURES IN HIKING: MACHINE FALLS The trail became a mixture of dirt and rock. Some of the rocks were wet from people who had already been to the waterfall and were on their way back up and dripped water along the way. Me and Jesus had a full conversation the entire way down what my cousin described as andI
SIDETRACKED BY CHOCOLATE IN KROMERIZ Daniela was born and raised in Chile, studied in the United States, and considers herself a global citizen. An avid traveler that has visited fascinating people and places in 32 countries, she enjoys reading and shares her passion for traveling and books with her fourth grade Spanish immersion class. DISCOVERING BERKELEY CALIFORNIA Berkeley Art & Film. BAMPFA is a twofer.A modern art and a film museum reside in the same magnificent building. This University of California visual arts center is a feast for your eyes and ears. Their mission is to “inspire the imagination, ignite critical dialogue, and activate community engagement through art, film, and other forms of creativeexpression.”
SID GRAUMAN: THE MAN BEHIND THE WORLD’S MOST FAMOUS MOVIE Sid Grauman: The Man Behind the World’s Most Famous Movie Theater. in Travel on 04/09/18. by Phillip Hubler. The TCL (The Creative Life) Chinese Theater in Hollywood is one the most famous symbols of the cinematic industry. It is the most famous movie theater in the world. This temple to cinema was the dream of its builder Sid Grauman.GROWING UP VONNEGUT
Wilbur Tague is an avid traveler and a professional photographer for over 41 years based in central Indiana. Wilbur enjoys creating life style portraits, freelance travel writing and photojournalism. KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI IS MORE THAN BBQ! Kansas City, Missouri is in the middle of the United States and considered a “flyover state” by many. However, the state provides a world class arts scene, a myriad of restaurant choices (more than just BBQ), an array of new boutique hotels, and museums that mightsurprise you.
THE LITTLE ROCK NINE: PROFILES IN COURAGE The Little Rock Nine: Profiles in Courage. We stood in the main hallway entrance of Little Rock Central High School. As the bell rang between classes, students scurried to their lockers and their next class, happily chatting with friends along the way. Just another normal high school day for high school students in Little Rock,Arkansas.
48 HOURS IN BRECKENRIDGE, COLORADO By Amy Piper. When picturing Breckenridge, you probably conjure up images of skiers racing down Peak 10 on six inches of powder. However, beyond the snow-covered peaks, there’s a casual mountain town where makers have found ways to support their desire to remain in themountains.
FORT BRAGG CA, A NO-DRIVE WEEKEND The clean crisp air makes you lightheaded. The Mendocino coast is stunning. Your digs are perfectly located for a no-drive weekend. Your bags are unpacked, yourSHORT WEEKS
in Travel on 11/29/20. By Noreen Kompanik It was a Sunday morning on September 15, 1963. Four lovely African-American girls were happily tying the sashes of their choir robes in the basement lounge in Birmingham, Alabama’s 16th Street Baptist Church. 200 other church members dressed in their finest were attending Sunday School. SANTA FE: THE CITY DIFFERENT Santa Fe is known as “The City Different” and it really is. A great way to get the feel of it is to stay in a home instead of a hotel. I used Glamping Hub to locate La Paloma . This Two Casitas’ vacation rental is over a hundred year old. It’s an adobe dwelling that epitomizes Santa Fe. The casita is a studio with a separatekitchen and
RED WILLOW PEOPLE OF TAOS PUEBLO: ONE THOUSAND YEARS OFRED WILLOW FARM TAOSPUEBLO OF TAOS NEW MEXICOPUEBLO OF TAOS TRIBAL ADMINISTRATIONRED WILLOW FARMRED WILLOW INDIAN RESERVATIONTAOS RED WILLOW COLLECTION Home to the Tiwa-speaking Puebloan people, the Taos Pueblo is the oldest continuously inhabited community in the United States. The northern-most of New Mexico’s 19 pueblos, it is considered to be one of the most significant historical cultural landmarks in the world – it is the only living Native American community that is designated as both a National Historic Landmark and a TAOS MAGICAL, MYSTICAL EL MONTE SAGRADO Taos Magical, Mystical El Monte Sagrado. in Travel on 04/30/20. By Noreen Kompanik. D. H. Lawrence once described Taos as a “state of mind.”. As one of New Mexico’s most fascinating towns, Taos fittingly embraces the state’s motto as the “Land of Enchantment.”. Life forces flow down from its high peaks and well up from its deep canyons. 10 THINGS TO DO IN AVILA BEACH CALIFORNIA 9-Pick up a picnic at Woodstone Marketplace Deli in Avila Village. A 5-minute walk from the hotel you will find everything you like for a picnic. It’s also a nice place for a meal. 10-Visit France at Blue Moon Over Avila. This French bistro is a ‘don’t miss eatery. ANGELS AND DEMONS: BIRMINGHAM’S POIGNANT TALE IN THEPOIGNANT DEFINITION BUSINESSPOIGNANT IN A SENTENCEPOIGNANT SYNONYMWHAT WORDPOIGNANT
By Noreen Kompanik. It was a Sunday morning on September 15, 1963. F our lovely African-American girls were happily tying the sashes of their choir robes in the basement lounge in Birmingham, Alabama’s 16 th Street Baptist Church. 200 other church members dressed in their finest were attending Sunday School. And then it all went dark. A PIECE OF MY SOUL: CULTURAL LEGACY IN QUILTS MADE BY THE A Piece of My Soul: Cultural Legacy in Quilts Made by the Black Men and Women of Arkansas. “It seems I may be standing alone, like St.John in the wilderness, exhorting the cause of the individual African-American quilter’s creativity, a recognition of the diversity of African-American quilting, and most of all, an abandonment of the en KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI IS MORE THAN BBQ! Kansas City, Missouri is in the middle of the United States and considered a “flyover state” by many. However, the state provides a world class arts scene, a myriad of restaurant choices (more than just BBQ), an array of new boutique hotels, and museums that mightsurprise you.
48 HOURS IN BRECKENRIDGE, COLORADO By Amy Piper. When picturing Breckenridge, you probably conjure up images of skiers racing down Peak 10 on six inches of powder. However, beyond the snow-covered peaks, there’s a casual mountain town where makers have found ways to support their desire to remain in themountains.
5 DELIGHTFUL REASONS TO SPEND A WEEKEND IN LAGRANGE, … Connie Pearson is a freelance travel blogger and writer. She is a native Alabamian who has traveled extensively around the U.S. and theworld and lived in
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in Travel on 11/29/20. By Noreen Kompanik It was a Sunday morning on September 15, 1963. Four lovely African-American girls were happily tying the sashes of their choir robes in the basement lounge in Birmingham, Alabama’s 16th Street Baptist Church. 200 other church members dressed in their finest were attending Sunday School. SANTA FE: THE CITY DIFFERENT Santa Fe is known as “The City Different” and it really is. A great way to get the feel of it is to stay in a home instead of a hotel. I used Glamping Hub to locate La Paloma . This Two Casitas’ vacation rental is over a hundred year old. It’s an adobe dwelling that epitomizes Santa Fe. The casita is a studio with a separatekitchen and
RED WILLOW PEOPLE OF TAOS PUEBLO: ONE THOUSAND YEARS OFRED WILLOW FARM TAOSPUEBLO OF TAOS NEW MEXICOPUEBLO OF TAOS TRIBAL ADMINISTRATIONRED WILLOW FARMRED WILLOW INDIAN RESERVATIONTAOS RED WILLOW COLLECTION Home to the Tiwa-speaking Puebloan people, the Taos Pueblo is the oldest continuously inhabited community in the United States. The northern-most of New Mexico’s 19 pueblos, it is considered to be one of the most significant historical cultural landmarks in the world – it is the only living Native American community that is designated as both a National Historic Landmark and a TAOS MAGICAL, MYSTICAL EL MONTE SAGRADO Taos Magical, Mystical El Monte Sagrado. in Travel on 04/30/20. By Noreen Kompanik. D. H. Lawrence once described Taos as a “state of mind.”. As one of New Mexico’s most fascinating towns, Taos fittingly embraces the state’s motto as the “Land of Enchantment.”. Life forces flow down from its high peaks and well up from its deep canyons. 10 THINGS TO DO IN AVILA BEACH CALIFORNIA 9-Pick up a picnic at Woodstone Marketplace Deli in Avila Village. A 5-minute walk from the hotel you will find everything you like for a picnic. It’s also a nice place for a meal. 10-Visit France at Blue Moon Over Avila. This French bistro is a ‘don’t miss eatery. ANGELS AND DEMONS: BIRMINGHAM’S POIGNANT TALE IN THEPOIGNANT DEFINITION BUSINESSPOIGNANT IN A SENTENCEPOIGNANT SYNONYMWHAT WORDPOIGNANT
By Noreen Kompanik. It was a Sunday morning on September 15, 1963. F our lovely African-American girls were happily tying the sashes of their choir robes in the basement lounge in Birmingham, Alabama’s 16 th Street Baptist Church. 200 other church members dressed in their finest were attending Sunday School. And then it all went dark. A PIECE OF MY SOUL: CULTURAL LEGACY IN QUILTS MADE BY THE A Piece of My Soul: Cultural Legacy in Quilts Made by the Black Men and Women of Arkansas. “It seems I may be standing alone, like St.John in the wilderness, exhorting the cause of the individual African-American quilter’s creativity, a recognition of the diversity of African-American quilting, and most of all, an abandonment of the en KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI IS MORE THAN BBQ! Kansas City, Missouri is in the middle of the United States and considered a “flyover state” by many. However, the state provides a world class arts scene, a myriad of restaurant choices (more than just BBQ), an array of new boutique hotels, and museums that mightsurprise you.
48 HOURS IN BRECKENRIDGE, COLORADO By Amy Piper. When picturing Breckenridge, you probably conjure up images of skiers racing down Peak 10 on six inches of powder. However, beyond the snow-covered peaks, there’s a casual mountain town where makers have found ways to support their desire to remain in themountains.
5 DELIGHTFUL REASONS TO SPEND A WEEKEND IN LAGRANGE, … Connie Pearson is a freelance travel blogger and writer. She is a native Alabamian who has traveled extensively around the U.S. and theworld and lived in
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NOUN. a person who participates in an activity only in their spare time. a person who holds a regular job during the week which restricts their ability to party/go on trips/partake in awesome activities, and thus plans epic weekend adventures to compensate. Short Weeks – Long Weekends is a travel and food blog dedicated to people who work ADVENTURES IN HIKING: MACHINE FALLS The trail became a mixture of dirt and rock. Some of the rocks were wet from people who had already been to the waterfall and were on their way back up and dripped water along the way. Me and Jesus had a full conversation the entire way down what my cousin described as andI
SIDETRACKED BY CHOCOLATE IN KROMERIZ Daniela was born and raised in Chile, studied in the United States, and considers herself a global citizen. An avid traveler that has visited fascinating people and places in 32 countries, she enjoys reading and shares her passion for traveling and books with her fourth grade Spanish immersion class. DISCOVERING BERKELEY CALIFORNIA Berkeley Art & Film. BAMPFA is a twofer.A modern art and a film museum reside in the same magnificent building. This University of California visual arts center is a feast for your eyes and ears. Their mission is to “inspire the imagination, ignite critical dialogue, and activate community engagement through art, film, and other forms of creativeexpression.”
SID GRAUMAN: THE MAN BEHIND THE WORLD’S MOST FAMOUS MOVIE Sid Grauman: The Man Behind the World’s Most Famous Movie Theater. in Travel on 04/09/18. by Phillip Hubler. The TCL (The Creative Life) Chinese Theater in Hollywood is one the most famous symbols of the cinematic industry. It is the most famous movie theater in the world. This temple to cinema was the dream of its builder Sid Grauman.GROWING UP VONNEGUT
Wilbur Tague is an avid traveler and a professional photographer for over 41 years based in central Indiana. Wilbur enjoys creating life style portraits, freelance travel writing and photojournalism. KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI IS MORE THAN BBQ! Kansas City, Missouri is in the middle of the United States and considered a “flyover state” by many. However, the state provides a world class arts scene, a myriad of restaurant choices (more than just BBQ), an array of new boutique hotels, and museums that mightsurprise you.
THE LITTLE ROCK NINE: PROFILES IN COURAGE The Little Rock Nine: Profiles in Courage. We stood in the main hallway entrance of Little Rock Central High School. As the bell rang between classes, students scurried to their lockers and their next class, happily chatting with friends along the way. Just another normal high school day for high school students in Little Rock,Arkansas.
48 HOURS IN BRECKENRIDGE, COLORADO By Amy Piper. When picturing Breckenridge, you probably conjure up images of skiers racing down Peak 10 on six inches of powder. However, beyond the snow-covered peaks, there’s a casual mountain town where makers have found ways to support their desire to remain in themountains.
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