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Antarctica: Exploring an untamed land

March 23, 2022 Beverly McLean 0

My anticipation began mounting the moment I confirmed my reservations to Antarctica. In February, I would be fulfilling my dream of setting foot on my seventh continent.  Most of the vast area remains untouched and [Read More…]

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The Maldives, islands in South Asia

February 22, 2022 Nancy B. Alligood, CTC 0

The Maldives is an island country of South Asia located in the Arabian Sea region of the Indian Ocean. They are located about 430 miles off the coast of mainland Asia and to the southwest [Read More…]

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Considerations for travel planning

January 17, 2022 Donna Croushore 0

Remember when planning a vacation was so easy? First, deciding where to go — sunny resort in the Caribbean or maybe a tour through a beautiful European country would be nice. Cruising is always a good choice; [Read More…]

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The Rhine River is ideal for a first European river cruise

December 27, 2021 Beverly McLean 0

I have long been a fan of ocean cruising, but last fall I sailed on my first river cruise on the Rhine River. It is Europe’s longest river, beginning as a glacial drip high in the [Read More…]

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Exploring the Canary Islands —  a tropical paradise!

November 11, 2021 Nancy B. Alligood, CTC 0

Located in the North Atlantic Ocean off the southeast coast of Morocco, you will find a Spanish archipelago of islands called the Canary Islands. The archipelago is economically and politically European and is part of [Read More…]

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Why you need a travel advisor now more than ever

October 25, 2021 Beverly McLean 0

Thankfully, with vaccine rollouts earlier this year, travel has begun a steady rebound. My own re-entry into travel mirrored the experiences of many other travelers. At first, I felt the safest driving to the Smokey [Read More…]

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The ABCs of the Southern Caribbean

September 23, 2021 Donna Croushore 0

Commonly known as the ABC Islands, the three western-most Caribbean islands of the Leeward Antilles in the Southern Caribbean — Aruba, Bonaire and Curacao — are situated just off the coast of Venezuela. Each island is recognized for its [Read More…]

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Exploring the Great Lakes of North America

August 13, 2021 Nancy B. Alligood, CTC 0

The Great Lakes of North America are a series of large interconnected freshwater lakes in the upper mid-east region of North America that connect to the Atlantic Ocean via the Saint Lawrence River. The five [Read More…]

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Is this your year to visit the white continent?

July 26, 2021 Beverly McLean 0

As COVID-19 vaccination rates rose this year, travel came roaring back from a virtual yearlong standstill. Because most of us consider travel and vacations a mental health necessity, being homebound for more than a year [Read More…]

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Let’s talk luxury vacation villas

June 28, 2021 Donna Croushore 0

On your next vacation, seek out a unique living experience, whether your next trip is with friends, family members or you are looking for that special wedding location destination. Enter private villas! Villa vacation homes [Read More…]

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Exploring the mighty Amazon

May 21, 2021 Nancy B. Alligood, CTC 0

The mighty Amazon River, the greatest river in South America, is the largest river by discharge volume of water in the world. It begins in the Andes Mountains of Peru and flows west to east [Read More…]

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National Heritage Areas benefit us

April 26, 2021 Beverly McLean 0

As coronavirus vaccinations get into more arms, the pent-up desire to travel is bursting at the seams, although the pandemic has shifted some of our travel preferences. Now, more travelers prefer natural settings with plenty [Read More…]

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