How taking PTSD on the road and traveling saved my life
The dirty secret They say that one shouldn’t write about personal stuff on a travel blog, that one shouldn’t air one’s dirty laundry for all to see nor share things other than travel. Sadly I have never been one to…
Tagalongs… the Girl Scouts secret weapon
Torture for the dieter Continuing on my investigation of the Girl Scout cookies I opened a box of Tagalongs expecting another “Ok, another cookie” moment. After one bite though I found myself eyeing those near me. No, it wasn’t the…
William Dean Chocolates
Chocolate art or art that is chocolate I can’t decide. I’d have to say on first glance William Dean Chocolates is definitely a bit of both. Knowing my intense sweet tooth may not be as objective as needed I managed…
Acacia House, Napa Valley – worth all the hype?
Acacia House by Chris Cosentino in St Helena, California… Let me first start by just saying that I tagged along with WineTravelEats to meet a mutual friend for a meal. I was in charge of getting the directions (brave people) and for…
A Quick Stop at Black Crow Coffee St Pete
First Impressions Series They say first impressions last I had just finished up at an appointment near the Historic Northeast district of St Pete (FL) and found myself in dire need of some caffeine. As one does these days I…
Love big cats? Jukani Wildlife Sanctuary is a must!
Big cats treated with dignity and respect Every now and then when you visit a country you happen upon a place that leaves you with lasting memories and warm fuzzies. The Jukani Wildlife Sanctuary was one such place for me. We…
Cape Point – Crazy beauty that will blow your mind!
Sharing is caring they say, so I need to let you know the pros and cons to this gorgeous area called Cape Point, also known as the Cape of Good Hope or mistakenly the tip of Africa (its really Cape…
Safari West – A piece of Africa in California
From a South African perspective To the average “passerby” Safari West in Sonoma County, California, is a cool place to go glamping with some wild animals and birds in the background. What’s the big deal right? Right. Well here is the low…
Postcards from Domaine Carneros
When out in Northern California visiting the infamous Napa Valley, Domaine Carneros is just one of those must visit places. Now let’s be honest, the bubbles speak for themselves with their elegant simplicity that always has you reaching for a bottle…
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