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Exploring the Stunning Croatian Coast on a Luxury Cruise
For years friends were whispering about their Croatian vacations. With each new recap I became more and more enthralled with Croatia. In their descriptions my friends used words such as: magnificent, unspoiled, historical, and turquoise waters. I researched different itineraries and settled on exploring Croatia via a small cruise ship. My crew of four used…
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Explore Amsterdam Series · Part 3 of 9 · Flower Bikes
Brightly colored bikes decorated in flowers, clocks, butterflies, records, and other features are sprinkled throughout Amsterdam. Behind these beautiful bikes is a pretty cool story! The bikes are the work of Warren Gregory, an American gentleman, fondly known as the Flower Bike Man. Warren began decorating bikes for his wife in the early 2000s while…
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Luzianne Café · Casual All-Day Breakfast & Lunch · New Orleans
In the heart of the Warehouse District, Luzianne Café is a neighborhood diner serving casual all-day breakfast and lunch since late 2022. The café was opened as the personal project of company CEO William Reily. He is the fourth generation to run the grocery wholesale company since it opened in 1902. Reily envisioned the café…
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The Art of Provisioning for a BVI Boat Charter Adventure
For those planning a charter boat trip in the British Virgin Islands (BVI), I have compiled all the information you may need to provision your boat. This post covers the different types of provisioning, how to accurately provision, and where to purchase quality provisions. Specifics to the Road Town marina for shopping in person are…
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One Day in Split · Croatia
Split is the second-largest city in Croatia. It faces the sparkling Adriatic Sea with mountains for a backdrop. Always buzzing, Split has the perfect balance of tradition and modern life. You can relax and wander around the city at your own pace. The city offers some of the best ruins dating back to the Roman…
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Thai Blossom Restaurant in Winter Garden, FL
Thai Blossom is located at 99 W Plant Street in the downtown area of Winter Garden, Florida on the bottom level of the historic Edgewater Hotel. Thai Blossom is an award-winning restaurant and the owners have over 20 years of restaurant experience. The menu includes lots of appetizers including calamari, fried wontons, egg rolls, and…
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Hotel Peter and Paul in New Orleans
Hotel Peter and Paul, a boutique hotel, is the product of a six year, $22 million, restoration project of Saint Peter and Paul Catholic Church and School in Marigny. Steep in New Orleans history, the hotel takes up an entire block comprised of four buildings: a church, convent, rectory, and school. Nathalie Jordi, the developer…
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Ultimate Guide to Croatia’s Stunning Blue Cave
Not only is the Blue Cave in Croatia a natural phenomena, but this unique attraction is destined to be one of your vacation highlights. The Blue Cave, known locally as Modra Spilja or Blue Grotto, is a sea cave known for its incredible blue color. Location The Blue Cave is located in a small inlet…
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Crazy Cool Croatia: Amazing Facts You Didn’t Know!
Lonely Planet listed Croatia as “Best in Travel 2024”. Besides idyllic islands, sun-kissed shorelines, and historic walled cities, Croatia boasts other interesting facts. How much do you know about Croatia? Read all about it here. Facts about Croatia’s History Gladiators Fought in a Colosseum Although Pula Arena is way less famous than the Colosseum in Rome, it…
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The Leading Guide to Croatian Slang
Although it can be tricky, slang is used in every day conversations. It is an integral part of a language and a way to communicate in a relaxed manner with your friends, family, or people you meet while traveling! Learning Croatian slang will help you sound more natural and relatable, especially when talking to locals. You will surely…
