I hope everyone had a safe and lovely holiday season. I have received many calls and during our conversations the topic of what I think about taking the vaccine that is out to combat the virus. Let me first start by saying it is a personal choice by each individual. Like anything else you have… Read More My thoughts on the vaccine
One of the popular ports when cruising the Caribbean is St. Martin an island divided into one side French and the other Dutch. In addition to the lovely beaches and great resorts a tour around the island has some interesting encounters. Having stayed at one of the resorts for a week before taking this tour… Read More A stop in St. Martin
As the virus continues to ravish the nation we find ourselves finding different ways to cope as we try to curtail the spread. The situation remains grim but there is a sliver of hope going forward. A vaccine or vaccines appear to be coming sooner than expected, that’s good news but we need to have… Read More A spin around New York city
I had hoped to take a cruise this year since I haven’t been on one for the last two years. I generally get a cruise in as the land tours can be hectic so cruising allows for some relaxed time especially if I am doing the Caribbean. I generally choose a cruise line based on… Read More A little cruise life
Every time I return to Jamaica I discover places that I had not seen or been to before. So many of us do not get the chance to explore some of the great places to see and things to do until we return on a visit. I will share some of the things I have… Read More Some highlights of Jamaica
Well I hope everyone is doing well despite the pandemic. With this in mind, I will continue to share some that I might have shared with some of you before and others for the first time. This vacation was part land and part river boat. The tour was organized by Grand Circle Tours therefore all… Read More A glimpse sailing the Danube
Well my friends vacation in 2020 came to a sudden halt for all of us so I have to go to reminiscing on past vacations that I have not shared with you. One of my friends with whom I worked for a few years before her heading off to serve our country in the Air… Read More A week of rest and relaxation
While on a cruise making stops in Central America we stopped at the port of Huatulco, located on the Pacific side of Mexico. This is a resort town that boasts a large number of beaches that is said to be some of the most beautiful you can find. Unfortunately this visit did not allow for… Read More Huatulco a hidden treasure?
Arica located in northern Chile offered a different perspective of Chile in contrast to the large city like Santiago. I had not heard of Arica before but of the Atacama desert. I ended up here because it was one of the ports on our cruise itinerary. While driving through the Atacama desert we made a… Read More A stop in Arica, Chile
Another popular stop while cruising the Caribbean is the island of Dominica in the lesser Antilles group. Although nestled between Guadeloupe and Martinique their main language is English and French patois. Arriving at the port similar to other islands there are many natives ready to take you on a tour. Sites include waterfalls, hot springs,… Read More Dominica
