I almost missed Sapa entirely. I had one night in Hanoi, a vague idea that the mountains in the north were worth seeing, and a friend who said — without much explanation — just take the night train. So I did. I boarded at Hanoi station just before 10 PM, fell asleep somewhere in the …
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Wander With Wonder – Discovering Wow Moments Around the World or Across the Street Private air flight to the Caribbean makes for an exceptional experience. It can take the usual travel experience to a whole new level. St. Maarten, Turks & Caicos, St. Kitts and Nevis, Antigua and Barbuda, and the Bahamas. The list goes …
Been focussing a bit on facades lately and stumbled across a few photos from way-back-when the girls and I were wandering in Siena – way-back-when being circa 2007. I used a proper camera back then, see, but must have left it at the ancient farmhouse just outside San Gimignano that day, because all I can find …
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Wander With Wonder – Discovering Wow Moments Around the World or Across the Street Discover the beauty and adventure awaiting you in the Black Hills. Experience the wonders of Black Hills South Dakota in summer. Three years ago, my husband Bill and I left Phoenix in our RV with a simple plan: explore America. We …
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Wander With Wonder – Discovering Wow Moments Around the World or Across the Street Discover why Saadiyat Island is a must-visit destination in Abu Dhabi, with world-class museums, striking architecture, and unforgettable cultural experiences. When you picture an island getaway, swaying palm trees, soft white sand, and turquoise waters probably come to mind. While Saadiyat …