Veronica James's Blog, page 121
February 3, 2019
First Setting Eyes on Île Tintamarre
It's not often that we find a place completely unknown to us, but Île Tintamarre is one we found hiding in plain sight. Join us as we explore the quirky history of this intriguing little land just off the Northeast coast of of Saint Martin... CONTINUE READING >>
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January 24, 2019
Fear Conquering & Snow Skiing
Learning to ski at my age had me worrying about things that a younger person might not have.
What if I plummet over a cliff, break my hip, and die from complications a week later? What if I take a blow to the back of my head from one of those chair ride thingies and end up like an amnesia-riddled soap opera character? What if? But as a committed GypsyNester, it is my duty to step out of my comfort zone and... CONTINUE READING >>
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January 18, 2019
The Drive to See Los Angeles
Some cities are easy to see on foot, just park downtown and walk to most of the attractions. LA is not one of them. You need wheels... CONTINUE READING >>
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January 15, 2019
Sled Dogs & Snow Ghosts – Whitefish, Montana in the Winter
Whitefish, Montana! A quirky, friendly little town with a great sense of humor, a fabulous microbrewery, and some of the most incredible scenery in the world!Join us as we head into Glacier National Park in the snow and dog sled (!!!) through the breathtaking Stillwater State Forest with goofy grins pasted on our faces... CONTINUE READING >>
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January 8, 2019
The Titanic History of Halifax
Through the centuries of European migration to North America, perhaps no place has been any more consequential than Halifax. That history makes the city one of continent’s most interesting to visit... CONTINUE READING >>
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January 3, 2019
Look out below! Holding Our Breath Under the BVI
There is an amazing world of colors and scenery, along with an incredible collection of marine wildlife, to be discovered beneath the crystal blue waters of the British Virgin Islands... CONTINUE READING >>
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December 26, 2018
Get a Jump on the New Year and Leave a Smaller Footprint
How about turning over a new leaf for the New Year? The Nature Conservancy has great ideas to help make the resolution a reality. No need to wait, get started now! CONTINUE READING >>
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December 24, 2018
A Very Merry Christmas…
Merry Christmas to all from the GypsyNesters!
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December 11, 2018
Coming to America? From Sea to Shining Sea There is so Much to See!
Our first piece of advice is to remember that the US is huge. Don’t think that if you’ve seen one region you’ve seen it all...
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December 8, 2018
Why We Love a Good Christmas Market
We love Christmas markets!
The festivities, the food, the comraderie, the glühwein - put it all together and we've got ourselves a great way to ring in the season!
But really -- you ask -- how different can they be? Surely one Christmas market is the same as the next?
Our reply? Not by a loooooooong shot! ... CONTINUE READING >>
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