Veronica James's Blog, page 7
August 5, 2025
How It Feels to Volunteer at a School in Africa
An experience that will live in our hearts forever.
In Tanzania, we spent mornings teaching English and afternoons refurbishing a classroom.
Each of these tasks offered unexpected rewards and challenges and resulted in emotions and memories that will last our lifetimes... CONTINUE READING >>
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Take a Break at an Adults-Only Hotel in Puerto Rico
We should never feel the least bit guilty about taking a kid free vacation. It is a great way to rest up, relax, and recharge so that you can return home more refreshed and ready to get back to raising those kids or work with new found energy... CONTINUE READING >>
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August 3, 2025
Here’s Everything You Should Know Before You Dine Out in Tennessee
How many times have you walked into a restaurant, looked at the menu, and realized halfway through your meal that you spent twice what you expected? Dining out in Tennessee can catch people off guard, especially as food prices shift, supply chains affect portions, and local spots adjust to the growing demand from both travelers and residents. In this … Continue reading "Here’s Everything You Should Know Before You Dine Out in Tennessee"
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July 28, 2025
How Culture Shapes the Way We Explore
Why do some travelers rush to check off landmarks while others linger at a small café all afternoon? Why do certain people demand fast service while others are content to wait? The way we explore isn’t just about budgets or bucket lists. It’s shaped by culture—our own and the one we’re stepping into. And in a world where we … Continue reading "How Culture Shapes the Way We Explore"
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How to Find NordPass Promo Codes That Work in Spain
By using these verified sources and following a few smart savings strategies, you’ll enjoy all the benefits of NordPass—at a fraction of the cost...
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Introducing Mokwheel Obsidian 2.0: Full Suspension Fat Tire Electric Bike
Whether you need a solid electric bike for adults for daily commuting or weekend adventures, the Obsidian 2.0 is the kind of bike that sticks around—not because it’s flashy or compact, but because it’s steady and dependable... CONTINUE READING >>
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July 25, 2025
We Packed as Many of London’s Landmarks as We Could into Two Days, How’d We Do?
From our base in Paddington, we set out to see as much as we possibly could of London in under 48 hours. We think we did pretty darn good, see if you agree. Did we miss anything?
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July 24, 2025
Need A Quick Escape? Try This Lazy-To-Lively Weekend Plan
Weekends slip away fast. One minute it’s Friday evening, the next it’s Sunday night, and nothing really changed. The couch, some snacks, a scroll through social media—it all blends together.
But here’s something different. A lazy-to-lively plan that lets you reset without going far. No complicated travel, or need to pack like it’s a two-week trip. Just a light, … Continue reading "Need A Quick Escape? Try This Lazy-To-Lively Weekend Plan"
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A Booklover’s Map of London: Real Places from Fiction
London has been written and rewritten by generations of authors, and each of them has left their mark. Find their ghosts in shopfronts and staircases, or in river fog and forgotten alleys... CONTINUE READING >>
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July 23, 2025
We Found the Best Accommodation in the South of Gran Canaria
The Marina Suites Hotel features family apartments so that feature magnificent views, which means the incredible Atlantic Ocean can be your background for the entire vacation... CONTINUE READING >>
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