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    The Turtle Nesting Walk in Hobe Sound, Florida

    June 21, 2016 - By 

    It’s a sunny, humid, June morning. I kickstart my day by exploring Martin County, Florida on my own, at least until an afternoon rainy spell erupts. The highlight of my itinerary today is a turtle nesting walk in Hobe Sound. My ride, Nerissa, from the Martin County Tourism office, picks me up for dinner. I’ve been looking forward to this Turtle Nesting Walk from the moment I landed at Palm Beach International Airport. Hobe Sound, Martin County Florida Turtle Nesting Walk We take a leisurely drive through Jupiter Island, an extremely wealthy area of Martin County where celebrities, an ex-president’s family members,…

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    Seven Road Trip Necessities This Canada Day #ChurchandDwight

    June 20, 2016 - By 

    Road trip season has begun in earnest around here, so I am stocking up on a few road trip necessities. Car and van trips can be equal parts fun and chaos. Stack the deck in favour of fun and be prepared for anything with these popular brands. This past weekend we headed to Muskoka and the Huntsville area for a weekend away at Ontario Pioneer Camp Blogger’s Weekend. We have several more road trips and plane trips in the works this season and I am looking forward to each one. BUT, I am also preparing for each because road trips…

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    My Five Favourite Travel Necessities

    June 14, 2016 - By 

    I have been giving travel a lot of thought this year and trying to up my game. That got me thinking about my five travel necessities. You know, those things that you have grown to love as a frequent traveler or a travel blogger? We each have some products we love and rarely leave home without. These are my favourite travel products that keep me sane on the road. I have been consistently traveling once a month and that has made me more conscientious about what I need to travel, and what I can live without when I am away from…

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    Fireworks Displays – Where to Find the Best Shows #travel

    June 7, 2016 - By 

    Fireworks displays are something people of all ages can’t get enough of. The thumping in your chest. The bright, flashing technicolor blooms in the night sky. Laying on a blanket, or sitting in lawn chairs, staring at the sky anticipating each blast or color. It’s all a combination of wonder and old school fun. Fireworks displays are family fun that are as wholesome as they are colorful.   The Best Fireworks Displays in the United States If you’re looking for the best of the best fireworks displays in the United States, you’ve got some choices. From coast to coast, cities…

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    Summer Reading Adventures with KOBO Aura H20

    June 6, 2016 - By 

    Summer is my favourite time for reading. I love to take my reader to the beach or just sit next to the pool and read a good book. I enjoy a good story year round, but there’s nothing nicer than a beautiful sunny day with a favourite book. Much of my summer revolves around the beach and the pool. This year I don’t need to worry about getting splashed poolside, or dropping a book in the water because I have my waterproof Kobo Aura H20 to do all my summer reading. Summer Reading Means Fun in the Sun – and…

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    Visiting Florida and Uncovering Something New

    June 3, 2016 - By 

    The beauty of visiting Florida is that you can travel there every year and still uncover something new and fresh and inviting on each trip. When I was younger I thought everything in Florida centred around Disney. Last year, I visited Florida 5 times and I can tell you that I was wrong. Florida is something new every time you visit. Last year was a wonderful year for travel here and 2016 is poised to eclipse that. Next week I am heading to one of my favourite states. This time I will be seeing Martin County and Indian River. This month I look forward…

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    Last Minute Travel Plans – 6 Ways to Always Be Prepared #travel

    May 31, 2016 - By 

    Travel plans are generally best when laid out well in advance. That way all your ducks are in a row. Your I’s are dotted and your T’s are crossed. Pick any of those old cliches. However, sometimes travel is a spur of the moment thing. Whether it’s a family emergency, a super last minute business trip, or just a mega dose of cabin fever, there are times when you have to head out with limited travel plans in place. That’s why I’ve put together a list of ways to help you be prepared for last minute travel. Travel Plans for Quick Departure…

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    Buying Tires – What do You Need to Know?

    May 25, 2016 - By 

    Buying tires involves more than just going out and picking the first thing you see. It’s actually quite involved as I found out recently. From getting the right size to picking the tread to finding a good price, buying tires requires some forethought to make sure you get the right tires for your vehicle, your area of the world, and your driving conditions. Bald Tires are Not Safe My tires have been bald for quite some time. Last Christmas, right before we left for Miami and a winter cruise, the regular service person I deal with warned me I needed new…

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    Tips For How To Survive A Road Trip #Travel

    May 24, 2016 - By 

    A Family road Trip That Won’t Break the Bank Summer is the perfect time for a family road trip. It’s warm. It’s breezy. All the best attractions and sites are open. So how do you take a family road trip without breaking the bank? I’m glad you asked! I’ve put together some tips to help you save money on your next family road trip. How to Save Money on Your Family Road Trip Family road trips are almost always less expensive than flying to a resort and spending a week. They’re also far more intimate. It’s nice to head down…

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    I Vote For Special Needs Travel #travel

    May 18, 2016 - By 

    One of the things I love most about travel is that travel is different things to different people and it is what you need it to be. It is slow, or fast, or multigenerational or empty nest, or foodie, or adventure. It can also be special needs travel. There are as many ways to travel as there are travellers. This month I am joining 30 other travel bloggers to celebrate all kinds of travel. It’s my second year doing this travel blogger series. You can read each of the amazing posts about travel on wordtraveling.com.   Special Needs Travel My daughter,…