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Haulin’ in Hawley

Set inside the gorgeous Pocono Mountain region of Pennsylvania is the small town of Hawley. You may ask, why you should have this town on your day-trip radar. My answer? Experiencing the Pennsylvania Rail Bike adventure! Located at the Hawley … Continue reading

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New, New York Experiences

I’ve been to NYC many times over the years, yet the city never fails to reveal something new. On my latest trip, I checked two long-awaited stops off my list: the New York Public Library at Bryant Park and the … Continue reading

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Exploring the Coastal Treasures of Cape May

I have been all over the East Coast, visiting little gems and large attractions alike, but Cape May, New Jersey was never on my radar, until this summer. Driving through the back streets to the bus parking area, I immediately … Continue reading

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Gunpowder and Gardens, Part 1

Along the Brandywine River in northern Delaware sits an estate where visitors can learn about the duPont family’s legacy. The Hagley Museum and grounds are the location of the duPont gunpowder manufacturing company, established in 1802. A tour of the … Continue reading

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Austria, a quick stop

Going to Germany to see our friends was exciting enough, but on one of our excursions, they surprised us with a day trip to Austria.  Southern Germany is close to a few different countries so dipping our toes into another … Continue reading

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The Blue and the Grey

About 10 years ago I went to the National Civil War Museum.  Like any historical museum, it was filled with exhibits that made you think, made you sad and sometimes made you angry with regards to how people justified backward … Continue reading

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Singapore

It’s hard to believe that I now live in an area of the world I thought of as “exotic.”  So many awesome things are close by and can be reached with a short flight. The other day I had to … Continue reading

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