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Barbecue and Family Time in Memphis

The Peabody Hotel, with its famous ducks and beautifully decorated lobby, was a moment of escape during an otherwise family-centric visit to Memphis recently. Huge numbers crowded the Peabody Hotel, waiting for...

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What to Do in Downtown Oakland

I have ventured to the Bay Area probably a half a dozen times in my life. And like most visitors, by the ‘Bay Area’, I mean San Francisco. Little did I know, lurking just across the bay was downtown...

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Corners of the Internet #20

Good morning and happy holidays! I am coming to you direct from sunny Florida, where the coffee is strong, jazz standards are pumping through the speakers and the decibel level from all of the chatter is high....

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Five Underrated Italian Destinations

Somehow, over the years, we’ve spent nearly two months in Italy. We’re similar to many people in that the siren song of Italy draws us back again and again. Italy has a unique mix of consistently fabulous...

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The Ultimate Nashville Weekend

Have I mentioned recently what terrible tourists we are? That we have trouble leaving our accommodations before 11am, dawdling around for hours? That we limit ourselves to one, maybe two, attractions per day? That we...

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8 Stunning Places to See in Jamaica

Winter is coming. Actually, winter has come. The weather has us thinking beaches. Warm, sunny beaches. Famed for its sun-kissed beaches, laid-back charm and luxury resorts, Jamaica provides exactly what we all need...