St. Patrick's day in Dublin, Ireland

By Logan Marshall, 03/16/2012

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It doesn't get more green than Ireland where St. Patrick's Day is a national holiday and lasts four days.

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The Cinque Terre

By Logan Marshall, 03/12/2012

Vernazza
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Located along the Western coast of Northern Italy the Cinque Terre are five villages interconnected by several walking trails. The towns along the coast are well known and visited but most tourists aren't willing to put forth the effort to travel along the entire route.  Read More...

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Back from St. Maarten

By Bob Guymon, 03/05/2012

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Our trip to St. Maarten turned out to be even nicer and more exciting than anyone had anticipated. We stayed at the Sonesta Maho Beach Resort & Casino - in their premier oceanview balcony rooms. We all have lovely rooms on the 7th and 8th floors offering spectacular views. Read More...

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Spring Approaches—National Cherry Blossom Festival

By Logan Marshall, 02/27/2012

Photo by Simon Williams

From March 1 to the 19 the 3,750 trees, given to the US by the people of Japan, and planted throughout the Tidal Basin in West Potomac Park, in East Potomac Park (Hains Point), and on the Washington Monument Grounds and are the highlight of the National Cherry Blossom Festival.  Read More...

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Silversea Cruises and Their New Specials

By Logan Marshall, 02/17/2012

In light of new Silversea Cruise specials for 2012, click here to learn more, we wanted to write a little something about the amenities that are unique to Silversea ships. Read More...

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International Desserts

By Logan Marshall, 02/13/2012

Macarons from Pierre Marcolini

Photo by Michel Osmenda

Desserts provide a remarkable insight into the cultures that create them. Though it's possible to find Americanized versions here at home it just isn't the same as the authentic version. So here are some to check out the next time you're abroad. Read More...

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Our Favorite Destinations

By Thomas Travel Staff, 02/06/2012

As travel agents we've traveled a lot.  But there's always one destination that caught our attention the first time in a special way.  These are ours...Read More...

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Disney Adventures

By Logan Marshall, 01/30/2012

Adventures by Disney, the Tour company created by the Disney Corporation, adds new definition to the idea of a family vacation. As such the destinations Adventures by Disney takes its passengers to are fairly mainstream but their approach is largely unique. Read More...

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Our Azamara Picks

By Logan Marshall, 01/27/2012

Azamara cruises is one of our favorite Cruise Lines.   With several of the amenities found aboard larger cruise ships--sans the crowds--and the ability to explore smaller ports similar to River Cruises Azamara shines among midsized ships with its all-inclusiveness.  Read More...

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Disney Fantasy

By Logan Marshall, 01/20/2012

Walt Disney Imagineering Concept Art

The latest ship to enter into service for the Disney Cruise Lines is almost ready to begin receiving passengers.  Built in the same style as its sister ships the Disney Fantasy takes cues from the grand age of Ocean liners and combines it with the whimsy of Disney. Read More...

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