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Make Your Philly Visit Better Using These Tips
It's Always Sunny at Paddy's In my opinion, Tripadvisor does not provide the justice Philadelphia deserves as a top American tourist...
elleno1962
Feb 16 min read
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"Lucy, I'm Home!" - Jamestown, New York Will Make You Laugh
Go directly to websites by clicking on underlined features I’m betting many of you have never heard of Jamestown, New York. I’m willing...
elleno1962
Nov 21, 20243 min read
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Why Visit Kansas City? Start with Joe, Then Nelson, And Finish With Howard
Though I visited KC twice before, little did I know what a treat I was in for.
elleno1962
Sep 21, 20243 min read
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When Is The Best Time To Visit Copenhagen?
Despite visiting Copenhagen several times already, this year’s adventure proved to be outstanding for many reasons. Four of us...
elleno1962
Aug 17, 20244 min read
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Arriving in Hamburg, Germany Post Cruise - What to Do With Too Much Luggage
Click on any underlined sites to be taken directly to its website When the seven of us confirmed our bookings for the Queen Mary 2...
elleno1962
Jul 15, 20243 min read
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Cunard's Queen Mary 2 - What it's Like to Sail With Her Fifteen Years Later
Note: Yes, I did write that my New Hampshire post in May 2024 would be my last. However, encouraged from continued support from my...
elleno1962
Jun 21, 20244 min read
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New Hampshire's Best Resorts in all Seasons
I can happily report on quite a few of the BEST resorts New Hampshire has to offer.
elleno1962
May 4, 20245 min read
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Travel Rule #1 - If Something Sounds Too Good To Be True, It Probably Is
Travel Tip: Remember the adage: "If it looks too good to be true, it probably is".
elleno1962
Apr 25, 20242 min read
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What Exactly Makes Martha's Vineyard So Special?
Vacationing on Martha's Vineyard is a whole different animal than spending time on the Cape. Is it better?
elleno1962
Apr 15, 20243 min read
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Finding Not Much Fun Visiting Yosemite and Napa Back to Back
Unfortunately, this trip totally burned me out. For the first time in my life, I found myself wishing I had stayed home.
elleno1962
Apr 3, 20244 min read
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Why Portugal Is Worth Adding To Your European Itinerary; A Middle Aged Perspective
Piggybacking off our trip to Belgium and the Netherlands, Pete and I flew TAP (Air Portugal) to Lisbon, Portugal in May, 2023. Could...
elleno1962
Mar 25, 20243 min read
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Belgium and Cologne - Why You Should Put Visits on Your Bucket List
Click on any underlined features to go directly to the website Many European trips appear focused around taking a river cruise or...
elleno1962
Mar 16, 20246 min read
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Scottsdale? Keep on Driving to Tucson
Traveler’s Tip: Instead of staying in Scottsdale, consider flying or driving south to stay in Tucson. Read why.
elleno1962
Mar 7, 20244 min read
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Meet In Crete for a Relaxing Greek Holiday
If you desire a quiet, more relaxing Greek vacation, I highly recommend putting Crete on your wish list.
elleno1962
Feb 29, 20243 min read
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How To Maximize your Canadian Rockies Trip Planning
In August 2022, Pete and I finally packed for our much anticipated Canadian Rockies rail/driving trip first booked in June of 2019. I’m...
elleno1962
Feb 20, 20244 min read
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Switzerland - Hike,Bike,Take Flight
If I were given airline tickets good for any country in Europe, it’s a no-brainer where I’d choose to go, for a fourth time! When...
elleno1962
Feb 13, 20246 min read
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The Best Time to See Tulips and Gondolas
Finally, after a two year wait, it was time to see tulips and gondolas. Did we pick the best time?
elleno1962
Jan 30, 20246 min read
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Sanibel's "Ding" Darling is Open!
The "Ding" Darling Wildlife Nature Preserve is well on its way to returning to as special a place as it felt in January 2022.
elleno1962
Jan 22, 20242 min read
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The Best Guide For Your Big Southern Driving Loop, Just Be Sure to Do This
When my husband dragged me out of Texas in 1992 to return to Louisville, Kentucky where we would live the next four years, we stopped...
elleno1962
Jan 14, 20246 min read
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Why a Visit to Detroit Will Get Your Motor Humming
I am super excited about this blog post. Out of all the places I’ve visited, this major US metropolis provided the best surprises. When...
elleno1962
Jan 5, 20243 min read
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Magnets of Adventure
Trip Tips and Planning Made Easy
ellesntravelmagnets blog began as a respite from ongoing Covid travel restrictions in the summer of 2022. Written in chronological order, each week you can learn about a destination along with travel tips and lessons learned sometimes the hard way. The purpose? To inspire you to create your own adventures. The world is essentially open again - get out there!
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