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Winter view of Cap de Creus

Art and luxury during Costa Brava’s low season

Empty Marlboro Street 2

A Different Sort of Paddy’s Day

A fountain on Grand Parade street in Cork, Ireland, with snow on the ground and the edges of the fountain.

Let’s Talk About the Weather

Inver-peeking

Hallooo from the Highlands!

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A lovely view from Inverlochy and some teasers of more to come!

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Natural History Museum

Cozy and Crazy in London

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Traveling light – and cheap! – in London. First peek.

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Cheese

Tenerife and the Secret Road to Cheese

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Never pass up the chance to explore the road less traveled. There may be cheese at the end of it!

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*NOM NOM NOM*

Mexican food is comfort food

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When living overseas, people miss different things from home. For me it’s definitely Mexican food.

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at least it doesn't have cannons

Chip Butties and Other Naughty Bits

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A visit to Youghal reveals tiny Vikings, the miracle of birth, bastard half brothers of the king, and tasty treats. Among other things.

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cormorant drying its wings on one of the secret water posts

The River Wild-lee (the River Lee!)

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Despite flowing through the heart of Ireland’s second biggest city, the River Lee is full of wildlife – even whales!

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View from an Irish sea cave

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A sunny day and a serendipitous visit with an old friend leads to a lovely day at the beach.

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Irish Buddha? Sure, why not!

Ireland: Body, Mind, & Spirit

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When life brings you contrast and change, it can be very hard on the emotions.  It flows naturally that the body is affected by the chemical soup coursing through your veins.  Friends and loved ones are full of advice and support, but ultimately it's a very lonely experience. I'm trying to make an effort to …

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a junk that is anything but

Dreaming of Asia: Part 2

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Looking eastward for more daydreaming inspiration. :)

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SHEEEEEEP!

Expat life: Looking forward, looking back

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Having family split over 3 countries can lead to a bit of chaos, especially when a baby's due date is part of the planning.  New jobs and the ability to finally have our belongings sent from Italy, plus the travel blogging, meant that we've taken more than one flight over the last few months. Still, …

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no swimming allowed

Keeping Cool Roman Bath Style

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Visiting hidden mineral springs outside of Rome. They’re good for the skin and have natural bubbles, too!

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Bagan temples, Myanmar

Dreaming of Asia

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Five destinations that occupy my daydreams about Asia travel.

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Anguillara Sabazia

No eels, just fruit, thanks!

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Sneaking away for an afternoon by the lake, we discovered a beautiful town named after eels. Or not.

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On the Road Early

Road Angel of Managua

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One of the best parts of travel is meeting warm, generous, and amazing people along the way.

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need a little cape and boots

SUPER-moon!

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Photo of the Supermoon from Rome, Italy. :)

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this chocolate deserves love just like everyone!

Roman Food, I may let you live

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The grueling work of eating my way out of a Neapolitan food bias.

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Srsly. Had to desaturate this pic.

3 ½ Things to do on Capri

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If you only have an afternoon to visit the lovely isle of Capri, here are the three (and a half!) things you should do!

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forever ruined

The Definitive Guide to Pizza Margherita

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The be-all, end-all, do-all, mother-of-all posts on Pizza Margherita! (Trust me.)

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