Category: Trip Ideas
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Lighthouse, Fishing Boats & Rocky Shores at Peggy’s Cove {Nova Scotia}
It was a blustery day as we drove up the coast from Halifax toward Peggy’s Cove—one of those places that feels shaped as much by the wind and sea as by time itself. This small fishing village holds the distinction of being one of the most photographed places in Canada. With that reputation—and a long-standing…
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Exploring Land Between The Lakes {Kentucky & Tennessee}
We made a quick trip up to Kentucky to enjoy a day at Land Between The Lakes National Recreation Area. This park is a long strip of land, straddling the border of Kentucky and Tennessee, that sits between Kentucky Lake and Lake Barkley. The two lakes are not large and often get mistaken for more…
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Around the Gauley River {West Virginia}
Before making our way home, we took a long loop around the area of the Gauley River so we could enjoy some last views of this beautiful area. The Gauley River is right next to the New River Gorge and is part of a national recreation area. This river is more about peaceful exploration than…
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Campos do Jordão {Brazil}
One of the most wonderous areas of the state of Sao Paulo is Campos do Jordao. This area has a wealth of things to share with visitors from a train ride to the top of the mountain, a walk through stunning gardens, a ingenious waterfall, and a Swiss inspired village to wander through. This is…
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Prince Edward Island National Park {Prince Edward Island}
Happy Mother’s Day! I’ve been reminiscing about my first Mother’s day that I spent walking along the shores of Prince Edward Island National Park with my mom and my daughter. The red colored sand cliffs set against the gentle waves of the ocean was so beautiful! Lucy Maud Montgomery (author of Anne of Green Gables)…