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Vektor Vodka captures what is called “The Elixir of Life!”

by Darla Hoffmann

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Vektor Vodka is distilled seven times from Ukranian Winter Wheat, using artisan spring waters from local aquifers. The high-end, super clean product, free of finishers, captures the original meaning of vodka – “The Elixir of Life.” Furthermore, the brand prides itself on being a traditional, luxury spirit intended for sipping by itself. Vektor calls to
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Introducing the newest AVA – San Luis Obispo Coast

by Pam Baker

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Say hello to the newest American Viticultural Area (AVA) – San Luis Obispo Coast. This dreamy cool-climate wine region stretches roughly 60 miles long from south of Big Sur to just north of Santa Maria. Designated an AVA on March 9, 2022, San Luis Obispo (SLO) Coast includes the existing appellations of Arroyo Grande and

Waiting for Bordeaux: Union des Grands Crus de Bordeaux in Miami

by Lisa Morales

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Wine is a waiting game. From bud break in the vineyard to barrel and bottle aging, the journey to your wine glass has just begun. When it comes to Union des Grands Crus de Bordeaux wines, even once you bring your prize home, it’s often best to wait months and sometimes years before you drink
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Blackhawk Museum: A Hidden Gem In Danville, CA

by Judy Karnia

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Walking into the Blackhawk Museum, I tried to have an open mind. I love almost all museums so I was willing to enjoy whatever was on offer. The itinerary from the press tour operators listed it as a classic car museum. Not being a car buff, I figured I could feign some interest to be
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Love, Resilience, and Travel Lessons Learned in St. Martin

by Lisa Morales

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Last week was my first time out of the country since the start of the pandemic. Boy, did I need a vacation and a week in St. Martin cured my Zoom Blues! While meditating on the serene, turquoise water beaches of Grand Case, I had an opportunity to reflect upon what I take from travel
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South African Wine Collection “Blazing” Through Arizona

by Darla Hoffmann

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Blazer Beverage Tom Carbon and Amarilys V. Drozdz, with their love of wine and extensive business resumes, own and operate Blazer Beverage, a wine distribution company.  They are currently in partnerships with restaurants, resorts, and wine shops all over Arizona. With a refreshing approach to sharing environmentally conscious wine, they aim to promote wineries and

Journey Through Australian Wine Regions Aboard the Ghan

by Pam Baker

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A journey aboard the Ghan, Australia’s iconic train ride between Adelaide and Darwin, provides passengers with a means to explore the country’s vast interior in a luxurious setting. The experience offers excellent service, gourmet meals featuring regional cuisine, and off-train excursions. But a journey on the Ghan also allows guests to taste Australian wine from
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Sightseeing Seattle by Seaplane

by Jim DeLillo

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Kenmore Air offers Sightseeing flights that circumnavigate Seattle by seaplane and gives you a unique perspective from above. It’s a thrilling way to see Seattle, and nothing is more exciting than doing it by seaplane. The Company Flying out of Lake Union, Kenmore Air has been in operation since 1947. It is a family-run business.
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Ten Things to Do In & Around Rockport, Massachusetts

by Christine Cutler

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There is something about the northeastern coast that I love. The rocky coasts and clapboard houses, the old lighthouses and lobster traps offer a dose of old-world charm that you won’t find just anywhere. I’ve been lucky enough to visit a number of the towns that dot the coast from Boston to Bar Harbor. One
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Xiao Long Bao: Chinese Soup Dumplings

by Jim DeLillo

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Xiao Long Bao defined Chinese Soup Dumplings or Xiao Long Bao are not just a food item but an experience. Often only found in Chinatown neighborhoods or traditional Chinese restaurants, you enjoy these treats through a ritual of precise eating instructions.  A soup dumpling is similar to other dim sum. In other words, a wonton
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