By traveling locally I was able to take my mom to an incredible tulip festival with a hot air balloon ride.

Travel Locally – Why You Should Explore Your Own Backyard

by Kathryn Anderson

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You Can Accomplish Bucket List-Worthy Experiences With Local Travel Far too often we think that we have to travel far away to have incredible vacations when that couldn’t be further from the truth. I am here to change your mindset on staying local, taking a staycation, or planning a weekend getaway close to home. Each
Fireworks over Calton Hill remains a wonderful vantage point

31 Experiences Celebrating Scotland’s Hogmanay New Year’s Eve Celebration

by Gail Clifford

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When it comes to New Year’s Celebrations, Scotland may not be your first thought, but it should be … Edinburgh’s Hogmanay is a three-day festival where the world comes to party, to celebrate the New Year.  Edinburgh is a great place to start your exploration of Scotland’s holiday celebrations. My great-great-grandfather was born in Edinburgh,

Our Travel Writers Share Their Favorite Holiday Edibles and Libations

by Christine Cutler

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During the holidays, there are certain traditions that the majority of us—American, Austrailian, Hungarian, Brazilian, South African, or any other nationality—follow. We decorate our homes and visit friends and family, shop and exchange gifts, bake and cook, and, especially, eat and drink. Many times, we combine most of the other activities with eating and drinking

Putting the Happy into Holiday Wine Pairing

by Hilarie Larson CSW FWS

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While it may be called “the most wonderful time of the year,” the busy holiday season is often overwhelming. In an effort to shorten your to-do list, here are a few suggestions and tips that will take the terror out of holiday wine pairing, guaranteed to “make your spirits bright.” If you’re the host Finding

Our Travel Writers Share Their 2018 Holiday Wish Lists

by Christine Cutler

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It’s that time of year when my husband tries to decide what I need for the holidays, and for some reason, he makes gift-buying for me a lot harder than it has to be. Since I like to buy my own clothes, am picky about the books, and don’t want knick-knacks, I tell him to

Five of Our Favorite Festive Holiday Destinations

by Christine Cutler

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It’s not too late to plan a holiday trip this year, and you won’t even have to drive. According to airfarewatchdog.com, airfares are down across the board. Domestically, you can find travel bargains to Las Vegas, Orlando, Denver, Los Angeles and more, but what you might like even better are the international fares.  Aer Lingus’
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