I walked through the stately doors of the recently and exquisitely renovated historic Adelphi Hotel in downtown Saratoga Springs. After passing through the chic new age Victorian décor of the lobby I entered their renowned steakhouse, Salt & Char. I was immediately met with world class service and an impressively delicious feast comprising of only…
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Endless bright blue waters captivated me as I stood on an elevated cliff. White longtail birds darted around in the swift crisp breeze that carried the sweet scent of freshly blossomed jasmine and oleander. Below, the sound of waves breaking upon large jagged rocks soothed my soul. On either side of me were vibrant, sherbet…
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I causally sauntered along the medieval cobblestone streets marveling over the ornate architecture that surrounded me while the occasional picturesque cable car whizzed past me. Charming patina domed bell towers ringing a pleasant tune on a crisp Spring day poked their heads above the colorful buildings in the distance. Enchanting aromas from the café lined…
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Picture this: you’re sitting at a café in Lisbon. Classic trolley cars are driving by on the cobblestoned lined streets while you watch, sipping some of the best red wine you’ve had in a while and devouring a plate of the most amazing tuna pate you could imagine. You get the bill and notice it…
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I sat on the beach of Padang Padang with my toes gently wiggling in the soft warm sand as I watched the crystal blue waves crash into the large rocks that framed the small hidden beach. I looked behind me to watch an older Indonesian woman prepare my lunch of Mie Goreng in a makeshift…
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As my plane descended into the mystical city of Reykjavík, I couldn’t help but wonder what this trip was going to bring. I booked my ticket last minute on a whim, knowing very little about this small country, and doing very little research beforehand. I knew it was going to be beautiful but I…
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So many times when I tell people where I’m going or where I’ve been I’m always greeted with a “Why?” I quickly respond, “Why not?” People live so much of their life being fearful of what could happen if they traveled somewhere that they never actually go anywhere, or do anything. They always…
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I sat down to an outdoor unpretentious table brimming with a local Georgian supra (feast) amongst the picturesque landscape of the Caucasus Mountains. Long grass and wildflowers tickled my feet as I sipped on a glass of chilled Georgian white wine that could rival any well-known stateside vineyard. A crisp breeze circled around me as…
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I gently rocked back and forth as my boat idled through the calm bay, mesmerized by the intricate architecture of the West Bay area in front of me. I watched as the desert sun set behind the skyscrapers that made up the Doha skyline in the distance. With every minute that passed the darkness of…
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I climbed aboard an impeccably polished historical wooden boat that was located in what looked like a postcard of Amsterdam. It was a picture-perfect Spring day and the crisp blue sky was a stark contrast behind bridges filled with vibrant overflowing flower-filled railing planters, casual cool Dutch bikers, and iconic canal houses. I was…
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