Author: Karen Lanzetta
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Everglades Birding Guide: Best Trails, Iconic Birds & Accessible Wildlife Spots
Experience the best birding in the Everglades, even if you’re new to birdwatching or have limited mobility. From the Anhinga Trail to Mrazek and Paurotis Ponds, discover alligators, roseate spoonbills, herons, vultures, and more. Wheelchair-accessible trails, roadside ponds, and scenic boat tours make it easy to enjoy the park’s wildlife without extensive hiking. Tips, accessibility…
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How to Beat the Paris Shell Game Scam: A Tourist Safety Guide
How tourists lose money in seconds in Paris and how to walk away untouched. A real cautionary tale about the Paris shell game scam, where it happens, why smart travelers fall for it, and the only reliable way to avoid losing cash on the streets of Paris. How to beat the shell game.
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Hilton Honors Points Guide (2026): How to Use, Buy, and Maximize Free Nights
Hilton Honors points are one of the most flexible and beginner-friendly hotel loyalty currencies available. In this guide, we explain exactly how Hilton Honors points work, how much they’re worth, and how to earn and redeem them for free hotel stays worldwide. Drawing from years of real-world experience, we share strategic ways to maximize value,…
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How to See Monet’s Water Lilies for Free at l’Orangerie Paris
This guide explains how to visit the Musée de l’Orangerie in Paris for free, including first Sunday access and eligibility for young and disabled visitors. It highlights Monet’s Water Lilies, permanent and temporary exhibitions, and practical tips for enjoying one of Paris’s most peaceful museums on a budget.
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When the World Paused, the Birds Didn’t | Remembering Spring 2020
Spring 2020 was the season when the world slowed to a hush. Travel stopped, plans dissolved, and even simple outings felt different. Birding became our way of stepping outside and noticing that nature, at least, was still keeping its schedule.
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For Old Time’s Sake: Bubonic Biscuits and Our 2020 Sourdough Story
In the spring of 2020, when staying home became the norm, sourdough starters quietly took over kitchens everywhere. This is our story, told with baked goods, birdwatching breaks, and a healthy dose of humor. No yeast required. Just time, flour, and curiosity.
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Coffee, Chocolate & Cloud Forest Magic: Don Juan Coffee Plantation, Monteverde
Don Juan Coffee plantation in the Monteverde cloud forest in Costa Rica is a must-see. Or maybe we should call it a must-experience, taste and smell. A holistic tour getting you intimately acquainted with coffee, chocolate and sugar. Go find out!
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EU Flight Delay Compensation: How a Cancelled Flight Earned Us $1,600
Important: Award flights absolutely count. Being delayed on a flight is never fun. However, if it happens in Europe, there is a silver lining. Thanks to a European regulation called EC261/2004, airlines may owe you cash or travel vouchers when flights are significantly delayed or cancelled. We learned this the hard way — after a…
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All You Always Wanted to Know about Transatlantic Cruises
Have you ever wondered how it would be to travel slowly? Not taking the fast road (or flight) but relaxing and having lots of time to yourself? Let me tell you all about Transatlantic cruises and why you should consider one. Intro to Transatlantic Cruises After we took our first cruise, it didn’t take long…
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Surfing with MS, Don’t Be Afraid of a Challenge!
Can you still surf after you get diagnosed with MS? A longtime MS warrior tries surfing with MS at Waikiki beach, shortly after her initial diagnosis. Come join her in her journey!
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