Author: Karen Lanzetta
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The Best Street Food in Puntarenas: a Churchill!
Cruise stop in Puntarenas in Costa Rica? You have to try a Churchill, a famous street food. What is it and where can you get it? What other things to do in Costa Rica? Day trip ideas. Where is Puntarenas? What goes into a Churchill?
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Best Birding in Costa Rica: Hungry Heron on the Hunt!
Meet the birds of Costa Rica and learn where to find them. The zany zanate and the marvelous Mrs Motmot. Did you know that some birds eat crocodiles? What about these prehistoric looking birds? Do frigate birds STEAL their food instead of doing their own hunting? Have you ever seen a gull on top of…
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Dive In Now! Enjoy Snorkeling and Dolphins in Oahu
Discover the deep blue underworld of Oahu, snorkeling and watching dolphins. Visit age-old coral reefs all from the comforts of the Ocean Joy. Be amazed by spinner #dolphins. Explore the rich variety of colorful fish life. Hold a starfish in your hands! Find out about #snorkeling at Electric Beach.
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Catch Fire and Get Lost on the Manoa Falls Trail
The Manoa Falls hike in Ohau is an awesome hike to feel like you are in Jurassic Park and to experience the tropical rain forest. Lots of bird watching too! Even if you don’t make it to the top.
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Be On Top Of The World! Hike Diamond Head.
Top Tips for hiking Diamond Head Hawaii, both with and without MS. How long does it take? How hard is the hike? What is the best time to visit Diamond Head State Monument? Is the trail ADA accessible?
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The Ultimate Green Gift Giving Guide: Reusables
Top 5 Eco Friendly Gifts: Reusables Since we all want to preserve our planet, here are the best reusable eco friendly gifts for any occasion. Christmas, birthdays, Hanukkah, and “just because”. Some are perfect for stocking stuffers. Gift ideas | Ecofriendly | Skip the straw | No plastic | Save the Earth | Keep our…
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All You Need to Know: the all Nisei 442nd Regimental Combat Team
Did you know that we had army regiments composed out of all Japanese American soldiers during World War II ? The 100th Infantry Battalion and the 442nd Regimental Combat Team did an amazing job protecting our country. Discover the fascinating history of the soldiers who went for broke in Europe at a terribly high cost…
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Follow USS Missouri from Japanese Surrender to Museum Ship
USS Missouri Pearl Harbor: Where the World War II Ended. Follow the “career” of the battleship USS Missouri. When you visit the Pearl Harbor memorial in Hawai’i, do not miss a side trip to the battleship U.S.S. Missouri. Not only is this where the war started for the USA, but the USS Missouri is where…
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Ford Island, Pearl Harbor, Hawai’i: 5 Interesting Facts
Ford Island: 5 Interesting Facts Visiting Pearl Harbor on Oahu,Hawaii, you will spend a lot of time on Ford Island. Find out 5 interesting facts about this landmark and the Pacific Aviation Museum.
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Infamy! Why You Should Visit Pearl Harbor For Sure
Go visit Pearl Harbor and witness this infamous site in real life. Visit the Bowfin submarine, the USS Arizona Memorial and the USS Missouri. Honor the heroes who gave their lives for our protection. Read it now!