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  • All You Always Wanted to Know about Transatlantic Cruises

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    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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    Karen Lanzetta
    Cruiseship on the ocean, all you need to know about transatlantic cruises

  • Don’t Miss These Fantastic Fall Colors Photos!

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    Travel Pictures: Fall Colors. Wanderlust and travel photography go together well. Ideas for pictures with a theme, Instagram worthy and fabulous images from all over the world. Birds, predators, beaches, California, and a rare sun halo. Go check out the best travel pictures from travel blogger #OurCarpeDiem Get new inspiration for your travel photography.

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    Karen Lanzetta
    Sunset in Florida, part of this set of fantastic fall colors photos. Keep reading for more.

  • All You Always Wanted to Know about the Alaska Capitol

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    Alaska Capitol Fun Facts Going on an Alaska cruise? Go visit the Alaska state Capitol! in Juneau! It is a free shore excursion. Save money and have fun. Find out interesting facts about the Capitol and learn fascinating history Did you know that the first civil rights law in the country was in Alaska? Do…

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    Karen Lanzetta
    Alaska Capitol Fun Facts Going on an Alaska cruise? Go visit the Alaska state Capitol! It is a free #ShoreExcursion. #SaveMoney and have fun. Find out interesting facts about the Capitol and learn fascinating #history Did you know that the first civil rights law in the country was in Alaska? Do you know who first settled in Alaska? The Russians arrived late. Become the next Jeopardy champion! #OurCarpeDiem #AlaskaCruise #AlaskaNatives #juneau

  • Gigantic Glaciers: One Of The Reasons For An Alaska Cruise!

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    Alaska Cruise Review: Yes, do it! Detailed itinerary of our Holland-America Alaskan cruise out of Seattle. There are eagles galore, gigantic glaciers, historical happenings, good food and aquatic vehicles! Go read and enjoy!

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    Karen Lanzetta
    Alaska Cruise Go see gigantic glaciers before it is too late! Detailed itinerary and best things to do during our Holland-America Alaskan Cruise. Visit a faraway capitol with a bear, see a jubilee of eagles, find out about the Tlingit, and much much more. Have you been to Glacier Bay National Park? Where did the Russians sell us Alaska? What ports of call on an Alaska cruise? #OurCarpeDiem #AlaskaCruise #NationalHistory #nature #biosphere #HollandAmericaCruise

  • How to Explore Passau (Pittsburgh of Germany) with Ease and Enjoyment

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    Passau Top Things To Do | The Pittsburgh of Germany | An UNESCO World History Site; Learn more about this interesting city and why it is just like Pittsburgh. Take a walk along the river or attend an organ concert. Visit St Stephen’s Cathedral

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    Karen Lanzetta
    Passau Top Things To Do when you visit | The Pittsburgh of Germany | A brand new UNESCO World Heritage Site! Top Things to do in Passau. From salty towers to executioners. From the world's largest organ to the road to hell... Learn more about this interesting city and why it is just like Pittsburgh. Take a walk along the river or attend an organ concert. Visit St Stephen’s Cathedral | HollGasse | Largest organ in Europe #OurCarpeDiem #Germany #Passau #UNESCOWorldHeritage

  • Puerto Rico Does It Better! Did You Know These Fun Facts?

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    Fun facts about Puerto Rico, its capitol and its long and rich history. Travel the streets of Puerto Rico with us and find out what the heck it means to be a USA territory!

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    Karen Lanzetta
    Puerto Rico is a vibrant Caribbean island with a rich and diverse culture that is unique and fascinating. From beautiful beaches to delicious food and a vibrant nightlife, there's something for everyone in Puerto Rico. But did you know that there are also some fun and interesting facts about the island that most people don't know? Read on to learn more about this beautiful and culturally rich island and all the incredible facts that make it so special. #OurCarpeDiem #PuertoRico #Funfacts #Caribbean

  • The Best Street Food in Puntarenas: a Churchill!

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    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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    Karen Lanzetta
    What is the best street food in Costa Rica? You have to try a Churchill, a copo / snow cone named after the prime minister. 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? #TravelDestinations #StreetFood #OurCarpeDiem #cruising #Puntarenas