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  • Awesome Atlantis on a Budget: Top Tips!

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    Top Tips for doing Atlanta Paradise Island, The Bahamas on a budget. This dream vacation doesn’t come cheap, but there are many ways to save money. You even can stay for virtually free if you follow my travel hacking tips. This is a bucket list vacation for sure, where else can you see sawfish and…

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    Karen Lanzetta
    Atlantis Bahamas. How to do it on the cheap on a budget? Is the dining plan worth it? How can you get a free stay at Paradise Island? Dolphins, sharks, rays, lobsters and sawfish. How to get Caesars Diamond status for a complimentary stay in the Royal. Affordable food. The fish fry. What is #Aquaventure? #ThingToDo #TravelDestinations #BudgetTravel. #ComfortSuites #ParadiseIsland #OurCarpeDiem #Atlantis

  • Explore The Best Of Vermont’s VINS On The Must-See #TreetopWalk.

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    ADA accessible Treetop Walk Vermont Want to get a birds-eye view of the world? Go check out the #treetop #walk in #Vermont at the Vermont Institute of Natural Science (VINS) Look out over the Vermont countryside from the tree house. Shake paws with a giant spider while you relax in a spider web, suspended many…

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    Karen Lanzetta
    Treetop Walk Vermont Want to get a birdseye view of the world? Go check out the #treetop #walk in #Vermont at the Vermont Institute of Natural Science (VINS) Look out over the Vermont countryside from the tree house. Shake paws with a giant spider while you relax in a spider web, suspended many feet above the forest floor. Climb into an eagle’s nest! Learn about other treetop walks around the world. Take the kids on a #forest #adventure #OurCarpeDiem #traveldestinations #hands-on #science #trees

  • Unlock the Secret to the Perfect Day Trip from Las Vegas – 100% Success Rate!

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    Would you like to make a bet that you can’t lose? We found and tested the best day trips from Las Vegas. Enjoy Vegas without gambling! Do you have kids with you and are looking for a great day trip? Here are the best day trips to take from Las Vegas. Lots of natural wonders,…

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    Karen Lanzetta

  • 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.

  • Kwek’s Amazing Alaska Adventures! Flat Stanley FTW

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    Flat Stanley Kwek goes on an Alaska Cruise and has amazing adventures! Join her on her fun trip!

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    Karen Lanzetta
    Rubber ducky Flat Stanley watching a breeching whale statue in Vancouver BC

  • Invasive Nuisances! The Best Beginner’s Guide to Birds of Hawai’i

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    All you need to know about the birds you see in Hawai’i. Why are there so many invasive species? Which common birds are native to Hawai’i?

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    Karen Lanzetta
    Did you know that most of the common birds in Hawai’i are introduced by humans and now are invasive pests. Sure, they might look fabulous and colorful. Yes, they have melodious bird songs. But their main activity is killing off the native Hawaiian birds by competing for food and living space. Find out the sordid details and discover the native birds that hung on for dear life and can be easily observed! #Hawaii #birding #OurCarpeDiem #InvasiveSpecies-

  • Get Ready for Earth Day 2024: Watch Eagles!

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    Watching our eagles Eleanor and Edward inspired us to do trash pick up for Earth Day. Find out how YOU can improve your community and the Earth. Every day!

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    Karen Lanzetta
    Did you know that eagles come back to the same nest year after year? Enjoy stunning photographs of our New Hampshire eagles and find tips for Earth Day activities for birders and anyone else. The truth about eagle watching and how boring it can be. Until it isn’t. Celebrage Earth Day and let eagles motivate you to pick up trash, plogging, think globally, act locally. Make your world a better place. #OurCarpeDiem #EarthDay #travel #NewHampshire #birding #eagles #plogging

  • Incredible Travel Pictures Both Old and New!

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    Travel Pictures: Old and New 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 Stunning hummingbirds, groovy geese, flamingos in the…

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    Karen Lanzetta
    Travel Pictures: Old and New 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 Stunning hummingbirds, groovy geese, flamingos in the snow and much more. Get new inspiration for your #TravelPictures #photography #birding #WorldTraveler

  • Uncover The Secrets Of Snow Geese: All You Need To Know

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    Majestic snow geese. What are they, when do they migrate, were can you see them? Do they mingle with Canada geese? What are blue geese? Enjoy our wild goose chase and learn some fun facts about snow geese!

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    Karen Lanzetta
    Snow geese are migratory birds found in the arctic tundra regions of North America. These birds feed mainly on plants like sedges, grasses, grains, etc. They usually travel in flocks of hundreds, and their striking appearance makes them a popular sight among nature enthusiasts. Snow geese have a two-month migration period in the winter to reach warmer regions. The key takeaways from the article are: 1) Snow geese are migratory birds found in North America; 2) They feed on plants and can be found in large flocks; 3) They have two-month migration period in the winter.

  • Find the Best Fall Foliage in New England 2024

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    Fabulous Fall Foliage in New England New England has harsh winters, but also find the best fall foliage. October, when the leaves are turning, is the month that tends to attract the most “leaf peepers”. Find out the best places to visit #NewEngland ‘s #FallFoliage. Trees are turning, pumpkins and corn mazes are everywhere. Take…

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    Karen Lanzetta
    Fabulous Fall Foliage in New England New England has harsh winters, but also the best fall foliage. October, when the leaves are turning, is the month that tends to attract the most "leaf peepers". Find out the best places to visit #NewEngland ‘s #FallFoliage. Trees are turning, pumpkins and corn mazes are everywhere. Take a #roadtrip through the scenic landscape with mountains, lakes and woods. #OurCarpeDiem #bucketlist #Vermont #NewHampshire #RhodeIsland #Maine #Massachusetts #Connecticut