Category Archives: Huffington Post

France without the Jetlag: Time Travel to Old Quebec

Posted on June 18, 2015 by Sharon King Hoge

A request for your personal measurements is hardly what you’d expect along with an invitation. But a diagram requiring the specs of my height, weight, waist, hat size was included in the message inviting me to join other journalists at … Continue reading →

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Grand Spots in Grand Forks

Posted on June 18, 2015 by Sharon King Hoge

It’s been 14 years since the spring of “come hell and high water” when the city flooded and then caught fire, and Grand Forks, North Dakota is back to normal. Unlike the western part of the state where oil fracking … Continue reading →

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Don’t Miss Malta: Eight Reasons to Visit a Mediterranean Gem

Posted on May 19, 2014 by debbie

Published in Huffington Post The eight points on a Maltese cross stand for the eight original “langues” or foreign origins of the care-giving Knights Hospitaller of St. John who were gifted the islands of Malta in the early 1500s. They … Continue reading →

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Destination San Diego and/or Miami: Plan Ahead — to Plan Ahead!

Posted on May 14, 2014 by debbie

“Be prepared.” “A stitch in time saves nine.” “There’s no time like the present.” Taking those “do it now” proverbs to heart should prompt you to set about booking a trip to San Diego in September or Miami in May … Continue reading →

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Reasons You Want to Visit Vigan — Yes, Vigan

Posted on March 28, 2014 by debbie

Published in Huffington Post Never mind that you’ve never heard of a city somewhere off in the Philippines with a name that evokes some meatless diet. Vigan should be a must destination for travelers in the Pacific islands. The Philippines’ … Continue reading →

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Quick! 10 Things to See in New York Before They Close

Posted on March 3, 2014 by debbie

Published in Huffington Post Some of New York’s must-see sites are permanent: Lady Liberty, the Empire State Building, Central Park, the Metropolitan Museum and other popular sites are always here. But exhibitions come and go. These are some shows that … Continue reading →

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Wrangling Words

Posted on February 5, 2014 by debbie

Thirtieth Annual Cowboy Poetry Gathering Elko, Nevada Renowned as host of the annual Cowboy Poetry Gathering, Elko, Nevada, is a former railroad byway that has transformed itself into a “can do” town of casinos, covered wagons, Basque heritage and Western … Continue reading →

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Maldive Islands: One by One

Posted on January 8, 2014 by debbie

Published in Huffington Post While it may be the case that no man is an island, practically every resort in the Maldives is its own island, and they are exquisite destinations. Of the republic’s 1,100 tiny tropical jewels stretching through … Continue reading →

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The Songs Of Nova Scotia

Posted on September 21, 2012 by debbie

Published in Huffington Post The music is splendid and the setting is spectacular — with a picturesque harbor and charming Victorian houses built with signature “bump” porches, Lunenberg, Nova Scotia, is a charming vacation destination any time of year. But … Continue reading →

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The Titanic Road Show Goes On

Posted on May 15, 2012 by debbie

Published in Huffington Post After a month of centennial ceremonies, voyages, 3-D movie re-releases and think pieces, you might feel overwhelmed — or immersed, if you will — by the anniversary of the Titanic’s ill-fated voyage. There’s no question that … Continue reading →

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