Tag Archives: Vacation

Blarney Castle, Republic of Ireland

Posted on September 21, 2020 by Graeme

Blarney Castle sits north of Cork in the southern part of Ireland, its most famous for the Blarney stone which if kissed give you the gift of the gab! The castle is situated on an impressive estate where the entrance … Continue reading →

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Dingle Peninsula, Republic of Ireland

Posted on September 20, 2019 by Graeme

Nearing the end of the All Ireland Rocker trip with Busabout / Shamrocker Adventures. Today we explore the Dingle Peninsula, a stretch of land jutting out to the sea that like most of Ireland is breath taking and green. It … Continue reading →

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Connemara Countryside – Republic of Ireland

Posted on September 19, 2019 by Graeme

The quintessential Irish landscape, endless rolling hills of green. It feels like we drove through the region for hours but with every new bend in the road was another breathtaking view. In a way it was good I was on … Continue reading →

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Hostel Deco – Krakow

Posted on June 4, 2014 by Graeme

Hostel Deco – Krakow The Hostel Deco is about a 15 minute walk from the city center. The decor in this hostel is quite interesting as each room has its own unique, special art deco theme and the walls in … Continue reading →

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Hilton Head Island, South Carolina

Posted on April 11, 2014 by Ron

We arrived on Hilton Head Island after a short drive from Savannah, Georgia. Looking forward to a couple of days of blue skies and warm weather, a bit of golf, a bit of cycling, and perhaps a bit of sand … Continue reading →

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Punta Cana, Dominican Republic – February 2013

Posted on February 20, 2013 by Ron

Graeme and I holidayed in Punta Cana in December 2009 (2009 Dominican Republic blog entries) This time around, it was my wife and I who were hoping to enjoy a bit of warmth and sunshine away from Ottawa’s snow-covered landscape. … Continue reading →

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Wellsboro PA to Little Pine State Park

Posted on May 4, 2012 by Ron

Wellsboro PA to Little Pine State Park May 4, 2012 – After spending part of the morning walking the streets of Wellsboro PA with my camera, we headed out Route 660 to take a look at some of the areas … Continue reading →

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Cuban Taxis – A step back in time

Posted on March 16, 2012 by Ron

Cuban Taxis – A step back in time ( Varadero sampling) There are plenty of interesting reasons to visit Cuba especially when there is snow on the ground in Canada and Cuban weather is +25C or better.

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Heading Home From Stowe, Vermont

Posted on March 18, 2011 by Ron

Service had been great and, happily, the weather, for the most part, had cooperated, so we were able to get outside in the fresh mountain air and enjoy using the well groomed trails of the Trapp Family Lodge. Now our … Continue reading →

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Tennessee Aquarium, Chattanooga, Tennessee (Part III)

Posted on February 3, 2011 by Ron

In the River Journey building, you start your tour in the lower levels where there is a wonderful display of seahorses but first I had to get past the Horseshoe Crab (Limulus polyphemus) which, I guess, was the display creature … Continue reading →

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