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A Taste of Vienna’s Christkindlmarkt

Cloves. Citrus. Almonds. Hazelnuts. A hint of cinnamon. Those smells seem to come back to me every time I think of the Vienna Christkindlmarkt (literally translated, “Christ child market”).

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Skiing isn't just for humans

For many, winter is synonymous with ski season. The good news for ski buffs who travel with their pets is that hundreds of resorts and lodges throughout the United States and Canada are very pet friendly.

 

Postcard from Volcanoes National Park, Big Island Hawaii

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Nov 29, 2011 / 0 comments

Postcard from Volcanoes National Park, Big Island Hawaii

Christmas and Holiday Traditions Around The World on display

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Nov 13, 2011 / 0 comments

Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park, one of the nation’s most significant sculpture and botanic experiences, is proud to host the 17th annual “Christmas and Holiday Traditions Around the World” exhibition on display November through January. The exhibition highlights more than 40 international holiday trees and displays. 

Road Trip 101: Ice Cream in Ohio

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Nov 06, 2011 / 0 comments

While driving, it's always good to stop and stretch. Now, if this stopping and stretching involves food, so much the better. On our last drive on I75 in Ohio, we stopped in the town of Findlay - we'd heard about a fantastic homemade ice cream and chocolates store. What's not to love?

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Can Pets Travel on Cruise Ships?

While service dogs are welcome aboard most cruise ships, traveling the high seas with a pet is a completely different matter.
 

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Pet Friendly U.S. National Parks

As summer fades into autumn, the cooling temperatures can be quite inviting for those looking for an outdoor travel adventure.

For people with pets who also like the great outdoors, visiting a United States National Park can be a perfect destination.
 

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Chamomile relieves the aches, pains and anxiety of a traveling pet

The Germans refer to chamomile as alles zutraut, meaning 'capable of anything.' When traveling, this can be a very space-saving solution for a multitude of issues that can plague a traveling cat or dog (or human).
 

Top 5 Kid-Friendly Destinations in San Francisco

by Margaret Wong / Jul 31, 2011 / 0 comments

As a native San Franciscan and mom to a 2 year old, I am constantly traveling around the city looking for kid-friendly places in San Francisco. My friends with children love to visit because the city offers so many educational and kid-friendly options. You can hike along the Pacific coast, eat the best dumplings and noodles in town, and relax with your family in a Victorian-style San Francisco vacation rental … all in the same day!

Here are my top 5 picks for places to take kids in San Francisco:

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Cat + Harness = Safer Travels

If you have ever traveled with a cat by car, you know just how quick and agile they can be. Cats can twist and turn their bodies to fit under, into, or through just about anything.
 

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