Written by MaryRose Denton Initially regarded as a rural, agricultural community primarily known for its wheat and onion crops, Walla Walla began its foray into
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Is there anything more rewarding in life than traveling. It might mean taking a road trip to a town nearby or to an exotic jungle to capturing life thru the lens of the camera. Perhaps you are visioning miles of empty palm tree shaded beaches or the vibe of jazz enticing you into a club in New Orleans. The options are endless and that’s the beauty of travel. Besides the fact that travel can enrich ones life beyond imagination.
The Madrones; Anderson Valley’s slice of Italy
Words by Shelley Pittman Photos by Nikolas Zvolensky For many years locals patronized the TV Repair store in Philo. It was a successful business but
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What’s not to Love about the Anderson Valley
Take a step back in time and try your hand at an old language Words and photographs by Shelley Pittman The Anderson Valley sits about
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Mendocino’s Water World is a Paddlers Paradise
Words and photographs by Shelley Pittman Mendocino is a small coastal town, less than an 100 miles north of San Francisco, with a deep respect
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Santa Catalina Island
The island of romance Twenty-six miles across the sea Santa Catalina is a-waitin’ for me,(26 miles) Santa Catalina lyrics by The Four Preps Written
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Florida Golf Resorts
Words by Betsi Hill & photographs courtesy of Biltmore, JW Marriott, Ritz, Omni Amelia and PGA. If there is one thing Florida is known
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An Island Getaway to Whidbey Island
Words by MaryRose Denton and photographs by Richard Schmitz Initially, the weather forecast for the week in mid-September called for perfect sailing conditions. The app
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Napa River Inn
Sink into the wine country way of life With roots that date back to 1884 the Napa River Inn continues to be the mainstay of
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Uncovering the roots of Napa and Sonoma’s wine country
Community & Connections brought together by the love of wine Drive just a less than an hour north from San Francisco’s bustling Bay area and
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La Conner and Edison, Washington
Two small towns in the heart of Skagit Valley awaits you If you are looking for the perfect Washington state weekend getaway then try these
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Come discover the other side of Florida
THREE SMALL TOWNS ARE SURE TO PLEASE EVERYONE Florida vacation! People flock to Florida each winter to escape the cold, enjoy a few rounds of
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Puerta Vallarta’s Chocolate Trail
Indulge your cravings, boost your health and unfold its rich history Mayan texts describe the drink made from Mayan chocolate as a luxury only afforded
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A Road Trip of a Different Color, An Introduction to our sailing Trip
“Road trips are the equivalent of human wings. We will stop in every small town and learn the history and stories, then we will turn
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Loveland Colorado
MUCH MORE THAN A VALENTINE STAMP ON YOUR POSTCARD Although I live in sunny San Diego, my roots are in Loveland, Colorado. The Sweetheart City.
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The town of Morro Bay is a celebration of life
The picturesque seaside village of Morro Bay, along California’s iconic Highway 1, sports miles of measureless beaches, an authentic fishing village, and, of course, the
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Magical Mendocino A place encapsulated in time
If you were to design a place that has all the things you dream of finding in an ideal rustic coastal getaway, you’d come up with Mendocino: undeveloped coastal drives, country bistros, and eccentric roadhouses, sloping houses in cozy villages, towering redwoods, and an ocean dashing itself madly against crags
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With so many play and eat options, Florida’s Treasure Coast is a perfect place to experience nature, charming seaside towns, and discover some eclectic finds. Come celebrate life on Florida’s Treasure Coast.
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Rhode Island – Finding the Ocean State of Mind
Art, culture, and a sublime food scene may not be the things you would think of when Rhode Island is mentioned, but maybe they should.
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A PERFECT GETAWAY IN CAMBRIA
Welcome to Central California’s town of Cambria Pines, now known as Cambria by the Sea. One of the few places on California’s coastline where the forest meets the sea.
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The Paso Robles Wine Trail
Paso Robles has become one of Central California’s most exciting wine regions. A quiet place of endless rolling hills checkered with rows of budding vineyards, country lifestyle is the vibe and where farm-to-table is their way of life.
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Spectacular San Diego, Home to the Endless Summer
San Diego is known for its picture-perfect weather, world-famous attractions and miles of stunning sun-drenched coastline. With its rich history, cultural treasures, a myriad of
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Two days of Bliss in Monterey
Monterey is a lovely, exciting yet peaceful city With so many options for browsing, marine life voyeurisms, seafood dining, theaters, wine tasting, beach strolling, kayaking, shopping or biking, it offers an endless playground no matter what your interests are.
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