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Day Trips from Phoenix, Tempe and Scottsdale

Posted 9th April, 2019
By Alex&Bell
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Packed with red rocks and tall saguaro cacti, Arizona features one of the most dramatically beautiful landscapes in North America. We recently enjoyed a great winter break in Tempe, home of Arizona State University. It’s a hip Phoenix area base to explore the Sonoran Desert and nearby highlights like the Apache Trail, Sedona and the Grand Canyon.

If you’re planning a trip to Arizona that includes great restaurants along with outdoor activities, you can base yourself in the Phoenix area and take nearby day trips. Here are several great day trips within and close to Phoenix, Tempe, Scottsdale, Mesa and Glendale.

Posted in Arizona, North America, USA. Tagged A Mountain, Apache Trail, couples travel, Day trips, Detours, Mission Palms, Papago Park, Phoenix, Sedona, South Mountain, Tempe, USA, USA travel

25 Washington, DC Travel Tips to Avoid Missing Out

Posted 29th March, 2019
By Alex Kallimanis
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Washington, DC has a wealth to offer visitors beyond the world’s largest collection of free museums, The Smithsonian. We lived in Washington, DC for 4 years and got to know the city well. Here are 25 Washington, DC tips covering free Smithsonian museums and much more!

Posted in North America, USA, Washington, DC. Tagged Adventure Park, Arlington Observation Deck, Arts Club, attractions, DC airports, hotels, Mount Vernon, National Arboretum, Travel Advice, US Capitol Building, USA, USA travel, Washington DC, White House

Richmond, Virginia: Weekend Itinerary for a Luxury Stay

Posted 22nd March, 2019
By Alex&Bell
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Richmond, Virginia is earning acclaim for its innovative culinary scene, which pairs well with unique American history and architecture dating to the 1700’s. The state capital of Virginia was also the capital of the Confederacy during the US Civil War. From the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts to the Virginia State Capitol Building and beyond, there is a lot to experience. Here are some recommendations for planning a special occasion in Richmond!

Posted in North America, USA, Virginia. Tagged couples travel, history, Hotel, Jefferson, Lemaire, Maymont, Richmond, State Capitol Building, Stella's, travel, USA travel, Virginia, VMFA

Ireland Travel Tips: Great Emerald Island Advice

Posted 16th March, 2019
By Alex Kallimanis
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Last updated on February 27th, 2025 at 04:56 pmIreland’s picturesque landscape, friendly locals, historic sites and a vibrant pub culture make it a popular place to travel. We fell in love with the Emerald Island the first time we visited for our 6th wedding anniversary. So much so that we relocated to Dublin and called…

Posted in Ireland. Tagged Car Rental, credit cards, Currency, Dublin, hotels, Ireland, Saint Patrick's Day, tipping, tours, train tickets, trains, Weather

How to Spend a Week in Zanzibar

Posted 8th March, 2019
By Alex Kallimanis
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Zanzibar, aka Spice Island, is lined with white sand beaches, offering a vibrant fusion of cultures. The island was colonized by the Portuguese, Arabs and English and tragically was the center of the East African slave trade in the 1800’s. While the predominant religion is Islam, large Hindu and Christian populations also reside on the island. Impressive architecture reflects Arab, Indian and African influences. This article covers how to spend one week in Zanzibar.