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THE MIDDLE EAST HERE AND NOW

Teri B.

April 21, 2026

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International Travel, To-Do List

In answer to the proverbial “million dollar” question – “what is it like in Saudi Arabia?” — I can now provide an informed answer. But first, what was it like flying to Jeddah? And why Jeddah as opposed to the capital of Riyadh? Here’s the answer to the last part, and it isn’t because we […]

AS FAR AS THE EYE CAN SEE

Teri B.

March 17, 2026

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Things I Love, To-Do List, U.S. Travel

How crazy is it that I’ve been to Amsterdam’s famous Keukenhof Gardens to see endless tulips, but never ventured to see the spring blooms all over Southern California? Given that I’m a native of Los Angeles, and all I had to do was plan the time and get in the car, that indeed seems curious. […]

VISITING THE NATION’S CAPITOL

Teri B.

July 29, 2025

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Things I Love, To-Do List, U.S. Travel, Wining/Dining

It has been way too long between visits. Why do I say that? Because for most Americans, I believe visiting this incredible city is an exceptional and even mandatory experience that should happen as often as possible. There are incalculable things to see and do. One could spend a week alone at the Smithsonian. Side […]

SPRING TRIP 2025: IGUAZU FALLS!

Teri B.

May 8, 2025

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International Travel, Things I Love, To-Do List, Wining/Dining

Perhaps the switch to visiting this 7th natural wonder of the world now from the Argentine side rather than the forbidden land of Brazil (click here: no visas!) was a blessing in disguise. Could we have otherwise woken up to this view seen below? Plus the added anticipation of arriving at night and not knowing […]

NEVER HAVE I EVER …

Teri B.

November 14, 2024

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Snippets from the Road, To-Do List

Never have I ever felt so clueless as to how to prepare for a trip — in this case an Antarctic cruise. Sure, the ship provides lots of packing tips. But I like to be confident that I have covered myself for pretty much anything. Perhaps it is the fact that I can’t run to […]

SPRING TRIP 2023: MILFORD SOUND

Teri B.

June 12, 2023

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International Travel, Things You Should Know, To-Do List

And why exactly does one excursion lasting approximately five hours in a 23-day trip deserve a post unto itself? Let me explain. No trip to the south island of New Zealand is considered complete without seeing this spot. In fact, it is akin to a trip to India sans the Taj Mahal or Cairo minus […]

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