England: Sipping Champers with High Society During the British Social Season, Obvs.
Planning a vacation around Britain's springtime weather is never not a challenge. But the Social Season, traditional events that happen...
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"Travel is fatal to prejudice, bigotry and narrow-mindedness."-Mark Twain. From small neighbourhood cafes to large tourist destinations, getting out and experiencing the world is the best thing you can do for the mind and for the soul.
oldbagonaplane
- Dec 2, 2022
- 8 min
ICELAND: City Break Saudade on the Sidewalks of Reykjavík
November 2022 Iceland is a superb holiday destination; perfect for a chic mini-break in vibing Reykjavík, Spa-hopping at the nation's...
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oldbagonaplane
- Dec 1, 2022
- 6 min
SPA TRAVEL ICELAND: Luxury Among the Lava at the Retreat Spa Resort and Silica Hotel, Blue Lagoon
Spa Travel: The Blue Lagoon in Iceland opened two luxury hotels in 2018, the Retreat Spa Resort and the Silica Hotel.
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oldbagonaplane
- Aug 10, 2022
- 9 min
UK: Exploring the Jurassic Coast on the South West Coastal Path
The Jurassic Coast is a fabulous UK vacation destination, with beach towns, water sports, nature walks and outstanding natural beauty. It...
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oldbagonaplane
- Jun 27, 2022
- 3 min
Italy:The Biennale International Art Festival of Venice. Viva Venezia Arte!
Italy Tourism: The Venice Art Biennale welcomes nearly 100 artists from all over the world. Where better than in Venice?!
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oldbagonaplane
- May 30, 2022
- 9 min
UK: Platinum Preparations for a Joyful Jubilee
UK Travel: International lovers of all things British prepare to celebrate Queen Elizabeth's Platinum Jubilee marking her remarkable...
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oldbagonaplane
- Nov 12, 2021
- 3 min
Mexico: A Mini-Break of Immeasurable Merriment at the Valentin Imperial
After nearly two years Covid, we definitely needed a vacation! Desiring perfect holiday weather, sandy beaches and fresh, delicious food,...
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oldbagonaplane
- Oct 2, 2021
- 8 min
UK: Losing One's Self in the Mendip Hills, Somerset County
Holiday in the UK: My recent mini-staycation in Somerset County gave me the opportunity to tour Glastonbury and Glastonbury Abbey,...
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oldbagonaplane
- Aug 29, 2021
- 7 min
UK: The Transformative Power of the Perfect Backpack
Sutton Hoo is a 245 acre National Trust site in Suffolk, UK. This is the site of one of the largest archaeological finds in British...
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oldbagonaplane
- Jul 30, 2021
- 3 min
Paris & London to New York: JR and the Ellis Island Immigrant Hospital Hard Hat Tour
JR: Chronicles at the Saatchi Gallery, Chelsea, London runs until 3 October 2021. This is the largest art exhibition by French artist JR...
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oldbagonaplane
- Apr 20, 2021
- 6 min
Annual International Festivals to Plan Your Year By
International Festivals, unique and interesting. A monthly list to plan your travel diary around. Festival Tourism from around the world.
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oldbagonaplane
- Feb 7, 2021
- 4 min
South Africa: A Wayfaring, Wind-Swept Road Trip up the West Coast Peninsula
South Africa: Drive the West Coast Peninsula for uninterrupted views of expansive beaches and the Atlantic Ocean. Check the Floral Route
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oldbagonaplane
- Nov 12, 2020
- 5 min
London: The Magnificent Seven
Touring London: The Magnificent Seven describes seven Victorian private cemeteries that skirt around central London, and are the final...
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oldbagonaplane
- Oct 13, 2020
- 4 min
Fragrances: The World in a Bottle
Smell is the most evocative sense, so when you can no longer see the Eiffel Tower, you can still remember Paris with the help of fragrances
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oldbagonaplane
- Sep 21, 2020
- 6 min
UK: Purposefully Perambulating in The Forest of Dean
The Forest of Dean is a region in western Gloucestershire. This forest is 42 square miles of mixed woodland including Puzzlewood.
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phyl
- Jun 25, 2020
- 2 min
Food: Nothing to Fear with Skyr
With the hotly anticipated Netflix release of "Eurovision Song Contest" we have revisited Iceland and it's traditional food: skyr
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oldbagonaplane
- Jun 7, 2020
- 10 min
Wellness: Ritual Bathing Around the World
The curative benefits of spiritual bathing have long been observed throughout many different cultures. This post gives a few examples of tho
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oldbagonaplane
- May 11, 2020
- 7 min
Wellness: The Art of Living Centre; Boone, North Carolina, USA
Three years ago we went on our first ashram retreat and wellness retreat at the Art of Living Centre in Boone NC, USA.
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phyl
- Apr 22, 2020
- 6 min
City Break: Beguiling Bueno Aires
Buenos Aires is the capital and largest city in Argentina. It is an urban adventure filled with historic neighbourhoods and friendly people.
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oldbagonaplane
- Mar 26, 2020
- 7 min
Puerto Rico, You Lovely Island: The Perfecto Spring Break Destination
Before the travel restrictions went into effect, we went on our final spring break vacation on the Caribbean island Puerto Rico
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oldbagonaplane
- Mar 16, 2020
- 6 min
Mental Traveling: Dream Destinations and Travel Planning for a 2021 Full of Worldwide Adventures
I write this post as the Covid-19 virus continues to spread. "Difficult times have helped me to understand better than before how...
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oldbagonaplane
- Mar 2, 2020
- 4 min
Wellness: The Gemstones of Africa And the Healing Power of Crystals
Gemstones and crystals are popular tools in the wellness medicine box. Africa's soil is rich with minerals and it's bursting with gemstones.
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oldbagonaplane
- Feb 25, 2020
- 4 min
Wellness: South African Rooibos Tea; The Robust Red Remedy From the Cederberg Mountains.
A short history and the wellness benefits of Rooibos tea
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oldbagonaplane
- Feb 11, 2020
- 1 min
Cape Town 2020; A Short Montage of a Rather Long Vacation
A short montage of highlights from Cape Town
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oldbagonaplane
- Feb 6, 2020
- 1 min
SPA TRAVEL: The Hibiscus in Full Bloom at the Oyster Box Spa, Durban, South Africa
Surrounded by lush gardens and gently bubbling koi ponds, the Spa at the Oyster Box Hotel gives a master class in luxurious tranquillity....
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oldbagonaplane
- Feb 5, 2020
- 5 min
Durban, South Africa. The Oyster Box Hotel and a New Meaning of All Day Breakfast
City Break to Durban, South Africa and the Oyster Box Hotel and Spa. The Oyster Box is a top luxury hotel of the world.
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phyl
- Jan 25, 2020
- 4 min
Paso Robles & Cambria: Was it California Dreaming, or a Wine Coma?
California Tourism: Paso Robles and Cambria California for wine, food and relaxation.
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oldbagonaplane
- Dec 28, 2019
- 5 min
THE YEAR; 2019
I began my year in sunny Cape Town, South Africa, searching for odd and hidden sites to see. I failed in my efforts to find the abandoned...
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oldbagonaplane
- Dec 6, 2019
- 2 min
Argentina: Don't Cry for Me, Empanada
Recipe for Empanada, baked savoury pastries from Argentina.
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oldbagonaplane
- Oct 18, 2019
- 4 min
SPA TRAVEL: Nemacolin Woodlands Spa and Golf Resort, Laurel Highland Mountains, Western PA USA
Nestled in 3000 beautiful acres in Western Pennsylvania, Nemacolin Woodlands Resort is a great resort, with attractions for everyone.
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oldbagonaplane
- Oct 17, 2019
- 14 min
USA: ROAD TRIP; Enjoying the Natural Beauty of Western Pennsylvania.
I took the new British Airways direct flight from London to Pittsburgh to catch up with my sisters on our yearly Sister Week trip.
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oldbagonaplane
- Oct 16, 2019
- 6 min
USA: CITY BREAK; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Our Quick Trip Around Town with Andy, Fred & Randy
One quick day trip through the quirky, wonderful history of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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oldbagonaplane
- Oct 14, 2019
- 2 min
SPA TRAVEL; Picasso and Pampering at The Spa at the Wynn Encore Hotel & Casino, Boston Harbour
The Wynn Encore at Boston Harbour is a deep dive into luxury. While the hotel is over the top, the spa is a study of minimalist pampering
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oldbagonaplane
- Oct 11, 2019
- 2 min
ST. PETERSBURG, FLORIDA; Fun, Sun and Fitzgerald at the Don CeSar
-Contributed by Big Sis, Carole Dick Generations of jet-set travellers in search of luxury and weather perfection have flocked to Saint...
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oldbagonaplane
- Oct 5, 2019
- 2 min
USA: BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS; Beer and Bratwurst at the Great American Tail-Gate
Americans are very loyal to their sport teams. They are also very loyal to drinking, and when you add the two together, often in a car...
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oldbagonaplane
- Oct 3, 2019
- 5 min
USA: Salem, Massachusetts, USA; Witchcraft & Magically Disappearing Money.
I was in New England in October, enjoying the crisp air and the changing of the leaves, I headed to Salem to indulge in that Fall-feeling...
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oldbagonaplane
- Oct 1, 2019
- 4 min
USA: The Smithsonian Museum of African American History and Culture.
A visit to the Smithsonian Museum of African American History and Culture gives visitors a great opportunity to understand history.
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phyl
- Aug 17, 2019
- 2 min
Ireland's West Coast: A Long Way to go for a Chicken Wing
As I enter my..grey years, I’m presented with some incredible opportunities. Contributing to this blog is one, tailing along on...
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oldbagonaplane
- Aug 14, 2019
- 3 min
Ireland's Wild Atlantic Way: Rain, Cliffs & the Lucky Charms Leprechaun.
Ireland's Wild Atlantic Way
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oldbagonaplane
- Aug 10, 2019
- 5 min
Galway City Break: Ireland's Gem on the Bay Coast. And a Stay at the Galmont Hotel & Spa
Ireland, Galway City Break. Wandering around Ireland's Gem on the Bay Coast.
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oldbagonaplane
- Aug 7, 2019
- 2 min
Galway Bay, Ireland: Intriguing Exploits await at Dunguaire Castle
#RyanAir and #AerLingus are currently running sales for fights to Ireland #DunguaireCastle's history of intrigue and scandal is far...
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oldbagonaplane
- Aug 5, 2019
- 5 min
Co. Mayo, Ireland: Hiking and Sinning up Croagh Patrick on Reek Sunday
Hiking up Croagh Patrick, Ireland in search of fun and absolution. A challenging hike for young and old alike, but please keep your shoes on
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oldbagonaplane
- Jul 15, 2019
- 3 min
England: The Grove Golf Resort & Sequoia Spa
The Grove, located 15 miles NW of London, sits within 300 acres of glorious Hertfordshire countryside. Cassiobury Park, with it winding...
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oldbagonaplane
- Jun 10, 2019
- 3 min
Marbella: Sun, Sea, Sand, Spa, Sangria. In That Order, Please
Marbella is a resort city on southern Spain’s Costa del Sol, Andalusia. The Sierra Blanca Mountains rise dramatically behind 27 km of...
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oldbagonaplane
- Jun 4, 2019
- 2 min
Hong Kong Fortune Telling: Kau Chim at Sik Sik Yuen Wong Tai Chin Temple
The practice of Kau Chim at the Sik Sik Yuen Wong Tai Chin Temple, Kowloon, Hong Kong
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oldbagonaplane
- Jun 4, 2019
- 4 min
Hong Kong: Sik Sik Yuen Wong Tai Sin Temple, Kowloon Walled City Park & Ladies Night Market.
I arrived in hong kong during a very hot, sticky and rainy afternoon. My first impressions were not terrific as the city loomed large and...
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oldbagonaplane
- Jun 3, 2019
- 2 min
Hong Kong: The Big Buddha, Po Lin Monastery, 360 Gondola and an Australian Interloper Called Shelby
Ngang Po 360 cable car ride to the Big Buddha at the Po Lin monastery
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oldbagonaplane
- Jun 2, 2019
- 3 min
Hong Kong: The Wishing Trees of Tin Hau Temple and 10,000 Buddhas
I traveled Hong Kong for the first time this May. My daughter had been studying at the Chinese University in Sha Tin. Though she was more...
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