Revisiting Portugal brought nostalgia and discovery – historic Lisbon streets, a castle outside the capital, and the charm of Sintra and Porto. Old memories, new adventures, and plenty of hills to conquer.
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A Northward adventure with Sunny & my brother included Prescott’s history, scenic drives, Jerome, and an expanding collection of rubber-ducked companions.
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Venturing to Florida’s Green Cay Wetlands and Palm Beach Zoo revealed towering wildlife, lurking gators, and unexpected animal encounters. Nature’s thrills awaited – from anteaters to tigers!
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From prickly cacti to the Desert Southwest’s largest public rose garden, Mesa’s Botanical Gardens surprised me with colors, scents, and a stroll worth remembering.
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Introducing my brother to the Grand Canyon, Flagstaff, and Mesa’s Japanese Friendship Garden — a week of fall foliage, wildlife, and serene discoveries in Arizona.
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Papago Park offered the a good visual retreat – gentle hikes, unique wildlife, and stunning views from the Hole in the Rock.
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A mother-daughter trip to Vegas mixed downtown exploration, Strip icons, and the kind of stories that only seem possible in the city where anything can happen.
Ghost towns, desert legends, and a trip through Arizona’s Superstition Mountains – complete with frontier history, modern fun facts, and zero brothels.
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An escape from record-breaking heat led north to the Grand Canyon, Bearizona, and Antelope Canyon – where cooler air and awe-inducing views made every mile worthwhile.
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From skull-and-crossbones road warnings to unintentionally hilarious modern signage, this post dives into the history of signs – and some of the most memorable ones I’ve encountered along the way.
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