Category: North America
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Sedona to Grand Canyon Village – Road Trip
Sedona is a city in central Arizona at the foothill of the Rocky Mountain Range. Sedona’s main attraction is its array of red sandstone formations. The formations appear to glow in brilliant orange and red when illuminated by the rising or setting sun. The red rocks form a popular backdrop for many activities, ranging from spiritual pursuits…
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View from CN tower, Toronto
The CN Tower is a 553.3 meter (1815 ft) high concrete communications and observation tower in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Built in 1976, it held the record of “World’s tallest free standing structure” for 32 years, only surpassed by Burj Khalifa in 2007 and by Canton Tower in 2009. As of 2024, it still remains among…
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Grand Canyon West Excursions & Zip line Adventure
Grand Canyon West is a managed site at the north-west corner of Grand Canyon in Hualapai Native American reservation. It is a popular destination for its close proximity to Las Vegas, Nevada (unlike Grand Canyon National Park near Williams, AZ). Some of the notable attractions at this site includes the Grand Canyon Skywalk, Helicopter Rides…
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Road Trip – Tucumcari to Albuquerque, NM
For many years, Tucumcari has been a popular stop for cross-country travelers on Interstate 40. It is the largest city on the highway between Amarillo, Texas and Albuquerque, New Mexico. Old U.S. Route 66 runs through the heart of Tucumcari via Route 66 Boulevard. Numerous businesses, including gasoline service stations, restaurants, and motels, were constructed to accommodate tourists as…
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San Diego Bay
San Diego Bay is a natural harbor and deepwater port located in San Diego County, California near the U.S.–Mexico border. The 12 mile long bay is the third largest of the natural bays on the California coast. San Diego harbor is home to a naval museum as well as an active port, tourist cruise and…
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Discovering Seattle
Arrival and Anticipation Our Seattle journey began with an evening arrival. Rashid, Zak, and I were wrapped in the embrace of the Emerald City’s cool, crisp air as we settled into our temporary abode. The city’s lights twinkled in the distance, promising adventures yet to unfold. Majestic Lake Washington The next day dawned bright and…
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Unearthing the Mystical Sedona
An Introduction to the Red Rock Haven: Sedona After soaking in the southwestern charm of Albuquerque and Santa Fe (details to be revealed in another blog, so stay tuned!), we aimed our trusty BMW toward the mesmerizing landscapes of Arizona. Next up on our epic family adventure: a four-night stay in the spiritual and scenic…
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Bahama Cruise – Carnival Sensation
Cruising to the Bahamas is a great option for first time experience or those on a short time or budget. Most cruises to the Bahamas can be done within 3-5 days with ships leaving from all over Florida ports like Jacksonville, Port Canaveral, Fr. Lauderdale and Miami. The length of your cruise can depend on…
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