Recently, I traveled to Finger Lakes, NY wine country for the first time in my life. Below are some of my first impressions.
View of Keuka Lake (Photo by Beth Smith)
Happy Hour: The Skinny Vine with ThirstyGirl & #TGTaste
January 4, 2013 By Leave a Comment
I have to admit, I am probably not the target market for Skinny Vine, although it might not be a bad idea to indulge in these wines occasionally to save some calories for more food. However, I am always open to explore new ideas in wine, so I said yes to #TGTaste with The Skinny Vine.
The Skinny Vine Wines (Photo by TravelWineChick)
Travel Messiah: My Top 5 Vacation Destinations
June 28, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Here are my top five vacations destinations (in alphabetical order)!
Costa Rica: I studied for a summer in Costa Rica and it is etched in my mind as one of the best experiences of my life! This small, bio diverse country boasts the European-like city life of the capital, San José, as well as rain forests, mountains, volcanoes and beaches. According to Wikipedia, it is home to 12,119 species of plants, 441 species of amphibians and reptiles, 838 species of birds, 232 species of mammals and 181 species of fresh water fish. There is something for everyone in Costa Rica! The Spanish spoken here is one of the easier dialects to understand and the people are warm and friendly.
Where in the world? (Photo from www.bestofpuzzles.com)
Travel Messiah: May Is My Favorite Month
May 16, 2012 By Leave a Comment
The world’s favorite season is the spring.
All things seem possible in May.
~ Edwin Way Teale
April showers do bring May flowers as evidenced by this beautiful bouquet sent to me from my boyfriend of 15 years. But May brings so much more!
May Flowers (Photo by Beth Smith)
Travel Messiah: California Wine Countries Honeymoon ~ Part 3
April 12, 2012 By Leave a Comment
If spending time in California’s wine country of Napa and Sonoma sounds like a fun honeymoon, then I have some suggestions for you in Part 1 of this series: California Wine Country Honeymoon. And Part 2, it is all about the wineries ~ listed in alphabetical order because I love them all!!! But there is more to California Wine Country than wine ~ so I’ve heard! If you’re interested in assistance in planning your Napa honeymoon, looking for beautiful art to add to your gift registry or seeking a unique meal, I have a few recommendations to get you started.
Napa Valley (Photo from www.meditrinaconcierge.com)
Travel Messiah: California Wine Countries Honeymoon ~ Part 2
March 15, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Yes, a Caribbean or tropical honeymoon is often the norm, but how about a California wine country honeymoon in Napa and Sonoma, where the wines are to die for, the food is fabulous, the scenery breathtaking, and the climate mild? If this sounds like a fun and relaxing way to spend your honeymoon, then I have some suggestions for you in Part 1 of this series: California Wine Country Honeymoon. And Part 2, it is all about the wineries ~ listed in alphabetical order because I love them all!!!
Anderson's Conn Valley (Photo by Beth Smith)
Best Long-Distance Love Story
February 14, 2012 By 1 Comment
In summer 1996, there was an AOL user named MyQDPi who was lurking in an AOL chat room one evening. Just as she was about to log off, an instant message popped up from a user named IMAFLIRT. “Uh oh,” thought MyQDPi. They chatted briefly that evening. That evening turned into four months of chats and e-mails until November 11, 1996, when IMAFLIRT (real name: John) called MyQDPi (real name: Beth) at her job and they heard each other’s voices for the first time. That led to another four months of phone calls, chats, and e-mails until they were brave enough to meet face-to-face on March 15, 1997.
John & Beth. Photo courtesy of Beth Smith.
Travel Messiah: California Wine Country Honeymoon ~ Part 1
January 20, 2012 By 6 Comments
Yes, a Caribbean or tropical honeymoon is often the norm, but how about a California wine country honeymoon in Napa and Sonoma, where the wines are to die for, the food is fabulous, the scenery breathtaking, and the climate mild? If this sounds like a fun and relaxing way to spend your honeymoon, then I have some suggestions for you in Part 1 of this series: California Wine Country Honeymoon.
Whitehall Lane (Photo by Beth Smith)
Travel Messiah: The Angel Tree Project
December 26, 2011 By Leave a Comment
In addition to managing travel, I also teach at a rural community college in mountains of southwest Virginia, about 42 miles from where I live. The primary sources of jobs in the area are coal mining and farming. It’s tough area in which to teach because many of those who reside in the college’s service area live at or below poverty level.
Gift Tree (Photo from www.calvinboy.blogspot.com)
Travel Messiah: Stay Sane for Holiday Travels
December 1, 2011 By Leave a Comment
There’s not a more stressful time of year to travel than during the holidays.
Traveling During the Holidays (Photo by Tim Boyle for Bloomberg News)
These tips below will help you minimize stress and maximize enjoyment:
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