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Some people might tell you not to visit Port Antonio, Jamaica . They might say that, because of the way storms usually hit the island, Port Antonio is in the worst possible spot it's in the north east, after all, and rain tends to drift in from the east. They might say you're better off sticking...
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I took my family to the Palmetto Dunes Resort in Hilton Head , South Carolina last year, and have been dreaming of it every since. I have been an avid golfer for years and this was quite a treat for me, but there were still plenty of other things for my wife and kids to do. We all agree that this was...
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Do the winters seem too long ? Missing seeing green?Do you long for the sun and breeze to give you a warm kiss? Are you prone to the "Christmas blues" particularly when the holidays are near? Weeks before thanksgiving,do you already worry about overcrowded airports, traffic jams and teeming...
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I first visited Cancun over Spring break. While I don't remember a great deal about that trip, according to the photos: I had a terrific time. Since then, I have visited Cancun over 20 times and while my activities may have changed while I am there, my love for the place has not. Besides the beautiful...
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I've lived a good number of places in my lifetime and visited a good deal more. But, having grown up in the Deep South, I've developed a certain appreciation for the kind of charm you don't find anywhere else. The words 'y'all', 'yonder' and 'reckon' are staples...
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Who says spring break spots are just for students? Whether you're an undergradute or post grad looking to vacation in Jamaica, all you need is a taste for adventure and the desire to walk on the wild side. There are white sugar colored beaches, which I'm not sure you can eat. These beaches have...
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Strutting in front of the fire truck was a pint-sized firefighter. He donned a firefighter's helmet and was smartly draped in a firefighting suit. With water hose in hand, he was ready for any impending danger. Despite his size, the stout-hearted Colin displayed the tenacity of a seasoned professional...
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Finished your midterm paper? Check. Carrying enough money and the proper ID cards? Check. Have plane ticket in pocket? Clean underwear for trip? Hope so, check and check. Knowing proper safety measures? Of course, silly! Nothin' bad will happen to me. Wrong! If you're a parent, then you've...
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Speaking as a baby boomer, when I was a kid, Ft. Lauderdale meant one thing - spring break! Like most of us, however, the things we found enjoyable 40 years ago don't quite meet our expectations now. I really don't like staying in a seedy motel, sharing the bed (or the floor) with 5 or 6 other...
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For those traveling to Maui on an unlimited budget, the island offers numerous opportunities that many visitors simply cannot afford. Take for instance, Maui's collection of hotels and resorts, as well as luxury condo rentals . Many resort style complexes offer condo suites, with beautiful ocean...
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Thinking of a spring break vacation in Cancun Mexico? Carumba amigo, this is going to be one hot week. And I mean hotter than a carton of Mexican jalapenos. Si, you'll be chugging tequila better than Speedy Gonzalez's mother and she eventually joined Alcoholics Anonymous. This mecca of Spring...
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Need a few tips for traveling to Maui on a strict budget? The first thing I learned on my trip to Maui (with friends who had unlimited budgets) was that I really had to spend my money wisely in order to pay all my bills waiting for me back home. I only used my credit card twice, for the flight and for...