Long trips can disrupt everything children rely on. Sleep patterns shift. Meals lose structure. Growth, which depends on routine, gets pushed aside for schedules that don’t match a child’s rhythm.

When staying on the island of Kauai in the summer, there are so many fun things to do! From breath-taking nature to welcoming small towns to learning the history, the adventures are endless. Whether you are traveling solo, or with children, this was my amazing experience in paradise. 

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Beautiful coastlines and verdant landscapes of the Pacific Northwest are on full display in Whidbey Island, Washington. Located in the Puget Sound east of the Olympic Peninsula, this island is the place to go for a slow-paced getaway.

If someone asked me what animal I would describe myself as, I would say a dolphin. So when my family and I visited Oceanside, California, where we were fortunate enough to go on a boating tour with Oceanside Adventures and see thousands of dolphins, I truly felt right at home.

There's more than what meets the eye at Omega Mart; it’s a sensory experience like no other! Stick around to find out…you're about to enter a new whole world! 

Located in the heart of Leipzig’s old town on Kleine Fleischergasse, the refurbishment of Germany's oldest continuously operated coffee house Zum Arabischen Coffe Baum (To the Arabian Coffee Tree) has been completed and the city is celebrating the traditional coffee house's grand re-opening. Guests may experience a revival of the honored traditions on three floors. The accompanying museum on Leipzig's coffee culture will be open on July 1, 2025.

Are you new to the Central Florida area or have you been here for a minute?

Do you sometimes ask yourself what there is to do and where to go? 

Get ready to follow Avandra on her adventures!

Avandra seeks out new experiences and places that she will be sharing with you.

Get ready, it’s either Feast or Famine!

For instance, are you aware of A Perfect Union Art Gallery, located in West Oaks Mall?

For many professionals, going on a business trip is an exciting experience since it offers a change of scenery, networking opportunities, and a chance to explore new environments and culture. However, business travel can pose a few challenges, especially if you have one or more chronic health problems. According to a recent study, 52 percent of employees are currently struggling with at least one chronic condition. What's more, it's not just older workers who are getting sick since 4 in 10 Gen Z and Millennial employees are living with a chronic health problem. 

Note: This is an excerpt from But For the Shadows, Mexico Is Color – 2,730,000 Steps in a Magical Country

From About 60,000 to 80,000 Steps