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Through the Eyes of an Educator: Mindfulness, Intention, and Self-Care

by Stacey Ebert /

Sep 04, 2019 / 0 comments

Another school year has begun, and children, teachers, and families across the US are dealing with locker combinations, teacher meetings, books, backpacks, and the back to school jitters.

While most of the time we look at the hard cold facts of the back to school journey, how often do we stop and look at the bigger picture, the deeper picture, or the other parts of the educational curriculum that are often left out of the official syllabus?

Why Lake Tahoe is a hidden gem for boating lovers

Submitted by Lexa Pennington on Thu, 08/29/2019 - 04:01

Lake Tahoe is a large freshwater lake in the Sierra Nevada Mountains, straddling the California-Nevada border. It is particularly famous as a tourist destination for its unique combination of stunning beaches and ski resorts. The lake, which is the largest alpine body of water in the U.S., was formed about two million years ago, and is known for the clarity of its waters and the panorama of surrounding mountains.

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Unique, Colorful, & Quirky Day Trips from Florence, Italy

Submitted by Dr. Jessie Voigts on Tue, 08/27/2019 - 05:44

If you're like me, and want to discover the most colorful, quirky things on your journeys, Italy is full of them. If you're looking for day trips from Florence that fulfill these criteria (because, let's face it, another travel criteria, good food, abounds in Italy!), here are 2 of my favorites.

Unique, Colorful, & Quirky Day Trips from Florence, Italy

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“Josh Recommends” for the Week of August 23, 2019 By Josh Garrick

Submitted by Josh Garrick on Fri, 08/23/2019 - 09:45

“Josh Recommends” for the Week of August 23, 2019 By Josh Garrick

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3 Reasons You Should Travel With Your Family Members

Submitted by Lexa Pennington on Fri, 08/23/2019 - 07:35

Family travel, multigenerational travel, family reunions–there are many ways to travel with your relatives (and nuclear family). And, it’s important! Here are 3 reasons to travel with your family…and a few tips on successful travel with kids:

3 Reasons You Should Travel With Your Family Members

You’ll create strong bonds

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History Comes Alive at the Belmond Hotel Monasterio in Cusco

by Sandy Bornstein /

Aug 19, 2019 / 0 comments

A two-night stay at the Belmond Hotel Monasterio in Cusco, in the aftermath of our journey to Machu Picchu, offered an exceptional opportunity to absorb the region’s history. Developers in the 1960s transformed this former 16th-century Spanish seminary, built on top of a grand Inca palace, into a hotel. In 1999, the Orient-Express Hotels (today the Belmond Hotel brand) started restoring the colonial Renaissance architecture.

“Josh Recommends” for the Week of August 15, 2019 By Josh Garrick

Submitted by Josh Garrick on Fri, 08/16/2019 - 20:48

“Josh Recommends” for the Week of August 15, 2019 By Josh Garrick

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7 Beautiful Places To Visit In Bangkok

Submitted by Bert Maxwell on Fri, 08/16/2019 - 03:09

Bangkok, the capital city of Thailand, is an extraordinary place. Rest assured you are guaranteed of an exceptional experience and reception when you visit. Forget about the heat and traffic jams, below are seven most alluring things to do when you visit the great city of Bangkok.

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Restaurant Weeks Kicks into High Gear in the Alamo City

by Rosie Carbo /

Aug 12, 2019 / 0 comments

Restaurant Weeks, a chance to dine on chef-prepared cuisine at dozens of San Antonio area restaurants, kicks off Aug. 10th and runs through Aug. 24. The biannual salute to the Alamo city’s best culinary talent is the brainchild of Culinaria.

Restaurant Weeks Kicks into High Gear in the Alamo City
Photo: Kirsten Kaiser, adapted by snsvs