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The Port Royale of the North Atlantic by Reed Hellman
At dawn in Louisbourg, the sun is a diffused circle, barely cutting through the fog stealing in from the Atlantic Ocean. Intermittent rains add to the dreary aspect as they spatter across the glassy bay. A few gulls wheel overhead or stalk through the tide-thrown wrack littering the black sand beach. The continent ends here at the outboard tip of Nova Scotia, on easternmost Cape Breton Island. Beyond Louisbourg harbor’s mouth, the North Atlantic rolls away, unimpeded, to Europe.Main Street 4th of July - Antioch, Illinois by Jacquie Kubin
Main Street is still there. And it is still lined with great buildings in classic art deco motifs. The Las Vegas Diner still serves the best breakfast and their parade is still one of the best. Not because of fancy floats, but because you can't help but smile when you see the bright smile on this year's Miss Junior Peanut. And you can't help cry a little when everyone, from the smallest child to the oldest adult stands up and cheers when the Veterans of Foreign Wars guys march proudly by. (Photo: Alison, Age 4/By Jacquie Kubin)Cal-a-Vie The Spa Haven - All the right moves by Linda Mensinga
Visiting southern California’s Cal-a-Vie spa is the great way to escape the stresses of work and responsibilities and emerge feeling better,stronger and healthier. Fitness instructors will show you cardio, strength and stretching moves. Therapists will pamper your face, scalp and body with gentle moves. Classes, lectures, massages and delicious guilt-free food make this vacation truly rejuvenating.Visit Baltimore, Maryland this July 4th and celebrate African American History
Baltimore, MD…Celebrate Independence Day at the 8th Annual African American Heritage Festival held in Baltimore from July 3-5 at the M&T Bank Stadium. Celebrating our nations independence alongside the history, culture, education, heritage and arts that reflect the rich African American traditions of Baltimore, the event will also feature carnival rides, new educational and historical exhibits and an interactive children's area.
Camp Reveille - Sleep Away Camp for Mom by Jacquie Kubin
How long has it been since you went to summer camp? Bunk houses and mess halls. Swimming in the lake and eating S’mores around the campfire, ghost stories, arts and crafts or just hanging talking with an old, or new best friend.
Women from 25 to 75 can head back to camp, along with ABC’s Good Morning American host Joan Lunden, to relive all those magical childhood summer experiences and more when they head to Camp Reveille, located in Southern Maine, for a weekend at a unique "sleep over" camp experience designed with only women in mind.A Taste of Adventure - Dining in Brooklyn, New York, by Reed Hellman
New York...Brooklyn, New York has been one of America's vestibules. Immigrants from scores of nations entered our country's outer doors and settled right there, in New York City's southernmost borough. Those first generations clung to their native languages, traditions, and foods, formed into cloistered neighborhoods, and raised their children on a blend of old country and new. It was the second generation and their children who opened the vestibule's inner doors and entered America's interior.
Cinco de Mayo Corzo la Futura, by Jacquie Kubin, Editor, Donne Tempo Magazine
What is Cinco de Mayo? Well, other than a good reason to find bars serving tequila based libations? Cinco de Mayo is not Mexico’s Independence day, that is in September. This holiday commemorates May 5, 1862, the day when a small army Mexican soldiers defeated hoards of occupying French soldiers at The Battle of Puebla, Puebla, Mexico.
A trio of Father's Day gifts that don't fit in a tie box by Jacquie Kubin, editor, Donne Tempo Magazine
Father’s Day looms as does the question of what do you get a man that needs nothing? What can a daughter, or wife, find for that special man in their lives? Can you really pick up another trendy shirt, or, gasp, tie or tool? How about finding something for dad that is steeped in tradition, but that carries a trendy new twist making it very much about today. My suggestion for this year is forget about what he needs and think about what he wants – simply remember a few of his favorite things…for example good drink, exciting sports action or a day of relaxation…and he won’t be feeling so bad!*
Glorious San Jose by Lisa Ruth, editor, Donne Tempo Magazine
Nestled in the Santa Clara Valley, surrounded by the soaring Santa Cruz Mountains, lays lush and lovely San Jose, California. Overshadowed by its more famous northern cousin, San Francisco, San Jose is a worthy destination. The bustling city boasts a huge variety of unique natural sites, cultural destinations, nightlife and a surprising calming beauty.
Cusco, Peru: The Heart of the Inca Empire, by JoAnna Haugen, special to Donne Tempo Magazine
Peruvian women with waist-length braids and bowler hats watch street mimes. Children chase pigeons as backpackers wander by. A cornucopia of languages mingles with the smell of spices and fruit at the local market. As the gateway to Machu Picchu and the heart of the Inca Empire, Cusco, Peru, has the opportunity to be touristy and tacky, but despite being visited by thousands of travelers a year, the city has maintained a personality that is charming, inviting and skilled at mixing the traditional with the trendy.
Redefining Mexican Food at PacifiCooks, by Linda Mensinga, editor, Donne Tempo Magazine
Cabo San Lucas ...Mexican food is coming of age with practitioners who honor their culinary heritage as well as elaborating and stretching it into world class cooking. A notable group of Mexican chefs gathered to prepare dinners for PacifiCooks held in the Cabo San Lucas resort of Pueblo Bonito.
A summer season of wine tastings at The Imperial Hotel, Chestertown, MD
The Imperial Hotel Chestertown is launching an incredible summer of wine tasting events entitled Grapes, Vine and Wines. Mark these dates on your calendar and remember, you need to make a reservation to attend any tasting event.I would do so well in advance!
Sea bass with mushroom risotto - The Quarter Kitchen, Chef Gordon Damon
From the luxorious San Diego, California hotel, The Ivy, Executive Chef Gordon Damon shares his recipe for a crisp Sea Bass, moist, tender and mild, served over a savory mushroom risotto. Start your meal with a crisp, peppery, arugula and blue cheese crumble salad and serve a crisp white wine.
Sizzling in San Diego, California; The Ivy Hotel by LInda Mensinga, editor, Donne Tempo Mgaazine
The Ivy Hotel is hot, hot, hot with 2 clubs attracting the see and be-seen crowd. The food at Quarter Kitchen is heating up the dining scene with exotic flavors and luxury ingredients from around the world. Room feature 42-inch plasma HDTV, wireless Internet access, 4 different kinds of pillows and a glass-walled bath exposed to the entire room. The 1275-foot Star Suite features king-size bunk beds, open shower and fireman’s pole.
Revisiting the Eastern Shore, by Jon Gann, special to Donne Tempo Magazine
However, it was the unintended result of our travels that made the experience truly memorable: I was able to relearn my grade-school knowledge of the events and people that make Maryland's role in our nation's history truly unique. Driving only an hour and a half from D.C., we arrived at the rental house where we would spend the evening.
The Imperial Hotel - Charms of Chestertown, MD
The absolute best things about living in the Mid-Atlantic area – D.C. to Baltimore – are the many great day or overnight destinations to explore. Quaint colonial era towns filled with great resorts, historic inns and incredible restaurants. As an area resident, hands down my favorite jaunt is to the Eastern Shore, but not the beach – the number one region tourist draw. I love to visit Chestertown, Maryland
Travel: Ronda, Spain
Located in the region of Andalucía, Spain, the city of Ronda lies sixty miles southeast of Seville and twenty miles northwest of Marbella in central southern Spain, near to the Costa del Sol , making it an easy drive from either direction. Yet Ronda lies off the beaten tourist track.
Dine Out: Ray's Hell Burgers, Arlington, Virginia
After spending the summer in France on business, there was one new restaurant my husband was dying to take me to upon my return: Ray’s Hell Burger. After all, what could be more appropriate to celebrate my re-entry to the good ol’ U S of A than a hamburger? Especially for a gal who, despite learning to consume foie gras and escargot as an adult, was raised by a mother who believes in one major food group only: beef.
Family on Bikes: Looking Back at an uneasy road.
When I look back upon the past months on the road, I’m not sure what comes to mind first – all the bumps in our road or the days of smooth sailing. I guess I could say they both vie for my attention. The journey has had its share of challenges known and unknown. The Dalton Highway was the first. Getting through North America, dropping into South America, before January 1, was another.
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