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My family had the wonderful experience of strolling the streets of Colonial Williamsburg enjoying the Christmas decorations.<br />
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We're not so sure this one reflects the proper time period of Colonial Williamsburg but we sure got a kick out of it. (Look closely!)</div>
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<span style="color: red; font-size: large;">Merry Christmas and Happy Hanukkah from Incredible Memories Travel!</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Believe it or not, the holidays are right around the corner. Instead of buying material things that the family won't remember, want to surprise them with a gift they'll never forget? How about a trip to Walt Disney World, Disneyland, or even a Disney Cruise! For a small deposit, we can get that trip reserved and all you have to do is surprise your family! Here are a few fun ideas for surprising them:</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">*Send your family on a treasure hunt. This could be done by spreading clues throughout the house which lead to your Disney surprise.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">*Fill a piece of luggage with Mickey Mouse ears for everyone, wrap it, and give it to your loved one.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">*Reserve a Christmas or holiday dinner at your favorite restaurant or cook a favorite meal. Spread small clues around the table as decoration and have some fake Disney tickets hiding under their plates or hand them out during dessert.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">*Get wooden letters from a hobby store that spell out the word DISNEY. Wrap them in individual boxes, have the kids open them, and then unscramble them.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">*Give everyone a bag full of Disney supplies as a gift, then have them open at the same time.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">There are so many ways to surprise your family! Just remember to record the whole thing!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Here's what a past client has to say about <i>giving</i> Disney for Christmas:</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">"Working with Incredible Memories Travel was super easy! She took care of EVERYTHING and helped me come up with a plan to surprise my wife and kids for Christmas with our very first Disney World trip. She walked us through every step and detail all the way through the end of the trip. It went so well, I'll absolutely be contacting them for our next trip!" Joshua</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Here's what a past client has to say about <i>receiving</i> Disney for Christmas:</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">"Being surprised with a Disney trip for Christmas is the stuff dreams are made of. I will never forget the overwhelming feeling when the "hints" were opened by myself and our three kids. The sheer delight and all the tears made for a precious memory. The trip was executed flawlessly and we had an absolutely wonderful time! Knowing that we didn't have to worry about the details or planning because all the guesswork was handled so well by our agent, was the icing on the cake. And all that extra help for free?! It's a no-brainer, and we can't wait for our next trip!" Amanda</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222;">Giving Disney as a gift to your loved ones is definitely unforgettable. We would love to help you make this gift a reality!</span> </span><br />
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Such was the caption of a photo I posted on my Facebook page during a wonderful getaway to TRS Turquesa in Punta Cana with my husband during his fall break. We did see a beautiful array of colors and so many variations of blue - the sea, the pools the sky were all beautiful. Just check out all the gorgeous colors seen in our view from our patio. The first was taken late afternoon, the second early one morning.<br />
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We arrived to the resort mid-afternoon and were greeted at the reception area with coconuts and straws as a welcome refreshment. We were checked in quickly and taken to our room by our butler. The check in service was so friendly. Each morning for the rest of our stay, the agent who checked us in greeted me by name. Our bags were delivered very soon afterwards. Our room was on the third floor and as you can see had a great view of the pool and ocean. (Caution though - no elevators in the building, stairs only. Thankfully my knees managed it just fine.)<br />
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In lieu of key cards we were given wristbands which would access our room. Loved this! Very convenient. Bands were color coded for different levels of service but I never noticed differential treatment at any restaurants or pools. Our black bands allowed us to access the spa pools without a fee.</div>
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The first thing we noticed were the beautiful grounds on the resort with lush greenery, and then the pools. Our room was near the main pool which was an all day party and very lively into the evening. With our doors closed we didn't hear it at all but on our balcony we could enjoy the music. You can see it in the photos above. The other 2 pools were the pools on the other side of the resort with the swim up suites. Very sedate and quiet over there. We enjoyed seeing them all lit up during our evening stroll.</div>
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Our favorite pool hangout was the "Secret Pool". It was quieter and more peaceful when we wanted to relax and read poolside. The main pool and the Secret Pool both had swim up bars. The Secret Pool did liven up for the foam party one afternoon. That was a lot of fun!</div>
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We even saw some interesting characters along the way. This man let his monkey jump on me but I had to pay to take a photo of myself with it so I just have his photo. (#imcheap!)</div>
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Between TRS Turquesa and the Grand Palladium Resort also available to TRS Turquesa guests, there is a large variety of dining options.</div>
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Our favorites are below:</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The Healthy Habits Bar in the spa area offered delicious smoothies and healthy snack options.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Our favorite meal was at Rodizio - an Argentinian steak house</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">My favorite breakfast buffet was at Caprichos. I enjoyed my Dominican Republic staple food Mangú”with my eggs and mimosa.</td></tr>
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The resort offers several options of daily activities. We didn't participate in all of them but I did take some photos to share so you can see a variety of options.</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">A casino at the Grand Palladium resort next door offers a casino that guests of TRS Turquesa can visit.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Also at the Grand Palladium resort is a theater which features shows nightly. We went to the 80's music show one evening. Other shows that week included a Michael Jackson tribute and a tropical show.</td></tr>
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We didn't stay on resort every day but went on an excursion one day. We were picked up at our hotel and taken to the Marinarium Reef Explorer where we snorkeled, swam with sharks and stingrays and had lovely Tibetan head massages. We also had the options to paddle board, kayak or just lie on the disks in the water but we spent most of our time enjoying the water activities. My husband even saw an octopus while snorkeling but it hid before I could get a glimpse.</div>
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One of the perks on TRS Turquesa is the butler service. We had an amazing butler, Eury, who treated us like royalty. On this particular day, he found us on the beach, and I told him I was cold and we'd be heading in soon. When we got back to the room, this was awaiting us to warm me up.</div>
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<br />Incredible Memories Travelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02375068105777197661noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8792208095952428940.post-17638971136929397792019-09-16T08:00:00.000-04:002019-09-16T08:00:03.513-04:00Something New, Something Cherished - Part 2Last week, I shared our "new" England experiences, this week I'll share some of our cherished England revisited!<br />
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As you know, we're foodies so of course we had to get all of our favorites!!<br />
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One simply must have tea and scones when in England. Yorkshire scones are huge and delicious but were missing and essential ingredient - clotted cream! We remedied that - MANY - times during the second part of our trip - but the very best ones were at Vintage Blue Tea room in Lavenham. Which also served Eton Mess- another family favorite.<br />
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The Vintage Tea Room not only has delicious food, its adorable!</div>
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More fish and chips - in Whitby. We enjoyed eating them outside in a seaside town. Our family did a taste test and decided we are a "haddock" family and preferred it over the cod.<br />
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As you can see my family and I are quite passionate about England and LOVE it. I would love to help you plan a trip there and experience all that is special about it!</div>
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My family had the privilege of returning to our beloved England this summer. During our 3 years living there, we'd never made it to the North Yorkshire Moors so decided to spend the first part of our trip there and experience a "new to us" part of England.<br />
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It did not disappoint!! A gorgeous drive across the moors with its fields of purple heather - not quite at their peak but still beautiful, brought us to our cottage at Church House Farm where we enjoyed spectacular views from our garden and from our walks.<br />
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While there we enjoyed a couple nice day trips - including a visit to Whitby Abbey and the town of Whitby. Do you know the literary significance of Whitby Abbey? Answer below...</div>
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Whitby was inspiration for Bram Stoker's Dracula.</div>
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What's a summer vacation without a beach day? Apparently many others agreed because we began our day at one beach and had to abandon our plans when we couldn't find a single parking spot anywhere in town, and moved on to Runswick Bay which was stunning. The walk down was very steep but my chivalrous husband played chauffeur and dropped us and picked us up at the bottom.</div>
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On our way home from the beach, I wanted to catch the Hogwarts Express - but alas I missed it!<br />
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We thoroughly enjoyed our time in the Moors and have a new "cherished" portion of England to love! In Part 2, I'll share our cherished favorites revisited!<br />
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">As a mother of five, I tend to get very busy
in the small details of day to day life: menu planning, schooling, after-school
activities, cleaning, laundry, diapers, college applications, etc. So when my
husband suggested I take our oldest daughter on a vacation, my jaw dropped to
the floor. I wasn't even sure how to process his comment. After picking up my
jaw and discussing it more, we decided to start a family tradition. The year
that each child turns 18/graduates, they get to go on a vacation with mom. Just
the two of us. Yay!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">Our oldest turned 18 and graduated this past
year, so we got to plan our trip. Given this daughter's personality, I knew going somewhere
warm during the winter months (we live in Minnesota) would be a fabulous choice
for her. So we started throwing around some ideas that mostly involved flying
somewhere warm and renting a car and exploring. Sounds fun, right? Then Kristy
suggested a cruise. Wait, what?!? I can't afford a cruise. But after looking
into it, I was surprised to find that we could totally afford a cruise. They are
way more reasonable than most people realize!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">We decided on a Royal Caribbean cruise to the
Bahamas. What an experience! This was a first for both of us, so every little
thing was new. Being out on the ocean was pretty amazing and ridiculously good
for the soul. The food was incredible; the beaches were beautiful; the food was
delicious; exploring Nassau was breathtaking; the food was drool-worthy; the
ocean was soothing...and did I mention the FOOD?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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CocoCay, was one of our favorite parts of the cruise. Sitting on the beach,
soaking up the hot sun, drinking out of pineapples-- Paradise. Seriously. My
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history tour we went on while at port in Nassau. I was shocked at how much
fascinating information and delicious food was packed into just a few short
hours. That went above and beyond my expectations. Our tour guide, Joy, was full of interesting
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">The ship itself was filled with endless entertainment
and fun things to see and do: nightly shows, comedians, pools, hot tubs, a rock
wall, bungee trampolines, an arcade, shops, a spa, an orchestra, live bands, theme
nights, game shows, a casino, movies on deck, dancing, restaurants, classes--the
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<span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">One of my favorite things to do in Disney World is watch a little girl transform into a princess. The way she carries herself, the smile on her face, and the look of awe from everyone around her are delightful. In Disney that means one thing... the little girl has just gotten a makeover at Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique(BBB). There are two locations located in Walt Disney World. The most popular one being at Magic Kingdom and the secondary one located at Disney Springs. Prices exist for every budget starting with very basic hair and nails and moving up to the extravagance that Disney is known for. It’s no secret that I’m a "boy mom." I truly thought I’d never get to experience the BBB magic. When I found out my niece was going to partake I was a little jealous. That is until my sister-in-law told me that they had a package for boys! And the best part of the whole deal.... it was only $19.95 plus tax! I immediately called and made reservations. </span></div>
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<span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">We chose the Disney Springs location in order to accommodate my two boys who are both six years old and my niece who was three at the time. BBB is located in between Earl of Sandwich, The Void, and Once Upon a Toy. We arrived about 30 minutes before our reservation and were told to come back closer to our appointment. The lobby area is extremely small and cannot accommodate more than six people or so. Within a few minutes of our appointment time, we were called back to meet our stylist, also known as a Fairy Godmother. All three of the children were called together, and we were placed in a small room. Waiting in the room were the two shields for my sons that came with their package. I was so impressed with the quality of the shields. The dragon version of Maleficent was on each shield face. They looked like they cost more than $20 which was the cost of the whole experience. Then we were left alone in a room where a certain very special fairy godmother came to greet us through a mirror. We were all shocked and amazed. After that each child went up to the mirror to talk about how he or she wanted his or her hair. We were then led to the styling room and my boys received gel and pixie dust and were presented to their audience. The hairstyle itself took less than 10 minutes. After that they were swept off to their photo session. </span></div>
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Sometimes when you are local to an area you take it for granted. It's only when you leave and return as a tourist that you can appreciate what a city or destination has to offer. Having grown up in Maryland with many forays into Baltimore to watch the O's games, to shop, to see a show, to visit the Aquarium or the Inner Harbor, I never really saw it from a tourist point of view. However, this past weekend changed that. Visiting for an art exhibition, we decided to live like tourists. </div>
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As a born and raised Marylander, no visit is truly complete without eating steamed crabs, so our very first stop in Baltimore was Nicks Fish House where we split a dozen crabs between us. As that was not enough to actually satisfy our hunger we also ordered crab dip and crab pretzels! Crabs don't get much better than this!!</div>
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The hotel was beautiful and perfectly located. The lobby was hopping with activity and people enjoying themselves visiting with friends, or drinking their Starbucks and reading or working at a table.<br />
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On Saturday morning, we walked more than a few steps (about 6 blocks) to get to a "cafe with character" my husband had discovered searching on the Internet. It definitely had character and my first impression was that it was a bit too macabre for me...</div>
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Sweet Baby Jesus was our other choice. Hash browns, tomatoes, lump crab meat, eggs and hollandaise sauce made up this scrumptious plate of food.</div>
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A few hours later we all met up for an Inner Harbor Sightseeing Cruise. It was a super hot day but the AC interior and the breezy top made it an enjoyable way to see the sights of Baltimore. Choose seating on the starboard side for the best viewing! </div>
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My favorite part of the cruise was passing Fort McHenry as they played the Star Spangled Banner. This proud AF wife may have had something in my eyes during that portion!</div>
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Speaking of Fort McHenry, we stopped by there for a couple hours before heading to the airport to drop off our oldest daughter. Its part of the National Park service so offers free admittance for active duty servicemen, and disabled vets get a free lifetime pass for themselves and up to 3 adult guests. Thank you National Park Service! As our time was extremely limited, we appreciated this perk very much - however, normal entry fees are a reasonable $15 for guests over 16. (Under 16 is free)</div>
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Its time for another episode of "My Staycation is your vacation!" Today's destination is Yorktown.<br />
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While my family and I arrived by automobile, others arrived via the American Cruise Lines <i>American Constitution</i>. American Cruise Lines is "Small Ship Cruising Done Perfectly" and offers river cruises as well as cruises along the Eastern shore. This beauty is the newest in its fleet and carries a capacity of 175 guests.Yorktown, VA is a port of call on two of her itineraries. Her guests had a gorgeous day for their port excursions, some of their possibilities are below.<br />
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Yorktown Waterfront offers a special themed markets on Saturdays between April and October.</div>
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We made the trek to check out the French Sister City market.</div>
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Crepes were the hot seller and very popular among the visitors. We opted for tiramisu and pavlova from a nearby bakery stand. We also enjoyed nitro coffee and steaming bowls of clam chowder from local vendors.</div>
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In addition to the festivals, the waterfront is home to the Watermen's Museum which is open from April through December. (Closed Mondays exc for most Monday holidays). This museum tells the maritime story of our nation as well as the ecology and geology of the Chesapeake Bay.</div>
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And as much fun as the waterfront area is, Yorktown's appeal for history buffs is its main attraction. The American Revolution Museum of Yorktown took us two visits to take everything in, and I'm sure we'll return for more. Re-enactments, lectures, temporary exhibitions and permanent collections are all available and are educational and entertaining.</div>
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And for those who want to be active and explore as they learn about history, there are pathways among the battlefield and historical sites with marquees to read along the way.</div>
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There comes a time in a man’s life when his daughter looks
at him with those eyes he has stared into countless times before, and she asks
a question that he knew was inevitable, and yet has still been dreading since
she first learned to walk and proved beyond a doubt that the bitter-sweet moment
would eventually come when she would yearn for something more than what he
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She looks at him on that day and says, “Dad, will you run
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The Chief Blogette of this blog (my wife) used a variation
of this same approach to <s>bamboozle me</s> lovingly persuade me to run the Walt
Disney World Wine & Dine Half Marathon with her in 2016. I was even made to
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Having paid my penance, I thought maybe I was off the
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My daughter had already run three Disney half marathons, but
apparently that is not far enough. I have pointed out that you don’t really get
anywhere running these things – you start in Walt Disney World and, after a
very long time, you finish in Walt Disney World, just in a different part of it.
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After a little <s>guilt </s>loving and gentle prodding by
the Blogette, I agreed, thinking it would involve minimal training based on my
starting condition. That starting condition promptly went down the drain when I
blew out my left calf a week later (that may be a slight exaggeration, but the
doc did say he thought I had torn it slightly). So, my training regimen now
consisted of sitting on the couch and, in the event I had to get up and put
weight on my calf, whimpering. I of course thought my racing days were over, at
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And so the day came, the day of the 2019 Star Wars Half
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The race itself was titled Rival Run because the runners are
each assigned to either the Light or Dark Side of the Force. Unfortunately,
this didn’t mean the two sides competed against each other. We weren’t allowed
to trip or shove the opposite side off the course during the race, for example.
I was on the Dark Side, and this seemed to me exactly the kind of thing I ought
to have been doing to be consistent with my character. This was your idea, Disney.
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The running happens over the course of three days. There is
a 5k on Friday, a 10k on Saturday, and everything culminates with the half
marathon on Sunday. You sign up for any combination thereof, to include just a
single race, which is what most people do. Once a year, over a weekend in
January, things are changed up because there is a legitimate 26.2-mile full marathon.
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So, having secured entry into your race of choice, by which
I mean paid Disney a sufficient quantity of money, you show up at (hopefully)
sunny Walt Disney World and head to the ESPN center to pick up your race bib
(see above photo), which is the little numbered paper placard you attach to
your shirt, along with the few bits of swag Disney gives you. This primarily
consists of a running shirt commemorating the weekend. It’s a good quality
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rent out space on the expo floor for their sales booths. With the right frame
of mind, this is immensely entertaining. You get to look at all the
running-themed merchandise people would rather have than money. This includes
outfits, commemorative racing medal hangers, and gear. So much gear. This is
the best part. There are running shoes, running socks, running watches, running
snacks, running supplements, running leggings, running hats, running skirts,
shorts, pants, kimonos, etc., all of it Specially Designed™ to Decrease Your Time
and/or Enhance Your Run™! These products are accompanied by professionally
photographed top running athletes so as to create the impression they became
top running athletes by using the products, and thus create the further
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Anyway, on race day you have to arrive very, very early. The
course took the runners through three of the four Disney World theme parks, all
of which still have to open on time, so the race has to start early. We arrived
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There are also DJs, photo ops with various Star Wars
characters, running announcers, just all kinds of stuff to keep folks
interested and the energy level up. And there are the runners themselves. About
a quarter of the population of North America shows up to these Disney races, so
you have excellent opportunities to people watch. As I alluded to earlier, it
is extremely popular to dress up in themed costumes. My daughter and I didn’t
have time to make costumes, but we did buy running shirts meant to look like
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He’s the stern type. Not too talkative. As we walked up he pointed
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Others go all out with their costumes. And not everyone does
a Star Wars character. To me, the hands down best belonged to a guy who dressed
up as the Swedish Chef from the Muppets and the entire race carried a cooking
pot with a Star Wars critter in it. I didn’t get a picture of him, I’m sorry to
say, but just take a second and imagine that look. The chef’s apron and shirt,
the toque (chef’s hat), the huge mustache and eyebrows you can’t really see
under, then the silver pot with the critter in it...all the while running next
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Now it’s time to start the race. Wheelchairs and hand cycles
go first, followed by Corrals filled with runners grouped together by previous
race times, if any. The Corrals proceed out sequentially every few minutes,
each one with a slower average running speed than the one in front of it. Corral
A consists of elite runners with average speeds in the neighborhood of “Gazelle
Escaping A Lioness.” They’re the first Corral to start followed by B, C, etc.
culminating in Corral H, whose runners have an average speed of “Wounded
Sloth.” So, provided your speed is anywhere north of “Fire Hydrant,” there’s a
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<b>Disclaimer: </b><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">I
am not making fun of slow runners. In fairness, I’ve been gently teasing pretty
much every aspect of the weekend, but all in good fun with no ill intent. These
Disney races are only about the time if you want them to be. Of the thousands
who show up, most don’t actually “run” them in any meaningful sense. They enter
them and maneuver the course, stopping along the way for pictures with
characters, selfies in front of Disney landmarks, photos with other runners in
memorable costumes, etc. Unless it’s the Swedish Chef. You just have to mourn
the loss of that photo. Anyway, the point is people do these races for the
experience. They run with friends and laugh along the way. Most finish, some
don’t, but these events have been the catalysts for countless people to change
their lifestyles, to become just a little more active, to improve themselves in
one small way. And once they’ve improved in one tiny area, like gently running
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Now back to the race. So, your Corral is up next. You’ve
been training (umm, well), you’re ready (sort of), you’re poised (eh), and
raring for the off (very much so). You know the first thing you’re going to do when
you finally pass that glorious starting line. You will immediately, without a
second’s hesitation, as if by instinct...begin looking for the first bathroom
you can find. Because the Helpful Disney Folks® having been harping about the
humidity and practically demanding you hydrate, hydrate, hydrate, for the last
90 minutes, every single minute of which you have been dutifully obeying their
instructions, and now you have to pee, pee, pee, and there is NO BATHROOM IN
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So, yeah, a few things about the weekend aren’t ideal. The
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</style>Incredible Memories Travelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02375068105777197661noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8792208095952428940.post-906624769096647822019-03-04T08:00:00.000-05:002019-03-04T08:00:07.391-05:00Food, Glorious Food<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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I have a little family secret to share - my adult children call us snobs. They make fun of their poor parents and sometimes their younger sisters. They claim that we make comments like, "I can't eat THAT pizza. Once you've had pizza in Italy its just not the same!" or "I just can't have American Chinese anymore, I've eaten that in China and its just not the same." </div>
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I will neither confirm nor deny the truth of their statements, but I will say, during our recent discussions of our upcoming trip to England, the foods we want to eat did take precedence over the sights we want to see (but decidedly NOT over the people we want to see.)</div>
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At the top of our list is sticky toffee pudding and scones and clotted cream with jam! Fish and chips (no photo), English ale, and the assorted desserts are also high on our list!</div>
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England gets a bad rap for their food, but it really is delicious. Italy on the other hand is known for its food and there's no wonder!! Yum! Yum! Yum!!<br />
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What's not to love about a country that routinely serves up espresso, homemade pasta, Balsamic vinegar, tiramisu and gelato?!!<br />
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Aloha Hawaii!! </h3>
While one may go to feast her eyes on its tropical beauty, a luau provides its own feast and a Dole Whip on a hot sunny day is quite the refreshing delight!!<br />
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Experiencing the food at any given destination is a part of the cultural experience. In my opinion, this is more true in China than any place I've ever traveled. When you enter a truly authentic local establishment where English is not spoken and you have to rely on photos, smiles, nods and pointing of fingers to get your meal, it only adds to the cultural adventure. We thoroughly enjoyed our meal with another family at a Hot Pot restaurant where plates of meats and vegetables were delivered to our table and we booked them in little pots in front of us.</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">My favorite cultural experience with food in China - enjoying my specially ordered bowl of longevity noodles in honor of my birthday. DELICIOUS!</td></tr>
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Romania</h2>
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And sometimes what you get is definitely not what you pictured when you ordered. I present to you a "vegetarian pizza" and a "potato" in Romania. Sometimes it works out in your favor, and well, sometimes, you're just hungry enough to laugh and eat up!</div>
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Incredible Memories Travelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02375068105777197661noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8792208095952428940.post-38620669831439190542019-02-18T09:00:00.000-05:002019-02-18T09:00:10.977-05:00Meet Colleen!Incredible Memories is growing!! Please help us welcome Colleen to the family!<br />
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Buffalo NY<br />
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I am a single mom and school teacher with two adopted sons from India. Elliott came home and 2014 and Rajan joined our family in 2018. Both boys are six years old and definitely keep me on my toes. We also have a dog named Happy.<br />
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<span style="color: #674ea7;"><i><b>Where have you traveled?</b></i></span><br />
The most unique place I’ve ever traveled has been India. Their culture is unlike anything I have ever seen and it is amazing. I live about 15 minutes away from Niagara Falls so very lucky. I have been to the Bahamas and several islands in the Caribbean. These tropical destinations were made possible due to amazing cruise lines such as the Disney Cruise line, Royal Caribbean and Carnival. Several years ago I took a cruise to Bermuda and not only was that location tropical but the people were so welcoming and accommodating. Growing up our vacation was always to Walt Disney World. We did once or twice venture to Cape Cod.<br />
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<span style="color: #674ea7;"><i><b>What is your favorite vacation destination? </b></i></span><br />
Without a doubt my favorite vacation destination is Walt Disney World. I first experienced it when I was five years old and though it is been through many changes I still see the magic in every little detail.<br />
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<span style="color: #674ea7;"><i><b>Why did you become a travel agent? </b></i></span><br />
I decided to become a travel agent after my most recent trip to Disney World in 2018. Actually, this was something I have thought about for several years I finally felt the need to take the leap. I planned every little detail for my family and loved seeing the joy on their faces. I think showing passion in small detail is important and I want all of my clients to experience that passion when booking a vacation through me.<br />
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Walt Disney World<br />
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<i><b><span style="color: #674ea7;">What is your favorite Walt Disney World Resort? </span></b></i><br />
This is tough for me because I’ve stated so many and have never had a bad experience. I had to choose I would choose the Polynesian Village resort. I have amazing memories growing up and staying there. I think the theming is so immersive. And you really cannot beat that location.<br />
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<span style="color: #674ea7;"><i><b>Favorite Walt Disney World attraction? </b></i></span><br />
Haunted Mansion<br />
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<i><b><span style="color: #674ea7;">Favorite Disney restaurant? </span></b></i><br />
'Ohana for table service... Quick service would be anywhere that could give me a Mickey pretzel. <br />
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Walking into Main Street USA this past November...my son Rajan had only been in the United States for six months. I ran ahead of him so I could catch his first glimpse as he saw the castle for the first time. The look on his face is everything that Disney is all about. The magic came alive right before him. And of course his brother Elliott was also equally amazed though he has seen it once before.<br />
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I love making people happy. I love looking into little details that can make a difference. I’ve seen the way Kristy Durso books a vacation. She was with me from the initial consult until after the trip and even then we kept in touch. She had every detail of the itinerary set up for us so the only thing left for us to do was make memories. I want to be the person who can help families plan once in a lifetime or yearly trips and make memories that will last a lifetime. I also love finding great deals and I can’t wait to share these great deals with my clients. <br />
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Incredible Memories Travelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02375068105777197661noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8792208095952428940.post-40991302300404339642019-02-11T08:00:00.000-05:002019-02-11T08:00:08.633-05:00I love London!<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">As my family plans and anticipates our trip to England this summer, and I've been working on a client trip for the spring, I'm feeling rather nostalgic for England this week. Therefore, I have decided to write about London and reminisce about many of the wonderful things I've seen and done there. And to fully reminisce the true experience that is England, I have a pot of tea in my Royal Albert china to sip on as I type.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">My family loves theater! Its "our thing." We enjoy making an evening or day of it. London's West End is an amazing place to experience theater. We had the privilege of seeing many shows there, including Wicked (dare I confess I saw that one 3 times!), Les Miserables, Lion King, Matilda, Sound of Music, and Top Hat.</span><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">THE LONDON EYE</span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">The London Eye , one of London's (and the world's) most iconic landmarks, is a giant Ferris wheel in London. Its 32 capsules can each carry 25 people who can move around and enjoy a 360 degree view of the city during its approximately 30 minute rotation. On a clear day passengers can see as far away as Windsor Castle - about 25 miles.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"> This view of the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben was taken from our capsule on the London Eye.</span><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">SHAKESPEARE'S GLOBE THEATRE</span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">This reconstruction of Shakespeare's Globe theater can be found along the south bank of the River Thames. Guests can learn more about Shakespeare and Elizabethan theatre during one of the tours and can also experience live productions.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Just as in Elizabethan times, seating is limited and audiences stand for the performances.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">This spectacular c<span style="background-color: white; color: #1c1e21; font-size: 14px;">ostume for Queen Elizabeth is just one of many on display. 1400 pearls are hand sewn onto it. It took 90 minutes to put on the actor</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">In addition to the awesome photo op, the Tower of London is truly a fascinating history lesson with much to learn and see!</span><br />
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When I decided to start my own company, I brought two people with me. Both these ladies are former military wives, and both area also adoptive mamas like me. I brought both of them into the travel industry. Melissa lived in Europe when her husband was active duty, and they traveled everywhere. She LOVES to plan anything European. Becca is fellow Disney lover, and has been planning her friends’ vacations for years. What made these women special enough to bring into my business? Compassion. They both love travel, but even more, they care about the people they’re planning for. They know that it may be a person’s once in a lifetime trip, so they want to make sure every detail is correct. They know how hard it is for a family with special needs to travel, so they want to make sure there are as few bumps as possible. They both love serving others, and have such amazing integrity in all they do. They were exactly the people I wanted standing by my side when I opened my new business. Amazingly, my little company is already growing! In the coming weeks, each of them will be introducing themselves here, so be sure come back!<br />
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I am really, truly thankful to both my previous companies. For Kingdom Konsulants. Pam VanSyckle gave me a chance in the travel industry. I had no experience. I had just experienced the trip of a lifetime at Disney World. Disney made magic happen by surprising my kids onstage at the Indiana Jones show with my husband, who returned a month early from a year long deployment. Everywhere we went that trip, people knew who we were, and we were treated like royalty. They made the trip so special for us, that when we returned home, I told my husband that I wanted to be a part of a company that did that, and I wanted to help other families experience what we had experienced. Pam listened to my story, saw that I had dedicated myself to learning everything I could about Disney World, and took me in under her wing, and taught me how to plan amazing trips for others. I fell in love with planning travel.<br />
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Soon, though, it became clear to me that I wanted more. I didn’t want to just focus on Disney. I wanted to be able to reach the special needs community. A world that I was part of that not many people understand. Planning a vacation can be complicated. Planning a vacation with children can be overwhelming. Planning a vacation for people with special needs takes everything to a whole other level. Disney, of course, is amazing with special needs and allergies. It’s one of the reasons I love Disney so much! But I began to realize that there had to be other companies out there that could also makeaccommodations. My eyes were opened to a whole new world.<br />
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When I decided it was time to move on in my Journey, Stacie at Dreams Come True Travel, LLC offered to bring me on and teach me how to eventually run own my own company. With Stacie's full blessing, I brought Melissa on with me, and we launched our blog here, knowing that one day, we would open Incredible Memories Travel. With Stacie's confidence in me, I learned the ins and outs of building relationships with great vendors, how to train up a team to have outstanding customer service, and the importance of standing up for my agents. Less than two years later, here I am. Moving forward with my own company, and my own team. <br />
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Over the last year, I’ve had more and more limits put on my by my health. I used to run half marathons. Now, I have trouble making it down the hallway. I can't really go anywhere alone. I can’t last the day at a theme park (and we only live an hour away from Disney). It’s been hard, and a bit scary. <br />
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I love talking to a client for the first time, and hearing their hesitation as they wonder if what they want is even possible.<br />
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I love when I get a text in the middle of the night from a panicked client, because they trust that I will do what I can to fix what’s wrong, no matter the time. <br />
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I love when my clients simply say, “I trust you.” They know that I am dialed in to their needs, and I have listened to what they want. <br />
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I love when I get calls from the same clients the next year, asking if I can help them again. <br />
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Most of all, I love when a client with special needs calls me, and tells me that they heard I was the right person to help them plan their trip, because I have special needs, too. <br />
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At Incredible Memories, I am building a team of compassionate, knowledgable agents who are just as focused as I am on making sure you get the trip you want. I am so excited to see where this journey will take us, and I hope you will let us take you on a journey of your own, so you can build your own Incredible Memories.<br />
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From Hogwarts at Warner Brothers Studios, London</div>
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From a French Christmas Market - Lille, France </div>
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<br />Incredible Memories Travelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02375068105777197661noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8792208095952428940.post-20692182482537407652018-12-10T16:28:00.001-05:002018-12-10T16:28:49.506-05:00Over the River and Through the Woodsto Grandmother's house we go! Or perhaps its your daughter's? Your son's? Your sister's? Anyway you get the point.<br />
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There is nothing like the holidays to entice us to make a road trip to be with the ones we love. As a military family, we are seasoned road trippers. Whether its moving from one state to another, a complete cross country move, or a grand adventure exploring Europe, we know how to put some miles on our car and to not only survive the time, but how to pass it pleasantly.<br />
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And #1 in our bag is of tricks is audiobooks! Whether we download them from the library on to our Hoopla and Overdrive accounts, or use our good old CDs, audiobooks are a crucial part of surviving these long journeys.<br />
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My all time favorite goes back to the days of audiocassettes - we wore out 2 sets before we finally retired this series. I'm excited to see it is back on Amazon on audio CD's. Its a classic. We still quote lines from this series. "To hear is obey" is still music to this mama's ears!<br />
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<a href="https://www.amazon.com/Complete-Chronicles-Narnia-Full-Cast-Dramatisations/dp/1471350363/ref=sr_1_8?ie=UTF8&qid=1543885818&sr=8-8&keywords=Chronicles+of+narnia+bbc">BBC's Chronicles of Narnia</a> is a full cast radio dramatization of the Chronicles of Narnia series by C.S. Lewis and was loved by adults and children alike in our family.<br />
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Our current favorite is <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Cabin-Pressure-Z-Airline-Sitcom/dp/1910281999/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1543885990&sr=8-1&keywords=cabin+pressure+complete+series">Cabin Pressure</a> another BBC production, starring Benedict Cumberpatch. We laugh out loud, and often text our favorite lines to our adult children as we drive along. We're on month 11 of the "yellow car" game introduced in one episode. This series is quickly becoming a tradition for all trips to see our adult children.<br />
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Not Disney's version of <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Peter-Pan/dp/B000IJ7I80/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1543886250&sr=8-2&keywords=peter+pan+audiobook">Peter Pan</a>, our family really enjoyed this unabridged version of the original story. Peter Pan really was a naughty boy and this book has some great moral lessons.<br />
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Incredible memories and bonding time are definitely possible on a long road trip, especially when your family shares in some wonderful stories along the day.<br />
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<br />Incredible Memories Travelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02375068105777197661noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8792208095952428940.post-72443175488549714692018-12-03T16:24:00.000-05:002018-12-03T16:24:01.784-05:00Happy December!Wow, a month has gone by with no blog updates! How did that happen? No, we have not fallen off the face of the earth, nor have we gone out of business! Just the contrary, we've been working on exciting new developments, educating ourselves to better serve our clients and have been busy planning some awesome last minute Christmas trips as well as spectacular trips for clients in 2019! <br />
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The holidays are upon us and unless you're from a warm climate, its the time of year when our thoughts turn to dreams of a White Christmas and our prayers often reflect our fervent wishes to "let it snow! let it snow! let it snow!" <br />
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While its a beautiful day here today - a very unseasonable sunny and 70 degrees - its not exactly what motivates me to start up my Christmas baking. And since I NEED to start my Christmas baking, and this blog NEEDS a post, today I bring you SNOW! <br />
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I have a little confession to make. I am a travel agent who <strike>has </strike> had never been on a cruise. With all of our moving and living in Europe for so many years, it just wasn't a logical choice for us...until recently. So when I had the opportunity to go on a cruise AND learn more about Autism on the Seas, I knew the time was right- especially since it fell during my husband's Fall Break and I could take him along!! Win-Win-Win situation!!</div>
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Our cruise was a 3 night cruise to the Bahamas on Royal Caribbean's newly renovated Mariner on the Seas. Marketing itself as the "boredom busting getaway for the whole crew" with the tagline "Weekend Like You Mean It," on the Royal Caribbean website, the Mariner is full of activities, cuisine options, and entertainment to cram a whole lot of fun into a quick getaway. RCL is not exaggerating. The energy and activity on this ship was never-ending and they did deliver on their promises.</div>
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As much as I loved the food, the activity, the relaxation and the time away with my husband, the highlight of the weekend for me was experiencing and being part of the Autism on the Seas family on board. Autism on the Seas (AotS) is an international organization that began working with Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines in 2007 (and has since expanded to other cruise lines) to help adults and families with children with disabilities accommodate regular cruise services and enjoy a family vacation. Autism on the Seas offers select staffed cruises throughout the year. The AotS staff on board are volunteers who have degrees relating to special education, child development, or behavior therapy. An added bonus of their services, is that they extend to family and friends of these families so grandparents, extended family and friends travelling with a special needs family can also take part in their services.<br />
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Autism on the Seas Staff on duty can always be identified by their orange t-shirts. This team of ladies were amazing! I was so touched by the love they had for these children and their families, as well as how adept they were at making sure everyone's needs were met and any difficulties overcome. We met them at the entrance to the ship and were escorted in to avoid lines and crowds. (The same service was provided on our final day as well with early disembarkation and staff assistance to avoid the crowds and chaos of mass disembarkation.)<br />
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We were given a schedule and after finding our room and settling in a bit, we reported to our own conference room where we had introductions, each staff member met with the families to learn more about their children and how they could best be served, and we had our own private muster drill away from the crowds.</div>
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We had our own special seating area in the dining room. The wait staff was super attentive and special orders were awaiting the children to expedite getting them fed. The staff attended to antsy children so parents could enjoy their meals as well.<br />
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As I mentioned above, the Mariner on the Seas is full of activities! The AotS staff arranged private sessions at the various venues so the children, the families, and the extended friends and families could participate in all the offerings of the cruise ship but without the added burden of waiting in line or navigating a crowd.</div>
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I was super impressed with the Royal Caribbean staff as well. They took the time to offer extra lessons and doses of patience to be sure everyone had a great time, including one who gave up her personal time to come and offer one little friend a second chance at the rock climbing wall when she was too tired and overwhelmed to participate during our regularly scheduled time.</div>
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The AotS staff was also on hand for some assistance during our beach excursion. Parents had added assurance and assistance with extra hands and eyes so everyone could enjoy the water - or stay on the beach as they wished.</div>
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And respite care was provided daily as well. The AotS staff lovingly played with the children while parents and family members enjoyed time focusing on each other and being refreshed.</div>
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On our final evening, the staff presented each child with a reward and we each got a special memento to take home. I have my ladies in orange on my fridge and they make me smile every day.</div>
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This post is written with much gratitude and appreciation to the ladies in orange who took us in, answered my MANY questions, and let us be part of their family after our own little friend's family had to cancel, and to the families in our group who graciously welcomed us in and allowed me to post photos of them. </div>
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<br />Incredible Memories Travelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02375068105777197661noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8792208095952428940.post-1025295818316744882018-10-22T21:05:00.000-04:002018-10-22T21:05:04.945-04:00National Gallery: Part 2 of ?-Series
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Mall, wherein we’re going to talk about the National Gallery of Art. The Mall,
you may remember, is a large section of land in downtown Washington, D.C.,
given over to several memorials and to the many buildings and organizations
that collectively make up the Smithsonian Institute. As far as getting to the
Mall, I covered parking, ground and underground transportation in the city in a
previous post. For today’s purposes, suffice it to say your best option is to
arrive by helicopter, provided the pilot can avoid incoming anti-aircraft fire
from the White House.</span></div>
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next to each other, in the Northeast portion of the Mall, on the East and West
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descriptively, the East Building and the West Building. This naming convention
is itself a noteworthy achievement in that it is both perfectly accurate and
completely unhelpful. Designating them by cardinal direction certainly makes it
easy to locate them on a map, but it could also lead one to assume the two
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talent and skill to produce, such as paintings, sculptures, artifacts from distance
cultures, etc., which by their mere existence enrich the world and make it a
more vibrant and colorful place. The East Building houses what is known as “modern
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Block Head</i> by Edward Kienholz. It is a cement block which has been made to
resemble an old television set by gluing four knobs and a few bits of wood to
it. Though I’m not sure why, the faux control panel also appears to have been
smeared with tomatillo salsa. Take a moment to appreciate whatever it is the
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">This is <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: black; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; mso-themecolor: text1; padding: 0in;">Woman with a Parasol - Madame Monet and Her</span></i><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: black; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; mso-themecolor: text1; padding: 0in;"> <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Son</i></span><span style="color: black; mso-themecolor: text1;"> by Claude
Monet. Take just a few moments and look at it, really immerse yourself in the crisp
air that’s blowing her skirts and moving the clouds behind her. You almost want
to shield your eyes from the sun her parasol is blocking. Notice how her facial
features are evident yet vague enough to force you to imagine your own
specificity. Why is her face more distinct than her son’s?</span></span></div>
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have a certain entertaining quality. I once spent a very amusing 15 minutes in
the modern wing of the Baltimore Museum of Art. There was a high school class
trip that day and most of the students were looking at a special Impressionist exhibit.
There was, however, one amorous couple that took advantage of their classmates’
distraction and made their way to the modern art wing for a little privacy. This
was a viable option as there was no one in the modern art wing.</span></div>
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of the museum at this point and so wandered over to see whether the modern wing
could offer a chuckle or two. And yes – yes, it could. As I turned a corner, I
caught a glimpse of the two lovebirds as they leapt apart from one another in
that trying-to-act-casual-but-totally-failing style often seen on sitcoms. I
pretended not to notice them and they soon walked off into a different room. By
the purest coincidence, this happened to be the same room I walked into precisely
three minutes later. They jumped apart from each other all over again, looking
even less suave this time. I, of course, still gave no hint of having noticed
them. I didn’t want to be rude, after all. They eventually moved into yet
another room of the wing, which again (what are the odds?) happened to be the
same room I wandered into in another three minutes. Yet again they jumped
awkwardly apart. Apparently, they’d had their fill of modern art at this point since
they promptly left the wing all together. </span></div>
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reasons that should be abundantly clear by now. There are two floors which
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paintings, sculptures, a café and gift shop, along with a lecture hall. The
second floor, which the museum calls the Main Floor, has European paintings and
sculptures, American art and rotating temporary exhibits. All well and good but
the bottom line is the second floor has the <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">really</i>
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have been in such a bad mood the day da Vinci painted her, but the portrait is truly
amazing to see. Not for its size – it’s actually pretty small, less than two
feet high. No, it’s amazing because 1) in person it is absolutely beautiful
(photos do not do it justice), 2) it’s painted not on canvas, but on <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">wood</i>, and 3) there’s an image on both
sides of the plank, so it’s mounted in a floating half wall the middle of the
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any given time. If Ginevra doesn’t float your boat, you’re not into naked
sculptures, and impressionist work just looks out of focus to you, there will still
be something there to appreciate. You could possibly spend an entire day, open
to close, in the West Building and not see every exhibit. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">A quick word to those for whom wandering through a sterile,
perpetually quiet museum isn’t your cup of tea, fear not! There is yet another
marvelous use for the National Gallery, which I can attest to from first-hand
experience: it is a killer location for scavenger hunts!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">With the aid of the blogette, I’ve planned two large,
multi-museum, puzzle-driven scavenger hunts on the Mall, both of which were pretty
big hits. We incorporated the Gallery into the second Hunt, which was a popular
addition with the hunters. A friendly word of advice, though, if you decide
this is something you might want to try: DO NOT assume your hunters are
familiar with museum etiquette! A few of ours were not and one unfortunate
young lady found out precisely what happens when you look like you are about
two seconds from physically touching a priceless work of art.</span></div>
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while.</span></div>
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The American Taxidermy Hall of Fame!</span></div>
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exception of the map of the Mall, which I blatantly ripped of Google Images,
all pictures are either my own or are publicly available through the National
Gallery of Art. If you believe otherwise, please notify the blogette
immediately. She will pass the information along to me so we can enjoy a hearty
laugh because you are wrong.</span></i></div>
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Incredible Memories Travelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02375068105777197661noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8792208095952428940.post-8806435359495471862018-10-15T08:00:00.000-04:002018-10-15T08:00:00.610-04:00My "Staycation" is Your VacationI live in Virginia where they say Virginia is for Lovers. I'm sure there are wonderful places for Lovers to vacation, but today I'm going to focus on some of the wonderful offerings for families in my "neck of the woods"!<br />
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We have beach fun, amusement parks, history, arts, and great food just to name a few!<br />
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Neptune welcomes all visitors to <span style="color: blue;">Virginia Beach</span> - a beautiful beach that can be enjoyed in the winter<br />
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<span style="color: blue;">Colonial Williamsburg</span> is the world's largest history museum. Plenty of hands on activities and guided tours and special events take your family back in time to experience life in the 18th century and learn about American and Virginia history.</div>
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My family is a big fan of the arts - fine arts and performing arts. One probably doesn't often think of Norfolk, VA as a tourist destination but we love it and it has many great things to see and do. Very close to Virginia Beach it has some great rainy day or just break from the beach day activities.</div>
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The C<span style="color: blue;">hrysler Museum</span> offers a very broad collection of artwork and is sure to please anyone who appreciates art. And admission is FREE! Closed on Mondays and select holidays.</div>
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Also in Norfolk is Chrysler Hall which offers its Broadway in Norfolk performances. This production of Les Miserable surpassed the one I saw in London. </div>
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My area offers so many great activities for tourists and locals alike. These just scratch the surface. As I tackle my "bucket list" I may revisit this topic again on this blog! </div>
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And if these don't entice you to come see my neck of the woods, let me plan your vacation here and I'll even share with you where to find this plate of pure yumminess! </div>
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<br />Incredible Memories Travelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02375068105777197661noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8792208095952428940.post-243899559228230222018-10-01T08:00:00.000-04:002018-10-01T08:00:02.333-04:00 A little Sandals Resorts TLC<br />
<span style="color: black; font-size: 12.0pt;">On a recent trip to Jamaica we
flew into Kingston late at night. To be honest, it was the very last plane in for the night! The
Sandals Resorts Agent met us outside customs/immigration with a warm Jamaican smile and
walked with us to Club Kingston. She had her work cut out for her because we
had airline issues and were not even supposed to be at the Kingston Airport at all. </span><br />
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<span style="color: black; font-size: 12.0pt;">This agent fixed everything!</span><br />
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<span style="color: black; font-size: 12.0pt;"> Due to the late hour, Club Kingston was closed for the night and there was
no food available to us. Our Sandals agent made sure we had water while we waited and gave
us a bottle for the road. </span><br />
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<span style="color: black; font-size: 12.0pt;">Most travelers go through Montego Bay to get to Jamaican resorts so let me share a few observations about the Kingston Airport for those who are unfamiliar with it. The airport is very clean and simple
to navigate. Just as Montego Bay airport has Club Mobay, Kingston has Club Kingston, a VIP lounge for arrival and departure where you receive VIP service, fast track through customs and immigration and complementary food and drinks among other things. Please note, if you are traveling
with children, there is no kids club in Club Kingston.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: 12pt;">Our transfer to Sandals </span>Ochi<span style="font-size: 12pt;"> was about
an hour and a half. Even with traffic and a fair amount of road construction, we were able to move along at a consistent pace and arrived at our destination comfortably and safely and were ready to let the fun times begin!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: 12pt;">A classic Sandals Lounge can be found at Montego Bay airport in Jamaica.</span><br />
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<br />Incredible Memories Travelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02375068105777197661noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8792208095952428940.post-43979030205033674272018-09-25T19:15:00.000-04:002018-09-25T19:15:31.340-04:00ChicagoChicago!<br />
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Another one of my favorite adventures has been Chicago. So full of life and culture. I must admit I am a bit of an architecture geek. Not kidding, I dare to admit I actually have a Frank Loyd Wright Coloring Book, and I may or may not actually have colored it in with the precise Pantone shades, LOL. Speaking of being an architecture geek, the hotel I stayed at was Embassy Suites in Rosemont just a block or so from the Airport, it is with in walking distance from the subway station. This hotel is an homage to Frank Loyd Wright. The hotel has windows, carpeting and many other details that all reflect the images of FLR inspiration. The crown moldings and traditional recessed wainscoting treatments on the walls and it has a very craftsman type feel. The hotel did not disappoint. I can say the Hilton brands in general never disappoint me and always go above and beyond my service and quality expectations. The complimentary breakfast was hot, fresh and made to order.<br />
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The first thing I did after getting settled into my room was to grab a bite to eat for lunch at Basil's (the hotel's restaurant and bar) I had a refreshing summer salad and a tall glass of unsweet tea (why yes, yes I am a northerner lol). I went back to my room and enjoyed a nap. It sounds like a waste of time but that bed was so fluffy and soft! As a mom to three kids, I take advantage of nap time when I can. After my nap I was able to explore a bit and found out from the friendly front desk staff that there was a free concert and fireworks show in the park across from the hotel later that evening. I spent the rest of my afternoon exploring the Rosemont area and found there was a large outlet mall and a King's concept bowling alley/gaming center with food and drinks. I also discovered an I-fly indoor skydiving center nearby.<br />
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The next day was an all day conference and they brought in Giordano's deep dish Chicago style pizza for lunch! Giordano's is something one must experience while in Chicago, I am more of a Brooklyn style pizza lover but Giordano's was really good. Once the conference was finished, I decided to jump on the subway and take the blue line to downtown. Once downtown,I walked around a bit to see what I could see. Then I ran across a BIG BUS tour. In just about every major city in the U.S and abroad you can find Big Bus. They allow you to hop on and hop off as much as you like throughout your day and you pay a flat rate or a multi day rate. There are also several different tours you can choose from. It's an inexpensive mode of transport too. I am just going to let my photos speak for themselves. I had a terrific time.<br />
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So much to do and so much to see in this amazing city. Since I was actually here for a business convention, I only had one day to see and do it all. I took in as much as possible, the bus tour helped me to see a lot of the city and get some great photos. I kept hearing about this great place I just had to try called Eataly. Eataly is an authentic Italian dining and shopping experience. When you walk in the door downstairs you are surrounded by all sorts of Italian wines, spices, and pastas for purchase, just off to your right there are several different dessert counters, offering Gelato, and countless hand made desserts ordered ala carte and customized to your liking. I tried the salted caramel chocolate gelato with chili. It was a party on my lips! Afterwards, I headed upstairs for appetizers and the main course: Yes, I ate dessert first! Upstairs there were many different food counters to choose from: a caprese bar, a micro brewery, wine and antipasti specialties, and of course fresh from scratch pizza and pastas. I sampled several of the charcuteries and then had the house made goat cheese Agnolotti with a Granita. I finished off my Eataly experience with a nice limoncello.<br />
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The nice thing about Chicago is that it is a very walkable city, I took the L train from the airport to the down town red line and was able to safely walk and explore everywhere I wanted to go. I left Eatly, and headed a few blocks away to the Navy Pier. The Navy is an iconic Chicago landmark housing a plethora of local city vendors, arts and cultural acts. The city holds many different cultural, artistic and community events. The day arrived they were actually hosting a community foam party in the front of the venue and everyone was invited to participate but I refrained. The pier was bustling with people, there were all sorts of shops and what I like to consider carnival or fair type food vendors. The Navy pier has a giant Ferris wheel and snack vendors of all types and in the summer on Saturday nights they offer a complimentary fireworks show that would put most 4th of July shows to shame.The fire works were spectacular, I sat on the steps of the venue with many other viewers taking in every moment!<br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">In August, Kristy and I spent 2 glorious days on the beach with over 450 surfers and their families at the Surfers Healing Camp in Virginia Beach. We were there sharing what travel services we can provide for those families who have special needs to consider when making their travel plans.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">For 21 years Surfers Healing, an organization whose <span style="background-color: #f9f9f9; color: #333333; font-size: 14px;">mission is "to enrich the lives of people living with autism by exposing them to the unique experience of surfing" has been hosting camps where surfers from all over the world, help children on the spectrum experience surfing. This year marked the 14th year the camp has been held at Virginia Beach. </span></span><span style="background-color: #f9f9f9; color: #333333; font-family: "Open Sans", "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"> The event is so popular that families register in order to participate in a lottery to win slots for their children to surf.</span><br />
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We fortunately had our tent next to the speakers tent and the massage tent where the surfers and event organizers congregated. We met surfers from all over the world, including Hawaii and Australia who traveled to surf with these children.</div>
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Event organizers thought of everything - including tents to shade surfers as they awaited their turns.<br />
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Families watching their surfers</div>
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One happy surfer!</div>
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We met families from faraway states who traveled for this event. We are happy to help with any travel plans you may have to participate in my local event or any other events across the country. With the exception of the Hawaii 2018 camps, which are TBA, registration for all 2018 camps is closed. 2019 is just around the corner though!</div>
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If you would like more information about Surfers Healing Virginia Beach click <a href="http://surfershealingvb.org/">here</a>.</div>
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For information on Surfers Healing Camps nationally click <a href="https://www.surfershealing.org/">here</a>.</div>
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