Photo taken in Sturbridge, Massachusetts, April 2012
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Serendipity: The Unexpected, Unplanned Moments of Traveling
I love the word serendipity. First I think it’s a fun word to say. More importantly is its meaning. According to the Merriam-Webster Dictionary it means: the faculty or phenomenon of finding valuable or agreeable things not sought for. In other words finding unexpected good things. When that happens while traveling, it just makes the travel experience that much better. It can also offer moments of greater understanding or clarity about another culture or country. In this post I’d like…
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US National Parks: A Look at History
The National Park Service was established in 1916 to take care of the nation’s many parks. While most people only think of the 63 National Parks, the agency cares for other parks as well. The National Parks such as Yellowstone, Grand Canyon, and Glacier focus on nature. These parks preserve the land, plants and animals that provide unique landscapes. On the other hand US National Historical Parks seek to preserve important historical locations throughout the nation. Currently the National Park…
Get Smart: Tour a Scholarly New England University
Travelers enjoy many experiences when they tour the world depending on their interests. Once one visits the major tourist sites, what else is there to do? Foodies will seek out well known restaurants or perhaps look for a cooking class. History buffs may head to the nearest museum, and nature lovers will find the local public garden. But have you ever considered touring the local college or university? These places of higher education often have much to offer that can…
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