Sprucing Things Up with Spruce Tips

Like the sailors back in the olden days, we must always remain vigilant in our concern for the dreaded disease scurvy, brought on by a lack of vitamin C. Sure, we could just stop in at a grocery store and buy a couple of oranges, but what fun is that?
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Like the sailors back in the olden days, we must always remain vigilant in our concern for the dreaded disease scurvy, brought on by a lack of vitamin C. Sure, we could just stop in at a grocery store and buy a couple of oranges, but what fun is that?
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Solemnly Cycling Along Omaha Beach

There might be no better way to experience Omaha Beach in Normandy than to glide silently along the several miles of this unparalleled piece of history on two wheels….
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There might be no better way to experience Omaha Beach in Normandy than to glide silently along the several miles of this unparalleled piece of history on two wheels….
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What Happens When You See a City Through Its Stories Instead of Its Landmarks

There’s tourism, and then there’s heritage tourism. In basic tourism you tend to travel to see specific locations or do certain activities, but with heritage tourism the story takes center stage as we discover history… CONTINUE READING >>

There’s tourism, and then there’s heritage tourism. In basic tourism you tend to travel to see specific locations or do certain activities, but with heritage tourism the story takes center stage as we discover history… CONTINUE READING >>

Train-ing Day

With the summer travel season fast approaching, once again we would like to sing the praises of riding the rails. Enjoying the scenery passing by our window, without the hassles of airports or worries of the road, makes train travel our favorite way of getting from here to there. CONTINUE READING >> 

With the summer travel season fast approaching, once again we would like to sing the praises of riding the rails. Enjoying the scenery passing by our window, without the hassles of airports or worries of the road, makes train travel our favorite way of getting from here to there. CONTINUE READING >> 

1:24 vs 1:18 vs 1:64 Diecast: Which Scale Is Best for Collectors?

When it comes to diecast cars, scale matters. Whether you’re a casual fan or a serious collector, choosing between 1:24, 1:18, and 1:64 models can impact your experience and display…
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When it comes to diecast cars, scale matters. Whether you’re a casual fan or a serious collector, choosing between 1:24, 1:18, and 1:64 models can impact your experience and display…
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Sir, Yes Sur! Driving the California Coast


The images look unbelievable, but they are real and they are spectacular. This is Big Sur. Waves crashing against the craggy coast, mist drifting up mountains that rise abruptly from the sea, and bridges impossibly clinging to cliffs made for a perfect day trip ending with elephant seals… CONTINUE READING >> 


The images look unbelievable, but they are real and they are spectacular. This is Big Sur. Waves crashing against the craggy coast, mist drifting up mountains that rise abruptly from the sea, and bridges impossibly clinging to cliffs made for a perfect day trip ending with elephant seals… CONTINUE READING >>