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Why do We Travel?!
We travel to explore, getaway, relax, connect, rejuvenate…. There are so many wonderful reasons to pack your bags and visit new places. For some it is a joy seldom felt by other things and for others such as our family, it is almost a calling or a need. The thrill of seeking new shores or being immersed by different cultures is exciting and educational to say the least. It’s a feeling of freedom that envelops like a warm blanket when discovering someplace new. Flights of fancy fill the belly like butterflies when stepping foot on new grounds. The sun seems to shine a bit brighter, the ocean sparkles a new…
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Beautiful Belize
Belize is a nation on the eastern coast of Central America, with Caribbean Sea shorelines to the east and dense jungle to the west. Offshore, the massive Belize Barrier Reef, dotted with hundreds of low-lying islands called cayes, hosts rich marine life. Belize’s jungle areas are home to Mayan ruins like Caracol, renowned for its towering pyramid; lagoon-side Lamanai; and Altun Ha, just outside Belize City. Belize is known for its pristine jungles and rainforests. These moist, forested regions serve as the home of jaguars, tapirs, crocodiles, ocelots, more than 500 species of birds, and thousands of flowers Belize is also famous for it’s amazing waters and snorkeling. The premiere destinations…
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Cocoa Beach, Florida
Who’s up for a little Cocoa Today?!? Cocoa Beach is a little gem of a coast town on the Space Coast of Florida, that is a great alternative to busy Orlando and bustling Miami. it provides great scenic beaches and food options where you can grab amazing fried fish or seafood meals! Cocoa Beach has so much to offer every member of the family. Cocoa Beach is a Florida city south of Cape Canaveral Air Force Station. It’s a gateway to the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, which has rockets and iconic artifacts. The city is known for its beach and surf breaks. Inside a surf shop, the Florida Surf…
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Celebrating 50 Magical Years at Walt Disney World!!!
Lake Buena Vista, Florida. Milestones like turning 50 are amazing markers of resilience, growth and an abundance of memories. And no one quite does celebrating in extravagance like Disney!! Since opening it’s doors in the early 1970’s Disney World has stood the test of time, expanded it’s offerings and continued to shock and amaze all who venture through the magical markers stating it’s the “The most magical place on earth”. Ace at Hollywood Studios!! While many doubted the scuccess of Disney world back in the 50’s and 60’s when Walt Disney was trying to buy up land for an amazing world of wonder in the middle of swampland and not…
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Get swept away with the Splendor of the Sea!
A few health benefits of being near large bodies of water… Research has increasingly highlighted the therapeutic benefits of being near the Ocean or large bodies of water. Some of the strong points include: -Relaxing sounds of the waves provide a subconsious comforting effect. -Studies show that people who live near a coast of any sort, tend to get outdoors and excercise more. -It has been said that breathing sea air helps you sleep better! -Salt water is nature’s skin care. -Being near large bodies of water makes people happier according to Science Direct Journal. So if you are looking to decrease your stress, improve the look of your skin,…
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Congratulations and Happy 9th Birthday Kingston!!! National Park Trust’s newest and youngest Youth Brand Ambassador!
Check out his bio below and view his first published article about Two Step Beach in Hawai’i, on the National Park Trust Site Below! Kingston on Two Step Beach, Hawai’i Kingston Loftus COLORADO/ HAWAI’I Greetings and a big huge Aloha! I’m Kingston and I am 8 years old and in the 3rd Grade. I was born in Kona, Hawai’i, and call the Big Island of Hawai’i and Colorado home. I am joining my brother Ace as a Student Ambassador this year for the National Park Trust and I am so excited. I love to travel, play sports, and find outdoor adventures! We will be popping up all around with our…
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The Beauty of Barbados!
Barbados is an eastern Caribbean island. Bridgetown, the capital, is a cruise-ship port.Around the island are beaches, botanical gardens, the Harrison’s Cave formation, and 17th-century plantation houses like St. Nicholas Abbey. Barbados is an island country in the Lesser Antilles of the West Indies, in the Carribean region of the Americas, and the most easterly of the Caribbean Islands. Its capital and largest city is Bridgetown. The beautiful beaches, cultural vibrancy and delicious food captivates (especially the fish specialty) The national food of Barbados is Cou Cou and Fried Flying Fish. What is flying fish Barbados? Flying fish, which are common to most tropical seas, are found in the warm…
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Magical and Mystical Volcanoes National Park
Volcanoes National Park, Hawai’i Ever had the feeling, that you have been transported to another world? I have a few times, and one of the most memorable places for me is visiting Volcanoes National Park. We have been many times, and every time seems to offer a brand new and invigorating experience. Every family member from grandparents to children learns and connects with the beautiful unique ambiance from the lava tubes, huge crater viewing and mesmerizing lava spills into the ocean. We have set up tents and camped at times, and visited the expansive visitor centers for detailed movies and facts about the lure, legends, and creation of the park.…
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Chocolate Banana Pops
Inspired by Frozen Banana popsicles at Disney World Magic Kingdom at Disney World Lake Buena Vista, Florida Looking for a great way to cool off and satiate your sweet tooth? Look no further than this addictive snack that is a big departure from your normal go to’s. Prepare these frozen banana treats and be a hero in your neighborhood or party sphere. We were first introduced to this delightful treat while wondering around the Magic Kingdom at Disney World in Florida. They apply a bit more chocolate (which I am still trying to perfect their recipe). But here is our Loft Kitchen take on it! All you need is: 2…
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Weekend Exploration in your own backyard!
So often we hear people saying that “Until guests come to town, they never experience or take advantage of their own city in which they live. It is so easy to give into routine and shuffle from school/work/kids sports or regular trips to the store and hobbies, that we often neglect the benefits and events in our own radius. Always dreaming or planning to venture off somewhere that we are not can sometimes lead to not seeing and appreciating the beauty of where we are now. I have spoken to several people who live in New York, who have never been to the Statue of Liberty, The top of the…
Holiday Rising
