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link to Exploring Portugal’s Charming Towns: Beyond Lisbon and Porto

Exploring Portugal’s Charming Towns: Beyond Lisbon and Porto

In the quiet corners of Portugal's small towns, history whispers through cobblestone streets, weaving tales that linger in the heart long after the journey's end.

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Austria: Your Personal Guide to Memorable Bliss

Discover the captivating allure of Austria, a land where cultural richness, scenic wonders, and venturesome adventures converge to create your own journal of memorable bliss.

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link to A Journey through Dutch Royalty – The House of Orange-Nassau

A Journey through Dutch Royalty – The House of Orange-Nassau

Commence on a regal journey through Dutch Royalty's House of Orange-Nassau, unveiling lesser-known figures, vibrant traditions, and a commitment to public service that paints a dynamic portrait of...

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link to Spain’s Abandoned Places: a Journey Through Time and Mystery

Spain’s Abandoned Places: a Journey Through Time and Mystery

Delve into Spain's hidden tales as we unravel abandoned mysteries, traverse ghostly echoes, and uncover the haunting beauty intricately woven into the fabric of its landscapes and histories.

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link to Literary London: Navigating Pages of a City’s Rich History

Literary London: Navigating Pages of a City’s Rich History

London, a city steeped in history, is not just a bustling metropolis; it's a living, breathing library of literary wonders.

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How Italy Charmed Me with it’s Towns & Landscape

Come on a captivating journey through Italy's hidden gems, where the charm of ancient trulli, the allure of cliffside villages, and the surreal beauty of secret gardens unveil a kaleidoscope of...

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About Me

Hi, my name is Carol Starkey. Yes and a Grandma with a husband of 40 years, 3 incredible kids, their special partners AND 5 amazing grandkids! Years of travel with business and pleasure, I am writing blogs for you, to assist you, both in preparation of your journey and fears that we share as a wiser generation. Giving you suggestions, tips, encouragement and motivation. Yes, we need to take our age into consideration, but we are still young at heart and now it is time to spread our wings going forward. Our actions must be parallel to our dreams!

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