Mary-Goes-Round the World
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Episode 67 – Old San Juan Puerto Rico Travel Guide: 500 Years of Incredible History in One Sunrise Walk
Old San Juan Puerto Rico travel guide stories often focus on bright colors and postcard views. However, Old San Juan offers far more than pretty streets. It holds 500 years of battles, legends, and identity. As I walked through the city at sunrise, I finally understood why Puerto Rico feels unlike anywhere else. The light…
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Episode 66 – Cordoba Spain Travel Guide: Mezquita, Alcazar & UNESCO Wonders
The Cordoba Spain Travel Guide begins with a building unlike anything else in Europe. Córdoba is a city where worlds collide, and the Mezquita‑Catedral stands at the center of that collision. It is a mosque with a cathedral inside it, a structure shaped by two civilizations that left their marks without erasing the other. Because…
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Episode 65 – Innsbruck Austria Travel Guide: Inspiring Mountains, Surprising Old Town & Living Olympic History
The Innsbruck Austria Travel Guide begins in the valley, where the city looks peaceful from below. Yet once you rise into the mountains, everything changes. Innsbruck blends medieval charm, imperial history, and Olympic legacy, and the mix creates a city that surprises you at every turn. Innsbruck Austria Travel Guide: Nordkette Cable Railway The journey…
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Episode 64 – Drake Shake Antarctica Crossing: Surviving the Journey Home from the Seventh Continent
The Drake Shake Antarctica Crossing begins the moment we leave the calm seas behind. Although the trip to Antarctica and the time in the 7th Continent gave us gentle days and perfect weather, the return journey quickly proves different. The captain warns us early, and the mood shifts as we prepare for a crossing that…
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Episode 63 – Antarctica Zodiac Cruise Wildlife Encounters Captivate: Penguins, Whales & Ice
Following up on Part 1 of this special 3-part series, we are now in Antarctic waters. The Antarctica Zodiac Cruise Wildlife Encounters in this episode reveal how quickly an idea becomes the place beneath your feet. As we launch into the afternoon, conditions look perfect, and the planned zodiac cruise begins with excitement. These small…
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Episode 62 – Drake Lake Antarctica Crossing: Our Smooth Journey to the Seventh Continent
Drake Lake Antarctica Crossing: A Rare and Gentle Passage South The Drake Lake Antarctica Crossing begins long before the first iceberg appears. Our journey starts in the dark, well before sunrise, as we leave normal life behind. Even with delays, the anticipation grows. Each setback becomes part of the story, and every moment moves us…
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Episode 61 – Oahu Cultural Travel Guide: Local Traditions and Hidden Adventures
Oahu Cultural Travel Guide Oahu is an island that carries layers upon layers of history, culture, and natural wonder. It’s the heartbeat of Hawaii — a place where modern life, ancient traditions, and volcanic landscapes all coexist in a way that feels both grounded and alive. In this Oahu cultural travel guide, I explore the…
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Episode 60- Gubbio Italy Travel Guide: Medieval Wonders and Nerve‑Racking Heights
Gubbio Italy Travel Guide Gubbio is one of those rare Italian towns that feels untouched by time. Perched on the slopes of Mount Ingino in the Umbria region, it’s a place where medieval stone streets, ancient rituals, and sweeping mountain views all blend into a single unforgettable experience. In this Gubbio Italy travel guide, I…
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Episode 59 – Steubenville Nutcracker Village Christmas Market: Magical Moments and Chilly Surprises
Steubenville Nutcracker Village Christmas Market The Steubenville Nutcracker Village Christmas Market brings new life to this Ohio River town, and it offers a festive experience filled with charm, history, and community spirit. Although Steubenville is known for steel mills and murals, the Christmas market now draws visitors from across the country. Because the event transforms…