10 things to do in Toronto –

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I wanted to write a post about how we can still enjoy Toronto without endangering anyone. There are many things to do in Toronto while social distancing so I put together a shortlist of possible … Read more

First Wonder of Colombia – The Salt Cathedral of Zipaquirá

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The Wonder of Colombia Salt Cathedral of Zipaquirá @DownshiftingPRO 1

How can you explain what a cathedral nesting in one of the largest salt mines in the world looks like? It is large. Huge, in fact. It was originally opened in 1953 and then closed in 1990. Another iteration of the cathedral was opened in 1995 after the extraction of 250 thousand tons of salt rock. This mine is the largest deposit of rock salt in the world and it is spectacular. With an estimated 600,000 visitors a year, The Salt Cathedral of Zipaquirá is considered the first of the Seven Wonders of Colombia.

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Why buy the Coastal Mississippi Attractions Pass – for the savings! #MSCoastLife #SecretCoast

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Coastal Mississippi Attractions Pass

Known as the secret coast, Coastal Mississippi is beautiful. The sunrises and sunsets alone are spectacular! It is all beaches in small towns, with quaint shops and fancy casinos.  You’ll find luxury accommodations alongside family-friendly activities.  Linked for 62 miles along the Gulf of Mexico and overlooking the Mississippi Sound, Coastal MS spans three counties with 12 cities.  Everything you are looking for in a Girl’s Getaway, couples retreat or family vacation. All reason enough to buy a Coastal Mississippi Attractions Pass so you save on planning time and money!

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Coastal Mississippi

Within Hancock, Harrison and Jackson counties, you will find a variety of activities from outdoor adventure, nature walks, a science/space museum and a very impressive art museum focused on one very interesting artist.  Since there are so many choices, you may want to consider buying a Coastal Mississippi Attractions Pass so you can cover the whole region for a fraction of the price.  At $45 you can see eight outstanding attractions and visit every county. 

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Ultimate Guide to the Gulf Shores and Orange Beach, Alabama

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Ultimate Guide to Gulf Shores Alabama
The Ultimate Guide to the Gulf Shores & Orange Beach

UPDATE TO THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO THE GULF SHORES & ORANGE BEACH: I recently returned to Gulf Shores and Orange Beach and wanted to update the activities which were available on your next visit to the area.

Although a well-established family vacation spot, you can also do a lot of fun and challenging things here as a couple or a girl’s getaway. During this visit, we were able to challenge ourselves by ziplining, making fragrant body products as well as created our own jewelry. We also decided to do a bit of shopping which included purchasing bras so we could add them to the collection hanging from the rafters at Flora-Bama. Clearly, you’ll need to read more to see what that is all about!

All new updates will be in BLUE! I know these additions will be helpful in planning your visit to Gulf Shores and Orange Beach Alabama.

 

Ultimate Guide to attractions in Gulf Shores & Orange Beach, Alabama.

When you think of the Gulf of Mexico, you are more likely to think of a stay in Florida, Texas or Mexico but there are hidden gems that are family-friendly and waiting for you to discover.  If you want to go where the sunshine is bright and the seafood is outstanding, there is no better place than the Gulf Shores and Orange Beach in Alabama.  Although the shoreline is only 32 miles long, it is some of the softest sand you have ever walked on. I kid you not, it reminds me of icing sugar (it is that fine). This area is very compact but has much to offer. Here is an ultimate guide to the Gulf Shores & Orange Beach.

Great Intergenerational Activities – Cirque du Soleil – CORTEO Review #Corteo

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They are literally swinging from the rafters… on chandeliers to be exact. There are women on poles suspended in the air (not nailed down to the floor), men jumping on beds, couples spinning in the air and little people performing Romeo & Juliette.  There were also balloons, really, really big balloons.  This is the circus after all.  This is Corteo.

Corteo is one of five arena shows put on by Cirque du Soleil.  Along with their six Big Top Tent shows and eight permanent resident shows in Las Vegas and Mexico.  You will be able to see a Cirque show somewhere in the world and be entertained by artists representing 50 nationalities and speaking 25 different languages.

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