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A Favorite Photo from Detroit
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A Favorite Photo from Detroit

My favorite photo from our trip to Detroit is this one, taken from the Canadian border. It captures the chill of that snowy day. It showcases the view from the river. And, at this distance, it’s very hard to tell that almost all of those...

January 19, 2012
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On the Road Again – Detroit
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On the Road Again – Detroit

[Photo credit: Mark McElroy. “Alfama Streetcar, Lisbon, Portugal.” 2011] I took the photo above on our first night in Lisbon, strolling in the Alfama district. Just after sunset, the streetlights came up, casting a warm, golden glow on...

January 13, 2012
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Trying Coca-Cola for the First Time (Again)
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Trying Coca-Cola for the First Time (Again)

[Photo Credit: Mark McElroy. “Ginja Face.” Lisbon, 2011.] In the photo above, my youngest nephew (Walter), my partner (Clyde), and my oldest nephew (Parks) are sampling ginja, a sour cherry liquor popular in Lisbon, usually served with a...

January 12, 2012
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The Pastries of Belem (Pasteis de Belem)
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The Pastries of Belem (Pasteis de Belem)

Guidebooks and locals agree: in Lisbon, the Thing You Must Do is have a pastel de nata — a Portuguese egg custard pastry. They’re easy to come by, since every bakery in town cranks them out by the truckload. You’ll seem them in...

January 11, 2012
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Would You Stay in a $20.00 Hotel in India?
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Would You Stay in a $20.00 Hotel in India?

I’m not a budget traveler. I appreciate a good value, but I’m more interested in affordable luxury than bargain-basement deals on basic food and accommodations. Given $100 to spend in an exotic destination, I’d rather have one day...

October 7, 2011
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Copper Creek Inn (Mt. Rainier, WA)
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Copper Creek Inn (Mt. Rainier, WA)

When lunch time came on our drive up to Mt. Rainier, we were at a bit of a loss. Due to AT&T’s limited coverage in the mountains, all our faithful local recommendations apps (Urban Spoon, Trip Advisor) were off-line. What to do...

September 18, 2011
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Theo Chocolate Factory Tour (Seattle, WA)
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Theo Chocolate Factory Tour (Seattle, WA)

What to do with a Friday afternoon in Seattle? Wheedle your way into the Theo Chocolate Factory tour, of course! When we arrived at 2:00 p.m., we were informed by the sweet, sympathetic staff that all slots were taken in today’s walk-in tour...

September 18, 2011
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Final Transmission (Wing-It Productions, Seattle)
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Final Transmission (Wing-It Productions, Seattle)

After dinner at Pizza Pi, we strolled down the street to Wing-It Productions to take in the Friday night showing of “Final Transmission,” a “dark, frightening, and unscripted sci-fi play.” I can’t vouch for dark or...

September 17, 2011
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Pizza Pi (Seattle)
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Pizza Pi (Seattle)

Frankly? I prefer my pizza with a healthy pile of pork toppings. But when eating vegan, sausage and pepperoni (and cheese!) are outta bounds. So we found our way to Pizza Pi, where we ordered the artichoke dip (non-dairy, natch), a veggie pie, and...

September 17, 2011
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Teapot Vegetarian House
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Teapot Vegetarian House

This “meat free zone” in Seattle serves up savory vegan cuisine with an Asian flair. For us, it’s a must-do. Today’s treats included steamed veggie dumplings, corn chowder soup, Rama Garden (tofu and veggies in a buttery...

September 16, 2011
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