Today we remember those lost in the 9/11 attacks 20 years ago. Not many events can change the entire course of a country in a few hours. 9/11 did that among other things. That Day Every American who was at adult on 9/11/2001 remembers where they were when they heard about the … [Read more...] about Remembering 9/11
Carnival Vista: Embarkation
It's embarkation day for the Carnival Vista and I was up at 5:30 raring to go. Well after a couple of cups of in-room coffee. :-) Embarkation Morning and Transfer I went to breakfast as soon as it opened at 7 am as I wanted to be on the 8 am shuttle back to the … [Read more...] about Carnival Vista: Embarkation
Carnival Vista: Travel Day
As travel days go the one to the Carnival Vista cruise was pretty short and easy. San Diego Airport and Flight My flight was at 8 am but we wanted to get there a bit earlier than I would normally to avoid Friday morning traffic so got there at 6 am. I needed to check a bag … [Read more...] about Carnival Vista: Travel Day
Carnival Vista: A “Real” Vacation
I’ve been itching for a “real” vacation since retiring in May. Carnival has been offering great deals on the ships they’ve restarted sailing and some are still the same price when pricing for solos. I checked with my husband who said go and I booked a seven night cruise on … [Read more...] about Carnival Vista: A “Real” Vacation
Preparation for 34 Days Around the USA
Taking a 34 day road trip successfully requires preparation that started long before we left. Fortunately, I love to plan travel and spent a great deal of time researching, scheduling and arranging so we could go. Research Most of my research was spent deciding which 55 plus … [Read more...] about Preparation for 34 Days Around the USA