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Visitors from Canada and the USA who plan to stay in Spain longer than a short vacation may find our practical tips helpful for handling everyday needs while living here. Phones, Cash, TV, Amazon, Mail, Walmart, Groceries, Meat, Cheese, Butter, Coffee, Relish Need Solution Phones Three approaches. I switched my main Canadian Phone plan to […]
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We enjoyed Spain’s Carnival parade, in Malaga yesterday. It’s a total fanfare of colour and extreme showgirl fashion, that extends down to the 5 year old kids as well as males and also to everyday people watching the parade. After experiencing it, the following AI summary helped me understand its origins. Lots of photos in […]
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We’ve grown to truly appreciate the beauty and intensity of Flamenco dancing during our time in Spain. It’s impossible not to be swept up in the swirl of vibrant dresses, the dramatic lift of a skirt, and the expressive movements of the dancers. Their footwork pounds out a fierce rhythm, punctuated by the sharp click […]
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UPDATE for 2026: We are returning again for three months. Followed by a month in Albania. The Costa del Sol region, with its perpetual sunshine, has captured our hearts, and we’ve made it an integral part of our annual Snowbird retirement journey. Our initial visit in 2022 was sparked by a touch of whimsy, reminiscing […]
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📡 Stay Connected Anywhere—No Cell Service Required If you’ve ever found yourself frustrated by the lack of cell coverage or internet access during an emergency—or while hiking in remote areas—this compact $100 mesh radio could be a game-changer. It lets you send and receive SMS text messages with others up to 100 kilometers away, all […]
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Our stop in Helsinki, Finland as part of a Baltic cruise with Norwegian in 2014. Beyond the striking architecture, what truly caught our attention were the ‘Lapland’ reindeer pelts and traditional delicacies sold in the bustling open-air market, along with a palpable connection to the Viking related heritage that permeated the atmosphere. WikiVoyage has an […]
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Experiencing the vibrant Hindu Chariot Parade in Halifax, Nova Scotia, was truly a delight. In retirement, I find myself embracing spontaneous cultural events and taking the time to explore their deep-rooted traditions. The Ratha Yatra Chariot Parade (Wikipedia), a celebration that dates back over 5,500 years, was a mesmerizing display of devotion and joy. A […]
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One of the most fascinating experiences from our snowbird travels in Turkey was exploring the Underground City of Saratlı Kırkgöz, near Cappadocia. The resemblance to the cave-like homes in The Flintstones is undeniable. Among the 36 known subterranean cities in the region, some extend up to eight stories deep and span as much as eight […]
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My personal story about being lost in the woods at age 7 with my younger brother. I grew up on a “hobby farm” in the Annapolis Valley, Nova Scotia. My dad’s day job was a provincial wildlife biologist, and he loves the farming lifestyle. In the fall of 1964, when I was a boy of […]
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A hot air balloon ride over Cappadocia at sunrise was a must do attraction for me. Its a cool (3C) start to the day, but feel’s warmer once moving in the sky, especially when accompanied by the overhead flame of the balloon. Our pilot has over 6 years of experience here. They start filling the […]
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