Well, it’s been several months since my birthday trip to the Pacific Northwest and I’m slowly getting caught up with editing photos and writing posts. Today, I introduce you to Steelhead Diner Chef Anthony Polizzi who was flattered when he saw my camera and demonstrated the proper way to shuck an oyster. (more…)
Wonder if The Travel Bloggers Show will Look Like January 2010's SATW Travel Writing & Photography Institute in Orlando.
I don’t ask for much but in order for me to add another bragging right to my repertoire, I need your help. Pretty please?
Here are the deets: I’m attending The Travel Bloggers Show in Orlando in less than two weeks and the travel blogging social media site Tripatini is the primary event sponsor. They’re holding a contest for registered attendees to drive traffic to a single blog post. The winner receives $250, runner up a certificate for dinner in Orlando. Both sweet! Of course, the winner will be named the Best of Show Blogger, aka, a travel blogger superstar!
I need you to visit this blog post called “Forgive Me World, I Am an Irresponsible Traveler.” That’s all you have to do. No registering required although it would be nice if you have some feedback to leave.
Yes, you’ll recognize the content from this blog but I thought it was one of my better posts and deserved to be revived.
Thank you in advance for your support and if you forgot, just click this link here. See? It’s that easy!
Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta
Imagine yourself up, up and away in a magical balloon looking out over the high desert. Here’s your opportunity to win a trip for two to Albuquerque, New Mexico, the location of the world’s largest hot air balloon festival called the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta. This year’s buoyant festival takes place Oct. 2 – 10, 2010.
Willow Picnic Basket - One of the Best Gifts I've Received
One of the coolest gifts I’ve ever received was a picnic basket and I say it’s one of the best gifts because it embodies the traditional road tripping traveler. (Thank you Mom & Dad!) Who doesn’t like stopping during a long journey to take a break and enjoy your favorite road tripping foods? Everyone doesn’t have a budget to stop at every fab little hometown eats and it’s very tempting to make a stop at the Golden Arches. Bringing along your snacks and meals on a road trip is usually good on the budget, body and soul. My favorite road tripping food is dates stuffed with goat cheese. Yum! (more…)
Last Friday seemed like a Saturday. I spent the morning paddling three miles on the Wakulla River with outfitters The Wilderness Way. It was a must needed change from sitting in the office. Located less than a 20-minute drive from Tallahassee, I enjoyed a leisurely and relaxing kayaking trip with tons of opportunities to spot birds, gorgeous spider webs, magnificent trees, majestic manatees and humans bow fishing.
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Arthur Robinson, Owner of Robinson's Pecan House in Lamont, Florida
Honey, honey. Sugar, sugar. When traveling along Southeastern United States back roads I know there’s a good chance I’ll find groovy photo opportunities and stumble upon delicious treats found only in the South. The weekend had me in Tallahassee for a conference and although I just wanted to get home on Sunday, I ventured along U.S. Hwy. 27 in hopes of finding some golden tupelo honey.
About 35 minutes east of Tallahassee I found Robinson’s Pecan House, full of sweet goodness with its tupelo honey, mayhaw jelly, pecans prepared in three different ways, and pickled items. Importantly, I met owner Arthur Robinson, who took over the family business when his brother passed away a few years ago.
In honor of Star Wars Celebration V which wrapped up in Orlando on Sunday, I present you with a photo of Ken the Elivs Trooper. Why did I choose Elvis Trooper out of all the images? Because he’s so random in a groovy way! Plus, during my Pacific Northwest trip in April, signs of Elvis were everywhere. Enjoy
Slave Princess Leia Kisses a Stormtrooper During Star Wars Celebration V, Orlando, Fla., Aug. 14, 2010
“Whoo! Stormtroopers! I wanna date a stormtrooper! I don’t care what he looks like underneath…they are so hot!”
While enjoying some liquid courage in the form of an Outer Rim Rum Drop at the cafe (it was quite good), I met 3 twenty-something ladies getting ready for Star Wars speed dating on Saturday during Star Wars Celebration V in Orlando. The most vocal one, who thinks stormtroopers are sexy (personally, I always found them frightful), was getting pumped up and ready to do it.
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Me with C-3PO and R2-D2 at Star Wars Celebration V in Orlando, Aug. 14, 2010
Wow! I’m home from my trip to Orlando for Star Wars Celebration V and can tell you, one day was not enough. One day was needed to explore the show floor and another day for hearing the lectures. I’m embarrassed to say I missed all of the lectures including the one with George Lucas. I will write a proper post summarizing the trip, will upload photos, maybe a video or two, and write stand-alone posts about Star Wars speed dating and five cool items for sale during the convention. So, stay tuned!
[Cue music, scroll text.] I’m heading to Orlando tomorrow to attend Star Wars Celebration V.What is SWCV? It’s basically an official Star Wars convention and lucky me. Beauty of living in Florida is access to groovy events such as a Star Wars convention!
I’m not thinking Star Wars Celebration V will be a life-altering experience but something fun. I told my boss I was attending and she asked if I was a big fan. I’m a fan. I loved it during the 1970s and 80s but never got into the new Star Wars stuff. Call me old school but I like Luke, Princess Leia, Han Solo and Yoda.
What do I expect from this event?
