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Peterhof Gardens, St. Petersburg, Russia

What to Expect on a Two-Day Tour In St Petersburg

Last Updated on October 11, 2019 by Candy Wafford A stop in St. Petersburg, Russia is a perennial favorite and often the highlight of any Baltic Cruise. Many cruise itineraries spend two days in St. Petersburg because there is so much to see. Curious about what to expect on a two-day tour in St Petersburg? Here’s my recent experience and details on why you should book a tour and what you may see. Do I Have to Book a Tour?...

volcano in Otavalo, Ecuador

An Awesome One-Week Ecuador Itinerary

Last Updated on January 14, 2020 by Candy Wafford Ecuador is a small but incredibly diverse country.  A tremendous amount of geographical diversity has been packed into its borders including the Andes mountains, the jungles of the Amazon, and beaches along the Pacific Ocean. Ecuador is also home to the Galapagos Islands, a bucket list item for many travelers. While there is an unlimited number of Ecuador itineraries available, this one-week Ecuador itinerary lets you see much of this South...

bread samples at Poppy & Olive, Lexington, KY

Best Bakeries in Lexington, Kentucky 2023!

Last Updated on June 3, 2023 by Candy Wafford Ready to take a trip around the world without leaving Lexington, Kentucky?  Our diverse group of bakeries features treats from France, Italy, the Middle East, and more!  I love bakeries and here are some of the best bakeries in Lexington. Martine’s Pastries Martine’s has been supplying Lexington brides with exquisite cakes for twenty years and their bakery now offers desserts, salads, and sandwiches in addition to their cakes. The shop is...

What’s In My Carry-On Bag?

Last Updated on July 20, 2019 by Candy Wafford We’re all a little voyeuristic, aren’t we? I love seeing what other travelers pack. It’s fun to get a peek into another person’s world, but I also find lots of stuff I may not know I needed. I know I’m not alone in this, so here is what’s in my carry-on bag. Really I’m sharing what is in my personal carry-on bag. A personal item is classified by the airlines as...

bird sculpture in Annapolis, Maryland

How To Spend a Day in Charming Annapolis

Last Updated on March 13, 2020 by Candy Wafford Quaint, charming, delightful are all words that perfectly describe Annapolis.  If you haven’t been, you need to go! It doesn’t get as much attention as it’s busier neighbors Washington D.C. and Baltimore but it should because it is easy to visit and there is so much to do in Annapolis. Before making it to Annapolis, we spent a frustrating morning in Washington D.C.  Anxious to get out of congested D.C. and onto...

Mural with Be Kind sticker

How to Be a Nicer Traveler – Keys to Better Airplane Etiquette

Last Updated on July 6, 2019 by Candy Wafford I consider myself to be a pretty nice person.  I say thank you and hold doors open for people and I’m sure there are other things that would place me in the nice column.  But when you travel regularly you can become a bit arrogant.  I know I’m certainly guilty of being impatient with people when I’m traveling and am always working on how to be a nicer traveler. Practicing good...

collage of street murals in Lexington, Kentucky

Unexpected & Cool Street Murals in Lexington, Kentucky

Last Updated on July 2, 2019 by Candy Wafford Kentucky is a state that a lot of people don’t know much about.  But once people make it here, they usually love it.  It’s a special place, and my hometown of Lexington is extra special.  But what is there to do in Lexington, Kentucky? One of the unexpected things to come out of me starting this blog was a new appreciation for Lexington.  We have incredible scenic beauty, an awesome food...