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Tag: St. Louis
May 17, 2020

Ten Travel Photos Challenge

After seeing many social media photo challenges over the years, I finally saw a photo challenge that I thoroughly enjoyed: the 10-day travel photo challenge.

Discover the Pristine Beauty of the Sporades Islands

Nestled in the northwest Aegean Sea, the Sporades Islands are a hidden gem of Greece, offering breathtaking natural beauty and unique experiences for every traveler. Comprised of four main islands — Skiathos, Skopelos, Alonissos and Skyros — this island cluster is renowned for its lush pine forests, crystal-clear waters and idyllic beaches.

Apr 12, 2017

Weekend in St. Louis

I joined several friends in St. Louis, Mo., for a convention and the Go! St. Louis Marathon. I wasn’t running, but I was there to support my friends and enjoy the Gateway City.

Sep 18, 2013

Exploring St. Louis

My recent trip to St. Louis was much more fun than I anticipated, thanks to several businesses in the Show-Me State going beyond the normal call of duty. These examples of extra service deserve to be noticed and lauded.

Remarkable Medellín

Visiting Medellín in Colombia: The Country of Beauty is like stepping into a fantastic story — literally, as the city in the Western Colombian Andes region inspired Disney’s Encanto. Here, valleys, the world’s tallest palms, vibrant communities, colorful houses, garden-like balconies and more prove reality is more picturesque than anything on film. And it’s especially more tempting following Medellín’s remarkable transformation, shedding its troubled past and reawakening as a city of innovation, art, cultural richness, modern infrastructure, thriving tourism and resiliency.

Feb 20, 2013

Mardi Gras in St. Louis

I must say I am doing an excellent job of using short trips to make the most of the dead of winter in Chicago. Just off of the tails of my Milwaukee trip, my sister invited me to tag along on her trip to St. Louis for Mardi Gras in the historic Soulard neighborhood.