Year: 2012

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December 30, 2012May 17, 2021

New Year New You

Oh my goodness! It’s that time of year again.  Time for a soliloquy. I like soliloquy rather than resolution because I reflect before I resolve.Where have I been?  What have I learned?  What do I want and/or need to change?Hmmmm, let me think…….I’ve been to Egypt, Dubai, Croatia, Sheboygan, South Africa, Aruba, Brazil,  Denmark.What I’ve...

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December 21, 2012May 17, 2021

HOLIDAY CHEER

Hey Guys, We’re bring you some holiday cheer with some cocktails from different places. Mexican Hot Chocolate: In a sauce pan simmer 2 cups of milk, 1oz. unsweetened Chocolate, 2tbs. of brown sugar, pinch of salt, pinch of red chili flakes, 1/4 of a vanilla bean (scraped out) and cinnamon. I like to scrape right...

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December 8, 2012May 17, 2021

Copenhagen, Denmark Day Three

It’s my last day in Copenhagen and I wake up to another snowy day.  Except today I have visibility.  It’s cloudy, light snow and cold.  The cold doesn’t bother me because I brought the right clothes.  Sweater dresses are my new best friend.  they’re warm, fashionable, comfortable and a single item which means you pack...

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December 5, 2012May 17, 2021

Copenhagen, Denmark Day Two

Hello again, It’s day two.  I woke up and could not see a thing out my window.  It’s very cloudy and snowing! We started with a visit to the Carlsberg Brewery.  Yep, beer at 9:30am.  Now, that’s how you start your day. Carlsberg is not only a brewery it’s a great venue to have a welcome or...

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December 3, 2012May 17, 2021

Copenhagen, Denmark Day One

Hey guys, I just arrived in Copenhagen, Denmark.  My very first visit.  I boarded a non-stop flight from Chicago O’Hare’s airport to Copenhagen.  It’s a very nice flight.  I was in Premium Economy and it reminded me of the old Business Class.  Remember when there was a First Class, Business Class and Economy Class?  Well,...

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November 29, 2012May 17, 2021

Destination Weddings “When Things Go Wrong”

Last week on our show we interviewed wedding expert and owner of JustMarry, Susan Southerland for some tips on Destination Weddings “When Things Go Wrong”.  While Destination Wedding can me wonderful you have to protect yourself and your investment when planning to have one.  We often don’t think of the “What if’s” and as Susan...

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November 19, 2012May 17, 2021

TIMESHARES…WHAT YOU WISH YOU KNEW

We recently interviewed Brian & Bill Rogers of Timeshare Users Group (TUG) on our show, The Traveling Eye.  Bill, the father and founder of TUG told us that there’s no “in the middle” for Timeshare Owners.  You either love it or hate it.  Why because you either understand the business of Timeshare ownership or don’t.  This...

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November 15, 2012May 17, 2021

WHEN THE CLOCK STRIKES MIDNIGHT A NEW DAY BEGINS

Rule # 25: When the clock strikes midnight a new day begins. THE STORY:I had a group from Milwaukee going to Jamaica a few years ago.  The group decided to take a non-stop flight from Chicao’s O’Hare airport and charter a bus from Milwaukee.The trip was a three night package from Thursday – Sunday.  The...

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October 22, 2012May 17, 2021

UNACCOMPANIED MINOR

When your child needs to travel alone preparing them well in advance will make the world of difference.  If they know in advance what to expect it will make if fun for them and limit some of the fear or anxiety, especially for TSA. You should educate yourself and your child on the policies and...

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October 6, 2012May 17, 2021

Hi Traveling Eye Family! Ja’Vonne, Howard, and I are in Aruba for the 6th Annual Caribbean Sea Jazz Festival.  We have been here for a few days and I can understand why Festival Director Erik Jan Eman chose Aruba as the destination for this popular festival.  The sun, beaches, wonderful hotels, easy access from anywhere and...