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Relaxation at Water’s Edge Resort & Spa

Relaxation at Water’s Edge Resort & Spa

Posted on by Joanne Byrnes

Water’s Edge Resort & Spa in Westbrook CT is situated on the shores with a view of Long Island Sound. Relaxation while listening to the ocean sounds on the private beach is just one of the things to love about this resort. Short on time? Pin this for later! Share with your friends on Facebook…

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Tantalizing Tastes at Tinos Kitchen + Bar

Tantalizing Tastes at Tinos Kitchen + Bar

Posted on by Joanne Byrnes

I would like to start out by saying we were not compensated in any way for this raving review! It was truly spectacular and I felt I needed to share it! Our weekend night started out as it typically does. My husband John; “Where do you want to get a bite to eat?” Me; “I…

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Treasure Travel Find in Picturesque Ogunquit Maine

Treasure Travel Find in Picturesque Ogunquit Maine

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The Sassy Olive in Ogunquit Maine is an amazing find and truly an original concept for an olive oil and balsamic vinegar tasting room! Bonus recipe for Sassy Shrimp Scampi!

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A Classic Charleston SC Retreat

A Classic Charleston SC Retreat

Posted on by Joanne Byrnes

Charleston SC was one of our favorite vacation destinations. We stayed at a beautiful waterfront resort just across the bridge from downtown Charleston. We would definitely recommend the Charleston Harbor Resort & Marina. It is actually located in Mount Pleasant SC but it is situated on the Charleston harbor. There is also a water taxi…

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A Tragedy at Notre Dame Cathedral | Paris | April 2019

A Tragedy at Notre Dame Cathedral | Paris | April 2019

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A tribute to Notre Dame in Paris as a fire ravages the Iconic historic structure! The photos below of Notre Dame are Memories from a trip to Paris, France in November 2008. What a terrible tragedy! | Quelle terrible tragédie! I am truly honored that we had the opportunity to visit Notre Dame prior to…

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Relaxing in Luxury; Maine in September

Relaxing in Luxury; Maine in September

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In September 2018, we had a wedding to attend near Camden Maine. We decided to make a long weekend trip out of it. We had a luxurious trip to Camden Maine, where we stayed at 16 Bay View and in Cape Neddick at Cliff House. On our drive, we saw this restaurant with a giant…

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