Monthly Archives: July 2007

Time for another good sign

Posted on July 31, 2007 by jen vogelsong

This one, from Isla Mujeres, Mexico. (In case you were wondering, yes, there are plenty of men on this island off the coast of Cancun, which literally translates as “Island of Women, but I won’t give you the history lesson … Continue reading →

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Airport art

Posted on July 30, 2007 by jen vogelsong

So I was reading this story from USA Today about how airports everywhere — especially smaller ones such as our own Harrisburg International Airport — are adding art as a way to showcase local talent and give travelers something to … Continue reading →

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Savor this celebration

Posted on July 28, 2007 by jen vogelsong

Guess what? Today is National Milk Chocolate Day. I learned this while reading this story listing 10 of the best places for chocolate-lovers to visit. I was a bit bummed that Hershey didn’t make the cut. I think they ought … Continue reading →

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High-tech marshmallow roasting

Posted on July 27, 2007 by jen vogelsong

You’d think it would be easy…grab a dry stick off the ground, smash a marshmallow on one end, incline over campfire and cook to perfection. But in my experience camping with extended family each summer, marshmallow roasting has never been … Continue reading →

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New reason to travel to China

Posted on July 26, 2007 by jen vogelsong

As if the Great Wall, rice paddies, and massive numbers of bicycle commuters weren’t reason enough to visit the enormous, diverse country of China, the city of Chongqing now gives tourists yet another. Public toilets. We’re not talking your average … Continue reading →

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My turn

Posted on July 25, 2007 by jen vogelsong

The past few posts on this blog have been nothing but pictures of readers who want to say to the collective you: “Don’t you wish you were here?” Sure, rub it in. Don’t get me wrong. I love seeing where … Continue reading →

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Relaxing in the Riviera Maya

Posted on July 23, 2007 by jen vogelsong

Joshua Guyer, 10, of Dover Township visited the Mayan ruins of Tulum in Mexico while vacationing along the Riviera Maya in June. His other excursions included swimming with dolphins and manatees, parasailing, and deep-sea fishing in the Caribbean. His travel … Continue reading →

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Sightseeing in Sydney

Posted on July 20, 2007 by jen vogelsong

Bill and Phyllis Mangold of West Manchester Township pose for a picture in front of the Sydney Opera House in Australia in March. They said that Sydney is the most beautiful city they have seen. Their travel tip: Be prepared … Continue reading →

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Drumroll please……

Posted on July 19, 2007 by jen vogelsong

…our winner is none other than Annie Swade, with her amazing memory for random facts! She got the answer right on: the Susquehanna River travels for 444 miles from its headwaters in New York to the Chesapeake Bay. 444 — … Continue reading →

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Post your guess

Posted on July 18, 2007 by jen vogelsong

After spending parts of the past two days on or near the Susquehanna River for stories I’m working on, I have a fun, river-related pop quiz for all my readers. How long is the Susquehanna River? As always, no cheating, … Continue reading →

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