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Is the Florida Keys Only for Vacations?

Posted on June 15, 2025 by David Cross

I recently had a business trip and conference to attend…and it was not in the traditional big conference cites, but instead, it was in the Florida Keys. Let’s talk about the good, the bad and the ugly! First and foremost, … Continue reading →

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Who has the best breakfast spot in Waikiki?

Posted on April 12, 2025 by David Cross

Believe it or not, there are not as many traditional breakfast locations or restaurants in the mornings in Waikiki. So let’s review a few ! The Sheraton Waikiki has a nice outside seating And a bar for getting morning drinks … Continue reading →

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The Best Views of Hawaii

Posted on April 11, 2025 by David Cross

This will be a fun one…there are so many great views of the ocean in Waikiki or from your hotel room Or having coffee and breakfast next to the ocean thanks to Monkeypod Kitchen and great sunsets as well to … Continue reading →

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Sydney Australia

Posted on March 22, 2025 by David Cross

It has been a long time since I last visited, but I could not resist writing an update since I had a chance to visit Sydney on a business trip post COVID and provide a fresh review. Since I arrived … Continue reading →

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Doing Business in Washington D.C.

Posted on November 28, 2024 by David Cross

It has been a long time, but I was able to visit Washington D.C. again on a business trip. I did not have a lot of free time, so I used my early morning workout time to take some long … Continue reading →

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A Tale of Two Travelers: Designing the Perfect Surprise Getaway

Posted on September 20, 2024 by David Cross

Image via Pexels Imagine the joy and astonishment on your partner’s face when they uncover your meticulously planned surprise trip. In a world dominated by routines, embarking on an unexpected journey can rekindle the romance and add a memorable chapter … Continue reading →

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What can you do in Atlanta when flights are cancelled?

Posted on August 11, 2024 by David Cross

It sounds like an unusual title, but when the recent Delta flight cancellation chaos based on the Windows and CrowdStrike outage, we got stuck in Atlanta for a few days when trying to return from our Turks and Caicos vacation! … Continue reading →

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Beaches Resort – Turks and Caicos

Posted on July 21, 2024 by David Cross

I thought I would write a quick resort review for Beaches where we stayed for a week to enjoy a little sun. Where to start? It is a huge property, but the Italian Village is the best. It has a … Continue reading →

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Running and Diving in Turks and Caicos

Posted on July 19, 2024 by David Cross

Everyone knows I love running around the world (which you can see the big list here), so of course, I needed to try running on this island since all the good and shaded pool chairs are “taken” by 6:00 AM … Continue reading →

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Checking Out Turks and Caicos

Posted on July 14, 2024 by David Cross

We decided to try a new adventure this summer and head to the Caribbean. Saturdays are pretty popular with the vacationers, so be ready for long lines at the airport. This was TSA pre-check in the International terminal in Atlanta. … Continue reading →

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