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The One Year Lockdown Anniversary

Posted on March 21, 2021 by David Cross

It has been exactly 1 year for me/us since the lockdown began around the country and our 1-year wedding anniversary. It has been hard to believe it has only been a year, but it has been a tremendous journey with … Continue reading →

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Vaccination for Travel: Part 1

Posted on March 14, 2021 by David Cross

The reality is travel is dependent on vaccinations, both personally and for the world. If we are not vaccinated, we are not likely to be allowed to travel to some locations, internationally or attend certain attractions. Example – countries are … Continue reading →

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Snow Camping?

Posted on February 28, 2021 by David Cross

I guess snow this is a continued theme this travel season.  With continued lockdown and travel restrictions, we must continue to be careful and explore opportunities in our local area for short vacations and getaways. Across the United States and … Continue reading →

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Running in the Snow

Posted on February 13, 2021 by David Cross

OK – it is the annual snowmageddon in the Seattle area! That pretty much means that there is no travelling this weekend.  Some people do not listen and as always think that if they own an SUV, they can handle … Continue reading →

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My Top 10 Travel Videos

Posted on February 7, 2021 by David Cross

I thought I would share a quick fun one this week.  What are the top 10 videos from my travels the past 25+ years based on views?  The number one will surprise you! Here we go: #10 As expected, it … Continue reading →

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Benefits of a Platinum AMEX Card

Posted on January 31, 2021 by David Cross

I decided to share a different topic this week that might actually be interesting to many travelers.  Let’s talk about the American Express Platinum Card. Disclaimer: I have not been solicited or been compensated for any endorsement or statements from … Continue reading →

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What is it like to travel during the pandemic?

Posted on January 24, 2021 by David Cross

It was not planned, but I ran into an urgent need to make a short trip and actually fly during the pandemic. I thought this was not going to occur until I had a vaccine, most areas are no longer … Continue reading →

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January 2021 Travel Planning Update

Posted on January 10, 2021 by David Cross

Good afternoon everyone: I thought a quick vodcast (video blog) would be good today to provide some perspectives on travel in 2021. Travel all appears to be hinging on vaccinations for people and countries In the US, they are going … Continue reading →

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Travelling in 2021

Posted on January 1, 2021 by David Cross

Kicking off a new year of travel! What a bleak start as a long time Delta Diamond member.  This really provides a blunt state of the travel world doesn’t it?   Well, given the challenges and stories of 2020, I thought … Continue reading →

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Wallace Falls

Posted on December 30, 2020 by David Cross

It is December 2020 and we are still locked down due to COVID-19.  I am still keeping an eye out for international travel planning opportunities like in this post here, but due to the restrictions, in 2020, we mostly focused … Continue reading →

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