August in Capri
Capri, Italy We knew about Capri, the dramatic limestone mastiffs seen in photos and movies. It is clearly...
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Jul 14, 2015You know you’re relaxed when…
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Sep 1, 2013Learning to live in Turkey
Aug 28, 2013Saving the best for last
Aug 24, 2013When a plan comes together
Aug 29, 2013Reaching a Goal
Jul 29, 2013Anchors Away
May 14, 2013A recap of 2012 cruising season and plan for 2013
Oct 10, 2012Greece, Finally.
Mar 24, 2012A recap of 2011 cruising season and plan for 2012.
Oct 9, 2011The End of the Season.
Sep 12, 2011Sorpresas (Surprises) in Sicily.
Sep 4, 2011August in Italy
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Dec 16, 2010Finally, An Update.
Sep 1, 2010Learning to Love Sangria
Sep 1, 2010Festivals in Menorca
Dec 1, 2008Thanksgiving in the Caribbean
Nov 17, 2008Caribbean Bound – Again
Aug 11, 2008Back to Annapolis
Jun 2, 2008Flying through the Gulf Stream
Dec 25, 2007Christmas in the Caribbean
Dec 19, 2007St. Thomas, Olga and the Bitter End
Dec 10, 2007St. John by Land and Sea
Dec 3, 2007More of the British Virgin Islands
Dec 15, 2006Berkeley East Arrives
Jul 6, 2006Visit to Queen Long
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