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A Lovely Detour: Covered Bridges of Northern Georgia

Dec 25, 2025

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8 min read

A Lovely Detour: Covered Bridges of Northern Georgia

Two covered bridges, one quiet park, and a little mountain history.

Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge
Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge

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Helen, Georgia: A Little Slice of Bavaria in the Blue Ridge

Dec 18, 2025

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11 min read

Helen, Georgia: A Little Slice of Bavaria in the Blue Ridge

A festive mountain town with yummy food for an easygoing winter getaway

Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge
Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge

Travel & Road Trips

I Finally Understand the Hype About Northern Georgia

Dec 11, 2025

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7 min read

I Finally Understand the Hype About Northern Georgia

The scenic byway, the gold rush town, and the views that won me over.

Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge
Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge

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History in the Woods: W.E.B. Du Bois’s Great Barrington Roots

Nov 6, 2025

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7 min read

History in the Woods: W.E.B. Du Bois’s Great Barrington Roots

A visit to the Great Barrington homesite that tells the story of his remarkable journey.

Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge
Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge

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Montréal Memories: The Ferris Wheel, a Chapel, and Street Art

Oct 30, 2025

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7 min read

Montréal Memories: The Ferris Wheel, a Chapel, and Street Art

La Grande Roue, Notre-Dame-de-Bon-Secours, and the artwork that colors the city.

Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge
Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge

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A Quick Burlington Getaway

Oct 16, 2025

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10 min read

A Quick Burlington Getaway

Exploring Burlington Vermont's waterfront, Church Street, and a cruise on Lake Champlain.

Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge
Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge

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Discovering Vergennes and Lake Champlain’s Maritime Museum

Oct 9, 2025

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7 min read

Discovering Vergennes and Lake Champlain’s Maritime Museum

History, heritage, and great food as we took the scenic route to Burlington, Vermont.

Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge
Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge

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Short but Sweet: Exploring York & Hershey, PA

Sep 4, 2025

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8 min read

Short but Sweet: Exploring York & Hershey, PA

From a riverside mansion filled with artwork to a butterfly atrium and rose garden in full bloom, here’s we how ended our summer in PA.

Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge
Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge

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Modern Montréal: Wild, Artful and Delicious

Aug 7, 2025

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7 min read

Modern Montréal: Wild, Artful and Delicious

Discover immersive wildlife habitats, stunning contemporary installations, and memorable meals in Montréal.

Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge
Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge

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Gothic Beauty and City Views in Montréal

Jul 31, 2025

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5 min read

Gothic Beauty and City Views in Montréal

Notre-Dame Basilica, rooftop dining, and the oldest public clock in the Americas—just a few gems from this unforgettable city.

Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge
Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge

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Where History Began: Susan B. Anthony’s Birthplace

Jul 24, 2025

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6 min read

Where History Began: Susan B. Anthony’s Birthplace

A look inside Susan B. Anthony’s early life and how her upbringing helped spark a movement.

Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge
Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge

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Wandering Through Kinderhook: History, a President, and a Legendary Inspiration

Jul 3, 2025

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6 min read

Wandering Through Kinderhook: History, a President, and a Legendary Inspiration

From Martin Van Buren’s home to the real-life Ichabod Crane, this little Hudson Valley village has some interesting stories to tell.

Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge
Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge

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Museum Island Magic: Your Guide to Berlin’s Cultural Gem

Jun 5, 2025

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7 min read

Museum Island Magic: Your Guide to Berlin’s Cultural Gem

From Queen Nefertiti to Monet, explore five museums and a breathtaking cathedral in one unforgettable spot.

Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge
Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge

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Postcards from Berlin: Must Sees & Hidden Gems

May 29, 2025

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6 min read

Postcards from Berlin: Must Sees & Hidden Gems

From the Brandenburg Gate to Backstreet Courtyards

Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge
Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge

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Meet Me at the Clock: Exploring Berlin’s Alexanderplatz

May 22, 2025

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5 min read

Meet Me at the Clock: Exploring Berlin’s Alexanderplatz

What to See and Snap in Berlin’s Busiest Square

Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge
Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge

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Visiting Berlin Germany - the historic Berlin Wall

May 15, 2025

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5 min read

Visiting Berlin Germany - the historic Berlin Wall

This week I'm spotlighting several places to view the remnants and markers of the historic Berlin Wall.

Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge
Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge

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East Coast Traveling - Where to Stay

Apr 24, 2025

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4 min read

East Coast Traveling - Where to Stay

If you're planning an East Coast trip - we're spotlighting three different places to stay along the way in Salem VA, Mt Airy NC and Charleston SC.

Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge
Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge

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Enjoying Florida beach sunrises and dreaming of Kauai

Feb 14, 2025

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5 min read

Enjoying Florida beach sunrises and dreaming of Kauai

Enjoying the beach near my home in Florida brought to mind when we visited Kauai two years ago. Walk the beach with me, and also discover where we stayed and what we did in Kauai. Hopefully it will inspire a trip to either location. :-)

Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge
Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge

Travel & Road Trips

Our Road Trip Adventure – Hudson Valley to Space Coast

Jan 23, 2025

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6 min read

Our Road Trip Adventure – Hudson Valley to Space Coast

Travel with us from the Hudson Valley of New York to the Space Coast of Florida.

Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge
Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge

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