Tag Archives: Travel

Alamo and Riverwalk 2021 Adventures

Posted on October 13, 2021 by Island Traveler

My son must be around 5 years old when we first saw the Alamo and rode the Riverwalk Cruise. My son said he can’t remember it. I wanted to refresh his memory but I can’t remember it too. I knew … Continue reading →

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Greetings From Austin, I Love You So Much

Posted on October 12, 2021 by Island Traveler

Written on a green wall of a pizza restaurant are the words, “I Love You So Much.” It’s a mural turned into a tourist souvenir photo spot in Downtown Austin. Time with Friends sharing the most delicious food and unlimited … Continue reading →

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Visiting Austin During A Pandemic

Posted on October 5, 2021 by Island Traveler

Never in my wildest dreams where I had to choose between regular mask or the airtight N95 mask when riding a plane. It’s our first out of State travel during a pandemic. Anxious? Yes. Excited? Yes. In disbelief? Kinda and … Continue reading →

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Last Disney Halloween Magic

Posted on September 26, 2021 by Island Traveler

It was our last Family Halloween Disney Magic before our World got locked and turned up side down. It was our last Holiday Celebration where we were freest to bring to life our wildest imagination. No worries of infection, people … Continue reading →

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Goodwill Scavenger Hunt

Posted on September 22, 2021 by Island Traveler

End of Summer 2021, the 3 Amigos were trying to figure out one collective activity where everyone will enjoy and remember. I quickly suggested, “Roadtrip to the Beach? Wifey replied with a question, “Again?” My second suggestion, “Hiking on rugged … Continue reading →

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Santa Cruz, The Lost Boys and Us

Posted on September 18, 2021 by Island Traveler

Surfers Turf, Santa Cruz is not only known for its awesome Surf Breaks but also for its beautiful haunting Sun-kissed Beaches. Winter, Monarch Cove at Natural Bridges State Beach provides Haven and Sanctuary to migratory Monarch Butterflies. Thousands of flickering … Continue reading →

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Eat Local, Dream Local, Stay Local

Posted on September 14, 2021 by Island Traveler

Staycation is the new Travel Adventure Vacation and Destination 2020 and 2021. We all have our Travelogue Stories to tell. Some planned, others by surprise. All, a discovery of something beautiful, amazing and delicious that we already have locally. This … Continue reading →

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Birds Beach, Seals Beach, Human Beach, Any Difference?

Posted on September 8, 2021 by Island Traveler

Is there any difference between Birds Beach, Seals Beach and Human Beach? Yes, there are contrast and differences with some commonalities. Birds Beach has lots of flying, diving, tweeting, singing, pooping. Life is communal, crowded, but everyone gets along. Sharing … Continue reading →

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Haute Enchilada Cafe and Gallery

Posted on September 2, 2021 by Island Traveler

Have you been to a restaurant where the owner personally meet, greet, takes you to your table and serve you your food? Have you been to a restaurant that feels like you’re part of their family though a total stranger? … Continue reading →

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Carmel By The Sea

Posted on August 29, 2021 by Island Traveler

Like meeting a Lover on Cloud 9…Carmel by the Sea. Like the Sun renewing its eternal love for the Day…Carmel by the Sea. Like a heartbroken, anxious adventurer finding his joyful calm…Carmel by the Sea. Like the Sunset in its … Continue reading →

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Ghost of the Blue Lady at Moss Beach Distillery

Posted on August 24, 2021 by Island Traveler

Romantic, tragic, spine-chilling. Our story began some 72 years ago. Young and naive, a beautiful woman always in a blue dress fell in love with a handsome ladies’ man who played piano at the bar of Moss Beach Distillery. She … Continue reading →

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Pismo Beach, Not Another Beach

Posted on August 22, 2021 by Island Traveler

Son making his point, “Dad, 3 hours drive just to go to a beach? A beach is a beach. We can go closer.” Hmm, what to say to convince him? True, a beach is a beach. What makes Pismo Beach … Continue reading →

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