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Build one house, get two trips to Mexico free

Back in the old days, we used to have to earn our frequent flier miles the hard way – one at a time.  We didn’t have 75,000 AAdvantage mile bonus credit cards, or 50,000 mile Chase Sapphire cards…. or if … Continue reading

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The 4-Hour Workweek – a great Father’s day gift

If you haven’t read Timothy Ferriss’ “The 4-Hour Workweek,” buy it for yourself or for your husband or father for Father’s Day.  The subtitle for the book is, “Escape 9-5, live anywhere, and join the new rich.”  Doesn’t that sound like music to … Continue reading

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www.whereivebeen.com

According to www.whereivebeen.com, I’ve seen 8% of the world.  If I’m 32 years old, which I must painfully admit that I am, I have a lot of making up to do.  My brother, who is the more diligent writer on … Continue reading

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Bargains on Bargain Travel

One of the nicest benefits of flying for free is feeling frivolous enough to indulge a bit while traveling.  The beauty of such frivolty is compounded when you’re able to find ridiculously good deals while abroad.  I still shudder with joy … Continue reading

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Travel and Currency Quiz

This is a picture from one of my trips.  It was awesome going to this place and it was pretty far away.  The two questions that we have for you are: Where was this photo taken, and what currency do … Continue reading

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Daily Wanderlust Ideas Via Email

I have two emails – one that I give to people, and one that I give to computers.  That way I’m not afraid to sign up for infinite numbers of websites, alerts and promotions.  Every day I’m invited to wanderlust … Continue reading

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Reading: Like Viagra for Wanderlust

Having recently read Alexandre Dumas’ classic, The Count of Monte Cristo, I’ve found myself longing to go to Marseilles and Southern France like never before.  As I read the portion of the book which was set in Paris, I reflected on my brief stroll … Continue reading

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