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Day 22: 10 Place I would like to visit - or have visited!

For today's challenge to blog each day during the month of November for Blogember, I think of far away places - where I've been and where I still want to go … in this 10 Places to Visit challenge.

I began my college career as a Travel & Tourism major to spend years in that industry before returning to school as an adult to pursue my Bachelor's Degree in what ended up being an American Studies major.  To culminate that degree I wrote a thesis that wove together both of my degrees as well as my experiences.  It was a story of women's travel and how it has changed over time.  A century ago they traveled for transportation, while today women have the opportunity to travel for transformation.  Travel is an amazing opportunity that I have experienced, and will continue.  So I've chosen to give you 5 of my favorite travels, and 5 of my 'yet to be' places!~



So I'll start with my favorite places to date …

1)  Alaska - I know, big state and far away.  I had the opportunity to visit one September many years ago and experience the beauty of this majestic place.  Anchorage, Fairbanks, Denali National Park and my favorite spot was Kenai.  I loved the fresh air, the wildlife and the vast space leaving room for so much opportunity for new thoughts and deep breaths.  And even saw Mt. McKinley peeking out of the clouds on our day.

2)  Canadian Rockies - about a decade ago I did a Rockies by Rail trip, and enjoyed it immensely.  We began in Calgary and traveled to Vancouver.  Again, wide open space, beautiful scenery and time to think and breath.  Banff was by far my favorite … peaceful and welcoming.  Lake Louise is the most amazing blue I've ever seen, and Jasper was amazing too.

3)  Sedona - a deeply spiritual place providing red rocks as the backdrop for culture and history of the Southwest to unfold.  Its known for its healing powers and centering ability. I'm sensing a theme here for all of my selections - aren't you!

4) London - during my career in travel I was fortunate to have traveled to some wonderful places and experience culture and history in some magical adventures.  While the Concorde was still flying I was able to fly from NY to London and back via the supersonic jet… an experience in itself!  And then to enjoy the amazing city of London with Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, Herrods, Tower Bridge and all the city holds .. was amazing!

5) Key West - this was our honeymoon trip over a decade ago.  The perfect combination of beach, music, and relaxation for us.  Good food, great music and a laid back location that allowed each day to unfold as intended.  Boy, what I know now that I didn't know then!

And yet to discover …

1)  Hawaii - this was to be our honeymoon location for obvious reasons.  And then there was a job change and limited time off.  This one is still on our list .. and although it may involve taking darling daughter with us, we will enjoy to scenery and peacefulness of the Hawaiian Islands at some point soon!

2)  Positano, Italy - I've only seen it in the breathtaking pictures...the amazing beauty of the Almalfi Coast.  This one may have to wait a bit .. I see this as a wonderful romantic getaway…..

3)  Napa Valley - again, another getaway for just the two of us as the wine tasting and wonderful food would be best enjoyed if only for a couple days as a romantic getaway, don't you think?

4)  Ireland - as my heritage on my father's side is Irish, I've always wanted to visit the land of my ancestors.  I imagine it very much like the movie Leap Year.  Food not great, weather perhaps rainy … but the scenery green and peaceful!  Lots of castles, history and kind-hearted people!

5) The Grand Canyon - although this one may seem boring to some, I want to experience that amazing feeling of seeing it for the first time.  This one is absolutely a family adventure.  All those red rocks and huge, nature-made canyon just waiting to be experienced!

Happy trails!

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