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The Hummingbird
The first country I ever visited outside of my own was Jamaica. The experience came about through work where my sales prowess earned me the Caribbean vacation perk. Our sales division was put up in a luxurious resort but I…
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Rebirth
There’s something spiritual about the person who drops us into the arms of check-in A farewell hug, a hurry home, a last glance Dehydrated, bedraggled, luggage in tow My heart skips a beat To the familiar outline of a loved-one’s…
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Cocktail Corner
Spirits have a history unique to almost every culture on the planet. Whether originally used as a remedy, punishment or potion they have played a role in shaping economics, politics and religions. When I travel I look forward to discovering…
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Why I Travel
I crave being in foreign places. Each day I walk out the door I am entering the classroom of the world. I may pick up a new word, taste a unique flavor in a local dish, observe culturally specific hand gestures…
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alexatravels.com is born!
My long awaited travel website and blog is born. And it’s a girl!