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Guy Fawkes Night Celebrations
When I asked about Guy Fawkes celebrations a few days ago I got a lot of puzzled messages. Many we’re confused about who or what Guy Fawkes is and why I would be interested in watching him burn. So I decided to write a post sharing a little background and…
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ESPA Spa Experience: Spa Day With My Mom
My mom and I recently had a spa day at ESPA, the signature spa in The Grand Hyatt at Bahamar. To say I love spas would be an understatement. I absolutely adore spas, I want to go to all of them, I want all of the massages, facials and body…
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The Hatchet Bay Silos, Eleuthera
The Hatchet Bay Silos are the last remnants of the old Austin Levy farm. Nowadays they are a cool structure to see and are a permanent fixture of Eleuthera’s landscape. They stand out against the grown up bushes and shrubs and make an excellent photo opportunity. Most people use them as…
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FOOD: Stix Noodle Bar
Stix Noodle Bar is located in The Grand Hyatt at Bahamar. You can expect a fast, casual eatery serving up Traditional Chinese cuisine from an open kitchen. I ate lunch and dinner at Stix Noodle Bar on different occasions. I was impressed with the food and service both times. The staff was efficient,…
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Blackbeard’s Tower
Blackbeard’s Tower is one of those fascinating places that gives us a sense of the history and heritage of The Bahamas. The crumbling remains are a reminder of Nassau’s history with pirates. Supposedly the tower is all that is left of an old fort that Blackbeard used as a lookout…
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My U.A.E Top Five List
My U.A.E top 5 list has been one of the hardest things to narrow down. I have gotten this question so many times since I got back. After giving it a lot of thought I finally put a list together that I am happy with. There is so much to…
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How to NOT be the world’s most annoying traveler
Traveling can be a stressful experience; long lines, security checks, cultural differences and language barriers. I was prompted to write this while waiting in the airport before heading out for another quick trip. Being back in an airport reminded me just how annoying some travelers can be. While in Dubai…
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Travel: Should you plan every moment of your trip? Or go with the flow?
Let me let you in on a secret, My name is Ashley and I am a planner. Pretty much everyone that knows me, knows that I am a planner. I’m usually the one that has everything someone else is missing or forgot to pack and I know what is happening…
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10 Things I Learned About Dubai
I visited Dubai this January for my birthday and I loved it! Although the laws and culture are very different than the country I am from, that didn’t stop me from taking a trip across the world to see it for myself. There are a lot of misconceptions surrounding middle…
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The Holiday Carnival
When I think of the carnival I have great memories of going with my family and friends. My parents would take me and my brothers every year and they would let us go on what felt like every single ride. My dad and uncle would play games and win us…