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Two Days in Washington, D.C.

Two Days in Washington, D.C.

byLeslie Carbone November 1, 2024December 20, 2024

Washington, D.C., bursts with iconic monuments and fabulous museums.  I’ve lived in or near our nation’s capital off and on since college,…

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Four Days on Mexico’s Western Mainland Coast

Four Days on Mexico’s Western Mainland Coast

byLeslie Carbone September 2, 2024September 4, 2024

After three fabulous days along Baja California Sur, our cruise ship turned south-by-southeast for four more days of fun on Mexico‘s western…

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Three Days at Baja California Sur

Three Days at Baja California Sur

byLeslie Carbone August 1, 2024November 19, 2024

Dolphins leapt up and out of the placid blue waters, looking as playful as children on swings.  A few whales breached.  Even…

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A Day on the Old Town Trolley in San Diego

A Day on the Old Town Trolley in San Diego

byLeslie Carbone June 3, 2024September 26, 2024

The warm breeze blew through the windows as the open-air car glided through San Diego.  It was great to be back in…

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Admirals Club, Terminal 2, Concourse E, at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport in Arlington, Virginia

Admirals Club, Terminal 2, Concourse E, at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport in Arlington, Virginia

byLeslie Carbone April 29, 2024July 23, 2024

The fireplace glowed.  Quiet voices matched the muted decor.  I sank into a comfy chair and looked through large windows toward the…

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Travel & Adventure Show in Washington, D.C.

Travel & Adventure Show in Washington, D.C.

byLeslie Carbone March 4, 2024March 4, 2024

As the song goes, “There’s such a lot of world to see.” If your destination of choice is “everywhere”, I can relate….

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4 Best States for Summer Road Trips

4 Best States for Summer Road Trips

byLeslie Carbone July 3, 2023June 14, 2024

Looking to plan a summer road trip?  The personal-finance site WalletHub recently ranked all 50 states on their suitability for road trips…

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22 Patriotic Sites in Virginia

22 Patriotic Sites in Virginia

byLeslie Carbone June 26, 2023December 20, 2024

It’s hard to imagine a better travel destination for American-history lovers than Virginia. The personal-finance site WalletHub recently ranked all 50 states…

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Things to Do Alone in Washington, D.C.

Things to Do Alone in Washington, D.C.

byLeslie Carbone May 15, 2023June 8, 2024

Washington, D.C., is a fabulous city to explore on your own.  I should know.  I came to college not knowing a soul…

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Day Trips from Williamsburg, Virginia

Day Trips from Williamsburg, Virginia

byLeslie Carbone April 24, 2023July 27, 2024

Williamsburg, Virginia, is a history lover’s paradise.  I visit the Commonwealth’s second capital several times a year. Nestled in the Tidewater region,…

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When to Visit Colonial Williamsburg

When to Visit Colonial Williamsburg

byLeslie Carbone April 3, 2023October 7, 2024

Colonial Williamsburg offers pleasant weather, lots of fun and fascinating events, and small crowds of visitors travelling back in time to Virginia‘s…

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Three Days from St. Thomas to Fort Lauderdale

Three Days from St. Thomas to Fort Lauderdale

byLeslie Carbone March 4, 2023November 11, 2024

After a brief morning hike on St. John, my cruise companions and I reboarded the ferry for another quick trip on the…

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Leslie Carbone

Welcome to Sancerres at Sunset! I fell in love with travel during a trip to Mexico when I was nine years old. After my misspent youth as a wage worker, I'm having so much more fun as a blogger, helping other discerning travellers plan fun and fascinating journeys. If you enjoy history and culture, if you appreciate the finer things, if you want to slow down and savor every experience, you're in the right place.

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