One of my favorite shows is Downton Abbey (PBS). Sadly, this week will be the finale for Season Three. Those of you who have watched this show know its many charms, but did you know that there is a ‘real’ Downton Abbey? It’s Highclere Castle and you can tour it. Ten things To Know Before You Go: 1. Highclere Castle,… Read More
Top Ten U.S. Beach Destinations
The list of best beaches changes from year to year, according to the source and their criteria. But these places consistently make the top twenty list year after year. 1. South Beach (Miami, FL) 2. Myrtle Beach/Grand Strand, SC 3. Waikiki Beach (Honolulu, Oahu) 4. Mission Beach (San Diego, CA) 5. Virginia Beach, VA 6. Saint Pete Beach, FL 7…. Read More
Sailing Stones, Death Valley
Sailing Stones, Racetrack Playa, Death Valley, CA No one has ever seen one of the “sailing stones” on Death Valley’s Racetrack Playa move, but evidence of their travels is visible in the long track marks that trail behind them in the dusty ground. Scientists aren’t sure exactly how the rocks—which can weigh hundreds of pounds—make their way across the dry… Read More
Donations and Destinations
DONATIONS You can play Santa to those in need…As we start the final countdown to Christmas (single digits now, folks), I want to remind everyone that this is THE season to remember charitable contributions. Not only will you get tax credit for 2012 if you donate before 12/31, but you’ll also know that you’ve done a good (and oh so… Read More
Three Towns That Are All About Christmas
If you’re ever in the area and need a little holiday cheer… #3: Santa Claus, Indiana takes its name seriously. It recruits 150 elves to personally reply to the thousands of letters Santa Claus gets every year. #2: North Pole, Alaska has ice hauled in to create its wonderland of ice sculptures. We’re talking about 2.2 million pounds of ice!… Read More
Thanksgiving Flights on Sale, $72 & up (R/T incl. Tax)
I’m taking a much deserved vacation after working so hard in October. I’ll be back in a week and have lots of info to share on travel ideas and deals as we enter the holiday season. Only three weeks ’til Thanksgiving! In the meantime, you may want to grab one of these deals if you’re looking for somewhere to go… Read More
Terrance Zepke studied Journalism at the University of Tennessee and later received a Master's Degree in Mass Communications from the University of South Carolina. She has studied Parapsychology at the renowned Rhine Research Center. She began her career as a freelance writer and photographer, ... 
