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Whoa! Monster Kitty Checking Out the Bluetooth Technology of the nio Tag

Travel Gear Review: High-Tech nio Tag Keeps Tabs on Luggage, Smartphones

Having my iPhone lost or stolen while traveling would be one of the worst things I could imagine. I’ve come to rely on it for mapping, travel itineraries, contact database and of course, as a form of communication. Losing my camera would be the second worst thing. Well, guess what? There’s an app, and a Bluetooth-powered security tag called the nio, to prevent these things from happening.

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Book Review: We’ll Always Have Paris: A Mother/Daughter Adventure by Jennifer Coburn

AAnyone can keep a travel journal but it takes a special talent for crafting an engaging travel story worthy of inviting others on the journey. We’ll Always Have Paris: A Mother/Daughter Memoir by Jennifer Coburn is not a flowery travel memoir about eating croissants, sipping coffee in Parisian cafes, and wearing matching berets in Paris. It’s a lesson in living life and well worth the read.

Mike Leon, Creator of the Bike Tow Leash Dog-Cycling Bike Attachment, Demonstrates How It's Used during Global Pet Expo in Orlando, Fla., March 13, 2014

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Bike Tow Leash Offers Solution to Safely Bicycle with Your Dog

How can a dog parent spend more outdoor time with their canine-child? Biking, of course, and a solution to safely bike with a dog is Bike Tow Leash

Shopping Local is a Great Way to Find Super Stocking Stuffers

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Part 3 of 3: Solo Travel Girl’s 2013 Holiday Gift Guide for Super Stocking Stuffers & My Local Favorites

Stuck on what to put in your loved one’s stocking? Here’s Solo Travel Girl’s holiday gift guide for super stocking stuffer ideas. Of course, don’t forget the orange!

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Part 2 of 3: Solo Travel Girl’s 2013 Holiday Gift Guide for Tech Lovers

How many days ’til Christmas? If you need a little assistance with your shopping here is Solo Travel Girl’s 2013 holiday gift guide to get the ideas flowing in helping you find the perfect gift.

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Part 1 of 3: Solo Travel Girl’s 2013 Holiday Gift Guide for Travelers

Not sure what to get your favorite traveler for Christmas? Solo Travel Girl’s 2013 holiday gift guide for travelers will get the ideas flowing for you.

"Mary Margaret Manatee" Delivers the Message to Be Yourself.

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Meet Mary Margaret Manatee

It’s not easy being different, especially as a kid, and being teased by your peers. The new children’s picture book “Mary Margaret Manatee” by award-winning outdoor writer (and friend) Lucy Beebe Tobias, subtly addresses this.

Some of the Delicious Breakfast Served at La Residence du Vieux Port in Marsielle-Provence, France

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Bonjour! Learning French with the Pimsleur Method on My iPad

Bonjour! Inspired by my travels to Marseille, France, I’m in the process of learning French with the Pimsleur Course Manager App on my iPad using the Pimsleur Method.

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Gift of Time with the Irobot Roomba 770 Vacuum Cleaning Robot

As I write this post, I’m also doing a little housecleaning. Well, I AM not exactly doing the cleaning, my new 21st century pet, the Irobot Roomba 770 vacuum cleaning system is doing the legwork, err, ball-work while gliding atop my tiled and throw-rugged floors. In fact, it can do the cleaning when I’m sleeping […]

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Travel Gear Review: LifeProof Nüüd Case for iPhone 5

My iPhone is probably my most important piece of electronic travel gear and the LifeProof Nüüd Case for iPhone 5 can solve a big problem I have. When engaging in activities as kayaking, boating or dancing in the rain, I’ve been leery about taking my smartphone along. Why? Well, remember when my iPhone jumped ship (my pocket) into the toilet?