Exploring Hidden Idaho
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Exploring Hidden Idaho

Cowboys & Indians Magazine - June 2024 - “We don’t want any more people moving here,” Bikini Woman said. “They ruin everything.” I couldn’t quite tell how she meant it, but there was reason to take her at her serious tone. The “everything” she referred to could only mean the rugged and mountainous landscape of Idaho, its multitude of hot springs, its still-wild open spaces, and the curious geological wonders that drew me to explore this state to begin with.

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Skydiving and Blackwater Swamps: Overcoming Fears in South Carolina’s Olde English District
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Skydiving and Blackwater Swamps: Overcoming Fears in South Carolina’s Olde English District

World Footprints - June 15, 2024 - Tucked along the border of North Carolina, and just mere miles from Charlotte, the Olde English District of South Carolina promises a relaxed and surprising journey. Here you’ll find a blend of small-town charm, outdoor adventures and rich history. Spanning seven counties—Chester, Chesterfield, Fairfield, Kershaw, Lancaster, Union and York—this region unveils a fascinating past and celebrates trailblazers.

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Boise’s Basque Culture: An Old World Treasure Thriving in the New World
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Boise’s Basque Culture: An Old World Treasure Thriving in the New World

World Footprints - June 28, 2024 - The Basque Block in Boise, Idaho, stands as a vibrant testament to the rich cultural heritage of one of the state’s most distinctive ethnic communities. This historic stretch of Grove Street, once home to some of Boise’s earliest and most prominent families, now serves as a thriving center of Basque culture and cuisine.

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Accepting the Accent - A trip Down Under helps one traveler embrace her authentic Oklahoma twang
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Accepting the Accent - A trip Down Under helps one traveler embrace her authentic Oklahoma twang

AARP Magazine - At 51, I had fought most of my life to beat that red dirt sound out of my speech. I forced my tongue into contortions that didn’t quite fit because I felt that having a deep drawl came with judgmental assumptions of simpleminded ignorance. On this trip, however, I not only embraced the long vowels and country-speak that embarrassed me back home but amplified it.

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7 Incredible Things To Do In Buenos Aires On A Budget
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7 Incredible Things To Do In Buenos Aires On A Budget

TRAVEL AWAITS - March 20, 2023 - Recently, I had the opportunity to spend five days in Buenos Aires, Argentina, and although I was traveling on a tight budget, I found enough free or low-cost things to do in this vibrant Argentinian city. From free walking tours and museum days to verdant parks and public street fairs, you’ll find plenty of things to do without breaking the bank.

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