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5 Local Foods to Enjoy When Visiting Salamanca, Spain

[fa icon="calendar'] Sep 11, 2014 9:00:00 AM / by Myrna Arroyo posted in Spain, food

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Situated in the western half of Spain, on the Northern Plateau, is the ancient City of Salamanca, Spain. Known as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, University City and culinary hot spot, its roots stretch back to the Iron Age. Although there is certainly a lot that could be said about the Castile-Leon Region’s popular destination, today, we wanted to highlight its cuisine.

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How to Taste Whisky Like a Pro

[fa icon="calendar'] Sep 9, 2014 9:00:00 AM / by Myrna Arroyo posted in Whisky

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Here are some tips on how to taste whisky like a pro.

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How Do You Pick a World Cruise?

[fa icon="calendar'] Sep 4, 2014 9:00:00 AM / by Myrna Arroyo posted in Cunard, World Voyages

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Have you ever wanted to go around the world by ship? Around-the-world cruising has become popular, and cruise lines are meeting demand by adding circumnavigations to their sailings. If you want to go on a world cruise, there are lots of choices for you. But how do you pick a world cruise? Here are some questions to consider as you make a decision.

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7 Things To Do in Porto

[fa icon="calendar'] Sep 2, 2014 9:00:00 AM / by Myrna Arroyo posted in Portugal

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The historic city of Porto is the second largest in Portugal after Lisbon.  Located in the country's wine region, there are plenty of things to do in Porto, a charming yet sophisticated metropolis in Southern Europe.

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Learn the History of Oban Distillery

[fa icon="calendar'] Aug 28, 2014 8:00:00 AM / by Myrna Arroyo posted in Whisky, Scotland

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Oban Distillery is situated on the West Coast of Scotland in the town of Oban. The Distillery sits right in the heart of the town.

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Things To Do In Edinburgh

[fa icon="calendar'] Aug 26, 2014 8:00:00 AM / by Myrna Arroyo posted in Whisky, Scotland

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As Scotland's capital city, Edinburgh is rich in the country's history and culture. It is also a desired destination for many travelers, attracting over one million foreign visitors a year. There are countless things to do and see in Edinburgh, and it would take a lifetime to experience them all. The following is a list of just a few essential things to do in Edinburgh. 

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Unique Flavors Found in the Whisky Regions of Scotland

[fa icon="calendar'] Aug 21, 2014 8:00:00 AM / by Myrna Arroyo

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The whisky regions of Scotland produce distinctive flavors based on their climate and different craft styles. The equipment and methods used to produce whiskey differ in each region, and this creates flavors unique to each region. The whiskey regions are traditionally divided into four groups as follows:

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A Voyage on the Queen Mary 2 - Norwegian Adventure- Day 1

[fa icon="calendar'] Jul 6, 2014 5:22:00 AM / by Myrna Arroyo posted in Norway, Cunard, Queen Mary 2

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When I decided to start Roux Wine Tours last year, one of my main motivating factors was to get discounts on travel. I diligently enrolled in all of my supplier training programs, one of which was the Cunard Commodore program. By enrolling in their courses and achieving Commodore status as a Cunard Certified Expert, I was rewarded with a free graduation cruise on the Queen Mary 2's Norwegian Adventure from May 26 to June 3, 2014.
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How to Go from Wine Lover to Certified Sommelier

[fa icon="calendar'] Dec 31, 2013 6:03:00 AM / by Myrna Arroyo

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An Adventure in Vieques, Puerto Rico

[fa icon="calendar'] Dec 10, 2013 6:07:00 AM / by Myrna Arroyo posted in restaurants, Tips

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If you are looking for someplace warm to escape to this winter, but want a place with a little bit of adventure, Vieques is the perfect vacation spot. This small island off the coast of Puerto Rico is laid-back, beautiful and full of things to see and do. The vibe is casual and not self-conscious, and you don't need to dress up to go anywhere here.

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