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Bermuda Cruising : Day 2 - Monday: Exploring, Relaxing, and Soaking in Cruise Life

I started the day with a pleasant surprise—freshly squeezed vegetable and fruit juices! I went with a glass of celery juice to kick off my morning feeling healthy and refreshed. The rest of the day was all about exploring more corners of this massive floating city. We wandered through the many shops, discovered cozy little sitting areas perfect for people-watching, and caught glimpses of various live shows happening throughout the ship. There was always something going on—music, comedy, dance, and entertainment at every turn. Of course, food was a highlight again today! From casual bites to more elaborate meals, every dining spot had something delicious waiting for us. By evening, we found a really cool outdoor area with a giant movie screen. Families, couples, and groups of friends had gathered there, lounging on deck chairs under the stars, enjoying the movie with sea breeze in the air. The vibe was relaxed and fun—perfect for unwinding after a day full of activities. It was on...
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Bermuda Cruising : Day 1 – Sunday: Setting Sail from New York City 🚢🌆

The excitement was real as we wrapped up breakfast and left home around 9:30 AM, all packed and ready for our 7-day adventure to Bermuda. As we drove into the city, the first glimpse of our cruise ship took our breath away—it stood tall and majestic on the Hudson River, a true floating city! Check-in was smooth, and by 2 PM, we were officially on board. The sheer size of the ship amazed all of us—18 floors packed with restaurants, shops, a buzzing casino, lively bars, pools, a full amphitheater, a grand theater, and even water slides and a giant rope course towering on the 18th floor! Watching our parents and in-laws marvel at everything around them was heartwarming. For them, this was like stepping into a whole new world—a luxurious hotel on water. The kids were already eyeing the pools and adventure zones, while we were still soaking in the scale of it all. After a delicious lunch at one of the onboard restaurants, we headed up to the open deck for sail-away views of the iconic N...
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Florida Gulf Coast

Just wrapped up an unforgettable 3-day trip exploring the Gulf Coast around Fort Myers, and I’m still dreaming about the white sand beaches, incredible food, and picture-perfect sunsets. Day 1: Longboat Key, Siesta Key & Sunset Magic We kicked things off day with great sip of coffee at French bakery with almond croissant and lovely atmosphere. Then continued with a scenic drive to  Siesta Key, known for its powdery quartz sand. Miles of walk in cool gulf breeze made the morning! Next stop was - Longboat Key, where we soaked up the sun and good vibes at a beachside Tiki Bar - delicious seafood, live music, and soft white sand stretching for miles.  After lunch, we made a quick stop to explore the Sarasota area. Stopped at beach where there were hardly any people but thousands of Royal tern birds which was an out of the world experience. It felt like thy just came for us 😍 Catching a stunning sunset from the Skyway Bridge that connects to St. Petersburg. Golden light dancin...
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A Journey Through Sunshine and Serenity: Our Florida Getaway

Embarking on a journey to Fort Lauderdale, our adventure began with a serene stay at the Miami Beach Ocean View Hotel. We reached late to hotel and when we opened our eyes, it was a pleasant welcome by morning sunrays. The first day was a delightful blend of cultures, starting with the vibrant Wynwood Walls neighborhood, where the gelato’s authenticity transported me straight to Italy. Dinner was an elegant affair at a chic restaurant, setting the tone for the days ahead. The second day greeted us with a hearty breakfast at South Beach, followed by an exhilarating bike ride along the Hollywood Beach Boardwalk with Jai. The thrill of surfing was complemented by the taste of fresh fish tacos and the unique Shark Tank drink. Jai really enjoyed surfing and tacos. As the day waned, Häagen-Dazs ice cream for me and frozen yogurt for Jai were the perfect sweet treats before an evening spent basking in the ocean’s embrace. On the third day, We savored  Einstein Miami bagel, a perfect start...
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A Luminous Lappish Adventure: Embracing the Arctic Wonders

As the winter chill sets in, the heart yearns for a tale of warmth and wonder. This is the story of our enchanting journey to Finnish Lapland, a land where the auroras dance and the spirit of adventure thrives. The Northern Lights: Nature’s Own Festivity Our odyssey began with a promise to witness the ethereal beauty of the  Northern Lights . Over the course of seven nights, the sky was our canvas for four nights, each display more breathtaking than the last. The auroras, with their vibrant ballet of colors, became the silent narrators of our nights. Helsinki: A Birthday Celebration In Helsinki, we celebrated Shri's birthday, a day marked by history and gastronomy. The old town’s architecture whispered stories of the past, while the majestic churches stood as sentinels of serenity which he is always fascinated by. The highlight was a Michelin-starred Finnish restaurant  Nokka , where each dish was a symphony of local flavors, display of an art and surprisingly all vegetarian!...
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Charming Chicago

  This third largest city in US is beautiful city along Chicago river and Lake Michigan is made of stunning buildings with world known architecture. Downtown Chicago is home to more than 100 sculptures, mosaics, and paintings  placed in plazas, lobbies, and on the Riverwalk It also has preserved all the history with many great museums. We visited museum of money, museum of illusion, museum of slime, aquarium and other historic buildings like library, Marquette building, rookery building!! Art is in every corner of a city and reminds you the great city of Florence.  Whole city is bike friendly with bike paths everywhere even in the heart of the city and big famous scenic bike route along Lake Michigan with great beach pit stops.Biking and Segway was fun to do activity along the pristine blue water! How can I forget the famous deep dish Pizza! It’s just amazing! Even the other crusts tastes different and very yummy! One of unique place is Nutella cafe where everyone is made...
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Maine Trip - July 2023

 It was a time to visit Maine again, it was third time. Summer is the best time to visit this state and enjoy the water and cold beer. Fresh Seafood is always good in any season here. We rented a beach house from our past experiences of super convenience to enjoy the sand and sea. Coffee with the view! This beach was super cool with huge palm size shells, big waves and very close to a creek where we enjoyed the backwater to the fullest including Baba. The house was in also close proximity with Portland and we could enjoy the very famous breweries, city vibes and amazingly beautiful water side parks. First two days were raining and it worked out very good for us, being cozy in the little condo after Shri's long trip from India and my crazy schedule during his absence. Jai enjoyed the lobster rolls and Ram enjoyed the local burger. Third day kids went to Children's museum while we there spent time at brewery as per Jai's suggestion and after that roamed around the waterside p...
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