I wasn’t entirely sure what to expect from Washington, D.C., but it certainly wasn’t what I found: a calm, elegant city draped in history, dotted with grand monuments, leafy parks, and more playful squirrels than I’ve ever seen in one place! All very friendly too!😋 We had just 36 hours in the capital and that […]
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There are lessons no classroom, textbook, or lecture can ever fully teach us. Some truths can only be learned by stepping outside your comfort zone, walking unfamiliar streets, and letting new places change you in ways you never expected. Travelling is one of the most profound forms of education and that because it teaches not
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As I mentioned in a previous article where I talk about Lake Como, San Marino was part of our 10-day road trip through Italy. And although it was a shorter stop than we would have liked, it was more than enough to fall in love with this enchanting tiny state. Freedom – the true Sammarinese
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The leaves are turning, But my heart stands still And ever green. I found myself whispering this little poem to myself last fall, and now I keep repeating it like a mantra. Healing through change became a realisation I lived by, allowing me to grow in unforeseen ways. I don’t even know where it came
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Ah, Québec ! One of my favorite cities in the world and truly the perfect destination for a fall escape! Its main attractions would satisfy even the most picky tourist out there, because Quebec City has something for everyone. I visited this splendid city last October, and it turned out to be exactly what my heart
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I’m gonna be honest with you — Florida was never on my travel bucket list. But fate (and a cruise ship that I will tell you all about soon) had other plans. My journey through the land of eternal sunshine began right here, in Fort Lauderdale, a place often called the Venice of America. So,
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Dear reader, Today I am sending you a postcard from my soul. There is a reason why this blog is called Poema Postcards and that is because poetry is one of my favorite ways of expression. Ever since I was a child, writing has helped me process my emotions and for me personally there is
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I bet the title already caught your eye, because after all, who would not want to explore this stunning destination and see as much as possible of it? The secret though, is not to rush, but to savor it slowly, at your pace, in the dolce farniente style. Guarded by the Alps and surrounded by
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Say “Sorrento” and your heart smiles! …And your mouth might pucker just a little. Don’t worry, I’m just joking, because Sorrento lemons are nothing like the ones you find in a supermarket. Soft, juicy, sweet, and with a gentle acidity, the lemons from this part of the world are perfect for eating and are a staple
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I started this blog with the idea of sharing little meaningful souvenirs from my trips with the world.When we travel, we’re always searching for ways to bring a little piece of our journey back home. Some people buy fridge magnets, others collect keychains or T-shirts. I have a wall covered with dozens of postcards from
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