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Travel Daydreams

 It's pretty clear that my travel life was definitely on the wane anyway, but COVID-19 has pretty much made travel a non-starter for me. But that doesn't mean I can't still think about it, fantasize and dream.

I took a quiz on Travel+Leisure to find my ideal beach vacation.  I answered a few questions and was matched up with . . .

 Ipanema Beach, Rio de Jainero, Brazil

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Maybe. Although my exotic beach vacations tended to be in places like Abaco in the Bahamas -- the kind my step-daughter once referred to as "one step above a deprivation tank."

Some of my best vacation memories actually were in desert areas and I love mountain getaways too.

Lot of time for daydreaming lately.







    Comments

    1. Arkansas PattiFebruary 20, 2021 at 9:03 AM

      I did always enjoy the Bahamas. Perhaps because my family came back to the states from there.
      There is a big blank spot on your post. Don't know what was there. Anyway, my dream destination is just getting to the mailbox without slugging through a foot of snow:)

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    2. MaebemeFebruary 20, 2021 at 10:17 AM

      I miss travelling so much. My favorite beach is Reduit Beach on St. Lucia, even though it is a man made beach. The beach that most disappointed me was Waikiki Beach on Oahu. But these days, if I could dip my toes in the water I'd be happy to do so.

      Take care, stay well.

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    3. gigi-hawaiiFebruary 20, 2021 at 10:37 AM

      Well, I live in Hawaii and rarely go to the beach. Lol.

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    4. KayFebruary 20, 2021 at 3:46 PM

      Oh dear. I just started to write something and it disappeared.
      Anyway, I was just saying that Art had signed us up again for our Viking trip next year with friends. I'm keeping my fingers crossed that it will be safe. I'm not as confident as he is.

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    5. oklhdanFebruary 20, 2021 at 7:25 PM

      I've never been out of the US but I daydream of going to Scotland or Ireland. Right now I'd settle for a trip just about anywhere. I know it is in our future....

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    6. TomFebruary 21, 2021 at 10:03 AM

      Ha ha. I think we're all dreaming of sunny places on distant beaches. Keeps us sane!

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    7. Jenn JilksFebruary 21, 2021 at 10:30 AM

      Day dreaming is good. I really only like day trips.

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    8. Mitch DavisFebruary 21, 2021 at 3:53 PM

      I'm looking forward to my next cruise. Got to get that vaccine first!
      https://retirementcoffeeshop.blogspot.com/

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    9. JoaredFebruary 22, 2021 at 5:53 AM

      Glad you can enjoy your fantasy trips. Maybe you can make it a reality one day. Am reminded of that song I liked so well years ago -- The Girl From Impanema.
      I haven't fantasized much about beaches as a light-skinned redhead who has had to beware of too much sun.

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    10. Granny AnnieFebruary 23, 2021 at 10:26 AM

      I am not much of a traveler, other than visiting my kids. Now that I have had my first COVID vaccine and the second is scheduled I am feeling eager to hit the trail again soon.

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    11. Margaret (Peggy or Peg too)February 24, 2021 at 7:25 AM

      A warm beach in the Caribbean or Hawaii would be just what the doctor ordered!

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