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"The Venice of Norway"

Norway Day 11

May 21, 2015November 23, 2018 Ms. Bird Nerd

In Norway, even the rest stops are awesome. Traveling the Lofoten tourist route. Visiting Henninsvaer, the “Venice of Norway.” A glass shop where Dawn wants all the things. Lefse and the Viking Museum. Continue reading Norway Day 11

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Paramount Ranch Filming Location in Agoura Hills CA

February 8, 2013November 22, 2018 Ms. Bird Nerd

My husband is a huge movie buff, so we of course had to visit Paramount Ranch when we lived in Ventura County. It is located in Agoura Hills, close to the LA/VC border. Paramount Ranch has been used for filming … Continue reading Paramount Ranch Filming Location in Agoura Hills CA

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Paihia Day 3

March 9, 2011November 23, 2018 Ms. Bird Nerd

A visit to the Waitangi Treaty grounds and the town of Russell, once called “the hell-hole of the Pacific.” Also, a “Hole in the Rock” boat cruise. Continue reading Paihia Day 3

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France Day 7

June 24, 2008November 23, 2018 Ms. Bird Nerd

A sobering visit to the D-Day beaches and American Cemetery in Normandy. Continue reading France Day 7

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Amalfi Honeymoon, Day 8

September 22, 2005November 22, 2018 Ms. Bird Nerd

Pompeii, busy buses, and an unfortunate shoe choice. Continue reading Amalfi Honeymoon, Day 8

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