tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-87417890824003616562011-11-19T05:15:24.856-05:00I go, I see, I snap some pics, then I share it with you! See how I roll...and walk, and fly!Nettiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09554557885479281927noreply@blogger.comBlogger321100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8741789082400361656.post-28181310811263132912011-01-02T09:21:00.007-05:002011-01-02T09:35:27.613-05:00

What better way to start 2011 than to reflect on the travel that occurred in 2010? The big trip was to Germany. Below are some of my favorite, previously unposted, pics from the trip. (check out links at end for previously posted pics)Best of Munich 2010Best of Berlin 2010Best of Bamberg 2010Bells of Salzburg 2010 (courtesy of http://nettiegoboom.blogspot.com )

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Top 10 things NOT to forget when you board that plane!10. Gum - makes ear popping a little less painful9. Vitamin C - Questionable germs in a sealed tin can. Better safe than sorry!8. Water. I bring 2 empties through security and fill them before I board. 7. Snacks. $3.50 for a cookie? Puh-leez. I like nuts, dried cranberries, crackers, and chocolate.6. Ear plugs and Eye mask. Crying

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I'm about to embark on my first trip to Germany. The occasion? My dear friend Dörte has invited me, and a bunch of other fun folk to celebrate her birthday in her hometown in Thielbeer. Although, that's reason enough to go, as luck would have it, her birthday just happens to coincide with the most famous (and longest running) wedding celebration on Earth: OKTOBERFEST!Oh yeah...I'm so

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Things I saw on this glorious day! Enjoy!

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I just flew in from Providence, and BOY are my arms tired! YUK YUK! Anywhoo, the weather was fantasmagorical. Enjoy the pics.

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Rockin' and a Rollin, Splishin' and a Splashin'!This is the first of what I hope is a series of weekend road trips. Yeah, gas is pricey, again, but I can offset those carbons by riding my bike to work as often as possible!Distance Cambridge to Plymouth 34 miles. A mini-road trip this time.Plymouth Rock . Have you seen it? This is the place where the Pilgrims landed when they hopped off the

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Is it finally over? Winter has lasted SOOOOOO LONG! Global Warming? Yeah, I believe. It's just taking it's dang time! (Sorry folks, who will end up under water!!!)Travel plans are heating up. I'm in desperate need for a Va-Ca, but my only firm trip is Oktoberfest in Munich (oh the humanity). A dear friend has invited me to spend some times toolin' around Chicago, and my Austin peeps are

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I've heard of Footzyrolls before. The idea was to sell them in vending machines in NYC nightclubs, but when I saw them featured in a Facebook ad today, I though, those would be perfect for lady travelers, who want to feel comfortable eating in a nice restaurant after spending the day walking around a big city. I remember feeling awkard going into a nice restaurant in Paris after spending the

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I visited www.43things.com and saw that a lot of folks have resolved to do some traveling in 2010.How about you? Where ya headin'? Anywhere fun? Somewhere new? Going back somewhere you love? Just visiting family? Let me know! I'd love to hear about it!Did you get new luggage for Xmas? Yeah, me neither, but my birthay is at the end of March...hint...hint! :-D

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When it's cold out there...I imagine myself HERE!

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In no particular order. Not even the things I love the MOST about Troy...Mr. SnowmanGreen Island BridgeConcrete slabs that spell out Troy

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Michael Kappeler/AFP/Getty ImagesCheck out these great New Year Fireworks videos from around the world.SydneyTaipeiLondonMoscowRomaniaI think my resolution is to spend New Year 2011 in Sydney. Fantastic weather and an unparalleled fireworks display. What's not to love???

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I'm not the only Fitch that loves travel! Here's Ms. NayNay at the Georgia Aquarium in Atlanta.

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I am amazed at how many buildings were adorned by amazing steet art in Montréal! To use the word graffiti doesn't begin to do justice to the works executed on brick, wood, concrete and stucco facades in a nearly every neighborhood. I've learned since, that the city of Montréal actually pays former graffiti taggers to create these gems!I'm sure I've only scratched the surface. I,

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#5. Use "Aloha" and "Mahalo" as much as possible! It's good manners! Aloha, you know is Hello and Goodbye. Mahalo means Thank You! Don't be discouraged by the waitresses and bartenders not reciprocating. They're all from the mainland too!#4 Order a Mai Tai everywhere you go. Every place claims to make the BEST Mai Tai in Hawaii. Obviously, someone is lying. You won't know who, until

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Ok, it's been WAY too long since I've posted. It's not that I haven't been anywhere amazing. Oh you know I have! I've just lost perspective. It's really all about perspective isn't it? What's important? It's so easy to get blown off course, just trying to make it through. But you can not embrace your passion without focus, grit, and determination.So, today, I vow to get back on track. To

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Summer is 10 days away, HOWEVER the front runner in the most bad ass summer song is 4 Minutes with Madonna and JT. Says who? Roomie Alison and I says so, that's who! :-)You know you love it...

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What is it about the beach that instantly drops your blood pressure the second your toes sink into the sand? Although I live in Boston, which is by no means known as a tropical destination, I am a 15 minute drive from the ocean and several sandy beaches. Sure there are no (real) palm trees, old wooden roller coasters, cotton candy, nor any quarter arcades (skee ball, anyone?), but there are

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I guess it had to happen. All the more reason to become a carry-on only traveler. While researching travel tips solo travelers, I learned how to pack for long stays with one carry-on sized bag. It's the best way to avoid lost luggage, the burden of a single person dealing with multiple bags, and NOW luggage fees! The secret is two fold: PACK LIGHT. Yeah, it's a no brainer, but what you need

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Ugh! It's been too long since my last trip! I'm jonesing hardcore for the feel of warm sand between my toes...or the magic of Sheraton's Heavenly Bed (I'd like one for Xmas...hint hint)! The joy of guiltless cheesesteaks in Philly, salty BBQ in Kansas City, and crispy fish tacos in San Diego, (everyone knows there are no calories on vacation!. Winter has been long. Winter has been harsh.

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*Giggle* Ok, those aren't the springs I'm talking about! After three long months of early sunsets, icy sidewalks, and two blankets on the bed, there are finally signs of relief! First Sign: Easter is early this year! Obviously, the Easter bunny isn't going to be hiding those eggs while Frosty the Snow Man is still tromping around the neighborhood...so that means Winter is through!Second Sign:

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Hey Kids! Sorry it's been so long since my last post. Sometimes life intervenes, and keeps you away from the blogosphere, but it never keeps me from traveling! Thought you'd giggle at the image of my mom and I at the World of Coca Cola in Atlanta.I had flown through Atlanta many times, but had never spent any time in the city itself, so I decided to tack on a trip to this hotbed of the New

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Any serious traveler knows about Rick Steves' great PBS series, and unparalleled travel guides. Read this article from CNN.COM about stretching your weak US dollar in Europe. Don't let the weakness keep you home! http://www.cnn.com/2008/TRAVEL/traveltips/01/25/dollar.europe/index.html

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Love the Yellow Pages!Anyone who has traveled with me knows of my deep love of the phone book. Love it. Did you know it's a valuable source of free maps (go ahead and rip them out!), phone numbers and addresses for all the sites in your host city. You will usually also find a listing of all the local museums, parks, and attractions, along with an events calendar.Another awesome thing about the

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Every good trip has to have a SOUNDTRACK! You know...those songs that stick in your head long after you return to your real life. Songs you wouldn't ordinary hear as part of your 9-5 office routine. No, these are the songs you hear from the rental car's stereo speakers as you cruise around town. It's the songs blasting from behind the counter at every t-shirt shop along the beach. Every

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It was during a research trip for a college class that I discovered the amazing scenic glory of Hillsborough, New Hampshire. It's not the boulder strewn mountain streams that make this place so unique. Steep forested hills and quick running streams are typical for this part of Southern New Hampshire. What makes this town a gem in the Monadnock Region actually cross those streams.Located about

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It was completely by accident that I learned one of the most valuable travel lessons of all: you should take a vacation from your vacation. Ok, what does that mean?I think I'm like a lot of travelers who try to cram as much into their trips as humanly possible, in spite of the fact that we always end up returning from our vacations exhausted! Isn't vacation supposed to be a refreshing change

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Some time during the research and planning stages of my first trip to California this past July, I became enamored with the idea of surfing. Nah, I haven't seen the movie Blue Crush (yet), and I must admit that although I can swim, I'm a little afraid of the water! And in spite of all this, I've allowed myself to imagine myself on a surfboard. Yeah. Right. Sure!Ok, with the craptacular shape

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Need a mini vacation, but have NO CASH??? Do what I do: Visit your own town like a Tourist!I must admit, I have it easy. I live in Boston which is a prime tourist destination, but, though I've lived here for a total of 10 years, I'm constantly reminded of the things I haven't seen or done in this city. I hadn't even been to the beach, in spite of the fact that I only live 30 minutes away by

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I took this photo on Clearwater Beach in Florida with my old Largan Chameleon camera. It came out surprisingly well, considering it was definitely on it's last legs after many years of faithful service.Views like this are what fuel my travel bug. I can't look at this picture without sighing. I can almost feel the sand beneath my toes as I type... ;) Travel on!

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Two things I did clearly remember from my whirlwind trip to Paris and Nice during May 2002: I learned the true meaning of "walking it off" and somehow, I missed going to the top of the Eiffel Tower!I know what you're thinking..."How the hell does one go toParis and NOT visit the Eiffel Tower?" Oh I visited the tower...let me explain.Although I was holed up for 9 hours during the flight from

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Wow! I'm a blogger! Ooh, it feels a little naughty, but don't worry, folks! I'll keep it clean! Let's start with the reason I created this blog: I LOVE TO TRAVEL! There, I said it! Almost as much as travel, I love to TALK about travel! The places I've been, the places I'd love to visit, and the places I wish I could UN-visit! I don't pretend to be an expert on travel. Lord knows, every

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