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One Word Resolutions and Your New Year Resolutions Essay

By Marilee Kostadimas | Lifestyle
Do you ever see those "one word for the year" captions and posts on social media besides the usual New Year resolutions and goals? Do ...
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Honeymoon Capital of the World: Niagara Falls Romantic Honeymoon History

By Marilee Kostadimas | Lifestyle
Why is Niagara Falls called the honeymoon capital of the world? The cities of Niagara Falls, Ontario, and Niagara Falls, New York, both share these ...
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Venice Italy is an ideal incentive travel destination

What is Incentive Travel, and Why Does Incentive Tourism Matter?

By Marilee Kostadimas | Lifestyle
Let's talk about incentive travel and why incentive tourism matters to you, whether you're planning corporate trips or personal vacations. In seven words, we can ...
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Grafton street pedestrian walking mall at night time lit up by all the Christmas lights and decorations wishing you Nollaig Shona Duit during the festive season

Peace, Light, Love, and Joy in the Festive Season

By Marilee Kostadimas | Lifestyle
"We shall find peace. We shall hear the angels. We shall see the sky sparkling with diamonds." (Anton Chekhov) A long flight from San Francisco to ...
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