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About storiesbygary

I am a Freelance Writer / Photographer, living in Belize, Central America. I create travel related articles from around the globe, for international magazines, blogs and websites and my own published books.

Business Spotlight….The Placencia Yacht Club, Placencia, Belize

Posted on March 11, 2024 by storiesbygary

Location, Location, Location, Does the Placencia Yacht Club Nail that ! Although it feels like a lot longer, the Placencia Yacht Club has only been open for a little over two years now. With its commanding view of Placencia Harbor, … Continue reading →

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Part five of our six week Asia Tour- Phuket / AoNang, Krabi

Posted on February 1, 2024 by storiesbygary

Exploring some of the most beautiful beaches and waters in the world. We had decided to end our Southeast Asia experience on the Southern Beaches and Islands of Thailand, a relaxing final week before heading back to the beaches of … Continue reading →

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Part-Five of our six-week Asia Tour- Chiang Mai, Thailand.

Posted on January 22, 2024 by storiesbygary

The Land of exotic food, spices, countryside, elephants and smiles.     Bangkok Airport Although I could have stayed in Bangkok longer, it was time to move onto our next adventure in Thailand, Chiang Mai, somewhere new to me. I was very … Continue reading →

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Part Four of our Six-Week Asia Tour…. Bangkok, Thailand

Posted on January 12, 2024 by storiesbygary

      Bangkok City, Attractions. The excitement I felt the morning we left for the Siem Riep Airport was well beyond belief, as this was what I had been waiting for now, over 30 years, for my return. We had heard that … Continue reading →

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Placencia, Belize….Central America…Your Perfect Retirement Destination.

Posted on January 4, 2024 by storiesbygary

Absolutely, Placencia, Belize, offers a picturesque setting that makes it an idyllic retirement destination. Here’s a blog exploring why this stunning locale stands out for retirees seeking tranquility, adventure, and a high quality of life. Paradise Found: Placencia, Belize – … Continue reading →

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Part 3 of our six week Southeast Tour….Cambodia

Posted on December 22, 2023 by storiesbygary

Well….I got thru re-visiting Vietnam pretty well, let’s see how I do in Cambodia ? It’s been fifty years since my “visit’s” to Cambodia, where I never visited any of the major villages or cities. I only saw mountaintops and … Continue reading →

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Part 2 of our Six Week Southeast Vacation- Vietnam

Posted on December 12, 2023 by storiesbygary

“Returning to my re-curing nightmare”, PTSD Maker. Like I stated in my first blog about this trip to Asia, it was not in the plans originally, which was just going to Thailand. I had visited Thailand four times in the … Continue reading →

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The Journey….My return to Southeast Asia

Posted on December 6, 2023 by storiesbygary

The beginning of our six country journey from Belize, Central America….My Home. This blog will take you on a journey encompassing six countries over a five week period. Twenty years ago, wife Marsha and I were planning a trip to … Continue reading →

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My Next Adventure….Southeast Asia…At Last

Posted on June 20, 2023 by storiesbygary

With last Novembers month in South America behind us, the decision on our next adventure took us into debates on the “bucket list”, and where was next. Marsha has always wanted to go to the Scandinavian Countries, I yearn to … Continue reading →

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Maya Beach, Belize….The New “Top Destination”

Posted on January 17, 2023 by storiesbygary

Known for it’s beautiful beaches, handful of small resorts and restaurants, and the feel of a quiet safe community, Maya Beach has morphed into a key destination in Belize for not only tourists but Expats as well. Over the past … Continue reading →

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