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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.

Have you attended an Oregon Seafood & Wine Event ?

Posted on November 13, 2012 by storiesbygary

With Thanksgiving in a week, and the Christmas holidays around the corner, my mind is wandering to the new year, and which of the many major wine events I will choose to attend this year. I always try to attend … Continue reading →

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Support your local Winery, and reap the benefits

Posted on November 12, 2012 by storiesbygary

I spend much of my time behind my desk, writing about my travel experiences to exotic destinations, meeting fantastic people, eating simply mind blowing foods, and drinking the best wines. That’s where I am when not sitting here, although much … Continue reading →

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Pre-Release 2011 Pinot Noir Wine Tasting at Domaine Drouhin

Posted on November 10, 2012 by storiesbygary

As I drove into the estate of Domaine Drouhin Vineyards and their bright orange vineyards I immediately noticed a ton of vehicles parked along the gravel roads. The event I was her for had just started 30 minutes prior, so … Continue reading →

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The World of Wine Apps

Posted on November 6, 2012 by storiesbygary

Talking about “best wine apps” is something in today’s fast paced market that can be a futile attempt to nail.  That being said, I will try to stick to “Apps” connected to wine programs that I have been using for … Continue reading →

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You can swirl, sniff and sip, but do you swallow ?

Posted on November 2, 2012 by storiesbygary

A short while ago I had the opportunity as well as pleasure to attend the IPNC12, which is the International Pinot Noir Conference, held in McMinnville each year. This international wine event is attended by many of the best producers … Continue reading →

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When the “boys” get together with to much wine !

Posted on November 1, 2012 by storiesbygary

So, if you have read my previous blog article about my fantastic fly fishing trip with Damien of Deep Canyon Outfitters in Sisters Oregon, your imagination is probably going wild, right ? I’m sure that you were tantalized when I … Continue reading →

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The “Wine Aerator”, better tasting wine, fact or fiction ?

Posted on October 31, 2012 by storiesbygary

Whether you are a wine virgin or someone who has enjoyed the finest wines of the world, we all have experienced a variety of methods for preparing and serving wine, in restaurants, homes as well as events. It’s fair to … Continue reading →

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When a Vintner and his wife invite you to lunch

Posted on October 30, 2012 by storiesbygary

Well, the fact is the vintner didn’t exactly invite me to lunch, but in a way, I invited myself. The fact is that a this summer I attended a benefit event, sponsored by “Salud” here in the Willamette Valley Oregon … Continue reading →

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A dangerous adventure on the Deschutes River

Posted on October 29, 2012 by storiesbygary

I just returned from three days of fly fishing on the world famous Deschutes River in Eastern Oregon. This is a trip that my physician has been doing with the same three guys for the past 15 years at this … Continue reading →

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Hello world..here’s Gary’s Travel Blog

Posted on October 11, 2012 by storiesbygary

Here I am world! Gary and his new travel and wine blog. If you follow you will be reading exciting stories of the world of travel, wine food and who knows hat else. Stay tuned 😉

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