Tag Archives: vacation

When I die, I will come back as a puppy!

Posted on June 21, 2013 by storiesbygary

Father’s Day 2013 found me in one of my happy places, of which I have many. This year, it was on one of my favorite golf courses, in Myrtle Creek, Oregon. My wife who is a regular golf partner, long … Continue reading →

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You will see the endless possibilities

Posted on June 11, 2013 by storiesbygary

Anyone who has experienced opening day fishing knows the feeling of not being able to sleep in anticipation of what morning brings. It seemed as though I had slept only an hour or two when I awoke at 6 AM … Continue reading →

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Fish On! A week on the famous trout waters of Montana!

Posted on June 4, 2013 by storiesbygary

My travel adventures have just taken a whole new dimension, with the addition of my newest travel companion, Oliver. Oliver is a 10 week old Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, who will be traveling with me on my adventures around the … Continue reading →

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Busted! There I am, drinking at the bar again!

Posted on May 20, 2013 by storiesbygary

As a travel and wine writer, my destinations can involve wine events and various interesting facts and attractions in the area as well as restaurant reviews. Often my articles are just on the travel location with nothing to do with … Continue reading →

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If “Duck Commander” can vacation in Hawaii, so can you!

Posted on May 10, 2013 by storiesbygary

The gentle warm tropical breeze flutters in the palm leaves swaying over your lounger as you watch the paddleboards glide over the calm waters of the bay. As you reach for the little pink umbrella protruding from your Mai Tai … Continue reading →

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Wine, Romance & Luxury in Napa / Sonoma “on the cheap?” really?

Posted on May 9, 2013 by storiesbygary

                    If your thinking about taking a trip to Napa / Sonoma California’s “Wine Country”, and staying at one of the many Luxury Resorts, the idea of getting a good deal … Continue reading →

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Get Crabs, drinking wine and fly through the air without a plane in Astoria, Oregon?

Posted on May 3, 2013 by storiesbygary

Every year my experience in Astoria, Oregon this time of year is exciting, and I always find a new experience while there, at least one. This year was no exception to that rule, and I have to tell you, if … Continue reading →

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Bring that special bottle of wine on vacation

Posted on April 18, 2013 by storiesbygary

As we start getting closer to summer and the most popular travel months, planning ahead isn’t all about luggage, airline tickets, car rentals, it’s about location. Something we should all add to our planning is if there isn’t a good … Continue reading →

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A “Taste of Temecula”, surprise your palate

Posted on March 24, 2013 by storiesbygary

I had purchased two very fine, thick cut steaks yesterday to cook on the Traeger Smoker / Barbecue, which if you have never experienced, your just missing out, just saying. Of course, with a juicy steak, on a Friday night, … Continue reading →

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Travel with wine? Why not!

Posted on March 21, 2013 by storiesbygary

As we start getting closer to that time of year when travel plans start to take shape, I start to think of ways I have made traveling the world a little bit better. Traveling lighter, planning things ahead, and speaking … Continue reading →

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