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To our veterans, thank you for your service and sacrifices. In World War II, my grandfather contracted malaria not once but twice while fighting in New Guinea. He would survive the war and live into old age, but his body and soul would never fully recover. His is just one story of millions. So, to all those who are now wearing or have worn our uniform, thank you.

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Another stop on our favorite Washington, D.C. bike tour (see link in bio) is the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial. The Stone of Hope statue here depicts not only the man, but the unfinished legs convey a life cut short. The statue was inspired by his famous “I Have a Dream” speech: “Out of the mountain of despair, a stone of hope.” Do you have a favorite King quote? There are so many great ones, it is truly hard to choose.

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One of the many hats I wear is “Airbnb host” in Washington, D.C. I constantly get questions from visitors about the best places to eat, how to get around, what must-see sights they shouldn’t miss, etc. So, I’m writing a series of articles to help guests make the most of their time in D.C. At the link in the bio, you can find my top pick for the best bike tour in D.C. (and also why you may want to strongly consider a bike tour in the first place!).
What would you like to know about visiting Washington, D.C.?

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I’m honor of Korea’s National Foundation Dat (Oct 3), we are sharing on the blog information about free tours of Seoul from Incheon airport. Learn more by clicking on the link in the bio.

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Gyeongbokgung Palace is one of the places you can visit on a free transit tour from Incheon airport in Seoul, Korea. Click on the link in the bio to learn more about these free tours and access a list of other airports offering free city tours. Have you ever tried one of these tours? How was your experience?

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Churches in Singapore? Absolutely! This melting pot has places of worship for many different religions. Whether you’d like to visit a temple, mosque, or church (like the former Convent of the Holy Infant Jesus Chapel shine here), you won’t have to travel far. What are some of the other great Melting Pots of their world?

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How do you feel about photography in places of worship? Even where it is permitted, it feels disruptive to me. I quickly snapped this shot in a Buddhist temple in Singapore, before burying my phone back in my purse. I don’t like the feeling of infringing on someone else’s spiritual practice. Is it just me? What would you do?

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The House of Tan Teng Niah has rightfully been dubbed the most colorful house in Singapore. It is the last surviving Chinese villa in Little India. The home belonged to a Chinese business owner who ran a confectionery shop/factory in the neighborhood. It was lovingly renovated in the 1980s and today is a very popular spot for tourists and photographers. What is the most colorful building you’ve visited?

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With the head of a lion and the body of a fish, the Merlion is Singapore’s official mascot. The head represents the city-state’s original name (the “lion city”), while the body symbolizes its humble beginnings as a fishing village. There are seven Merlion statues in Singapore, the most famous one being here in Merlion Park near the central business district. What are some other interesting city mascots?

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”Mere color can speak to the soul in a thousand different ways.” —Oscar Wilde. Stroll along Serangoon Road in Singapore’s Little India and duck into any arcade, and you will find no shortage of opportunities to live in color. What is one of the most colorful destinations you have visited?

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Singapore’s Chinatown is a feast for the eyes. Color everywhere! This gorgeous table setting outside a temple stopped us in our tracks. I’d love to sit here with 50 or so of my closest friends! You all know who you are. 😘

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“Hey mom, isn’t that the building from Crazy Rich Asians?” 😂. The boys were thrilled to recognize so many Singapore sites from that movie. What are your favorite movie-city connections?

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Parents love to complain about teens, but I think traveling with teenagers is the best! They are interested in everything. They are old enough to do pretty much anything you might want to do. They have great stamina. And they will remember your adventures for the rest of their lives! This photo was taken on our last outing in Australia. For three weeks, I got to enjoy their company without the distraction of devices (pro tip: do NOT buy your kids a local SIM card when you go abroad). Before I know it, they will be off in college, but we will always have the memories of this amazing time together.

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This young man is handling the deadliest snake on the planet. One drop of its venom is strong enough to kill 100 men. As I watched this, my mom brain kept thinking “where is this boy’s mother?” 😂. Seriously, how would you feel about your son or daughter working with dangerous animals?

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I hope your long weekend is as chill as this kangaroo! Enjoy!
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What’s your favorite travel souvenir? I tend to collect postcards. In Australia, this hat was a must-have for my youngest son.

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Queensland is the only state in Australia where holding/cuddling a koala is permitted. By law, koalas, like this one, who are trained to interact with people (and be held) can only work 30 minutes per day. Have you ever held a koala? Would you want to?

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The Great Barrier Reef calls! When you are in the water at the reef, it is impossible to comprehend it’s scale. Do you think it is closest in size to:
A. Jamaica
B. Germany or
C. Argentina
Take a guess in the comments!

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It’s hard to let go!! One of my sons became a certified scuba diver at the ripe old age of 14. Now at 16, he had the opportunity to dive the Great Barrier Reef. As a non-diver myself, I had to let him go with a guide and wait patiently all the while muttering “Please don’t die; Please don’t die.” This parenting business is not for the weak! Have you had to cut the apron strings to let your kids do what right and good for them?

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