Apr.21.2021
Take a scenic drive down through the mountains, Blue Ridge to the east and the Great Smokies to the west, to reach Johnson City of East Tennessee. Johnson City oozes Southern charm and has the feel of a city much bigger than its size. If your visit is anything like mine, you will feel a connection right away. Johnson City has so much history (railroad, Civil War, and Revolutionary War) but doesnât get lost in the past. Itâs growing by leaps and bounds and one of the Tri-Cities (along with Bristol and Kingsport). Here is how to spend a perfect day in Johnson City, Tennessee.
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Jan.15.2021
If you have cruised the Caribbean, chances are, you are familiar with the concept of going to the cruise linesâ private island. Here, you can enjoy the beautiful beaches and amenities without having the crowds from every ship in port. Half Moon Cay (pronounced
key) is an exceptional one of these offerings, purchased by Holland America Cruise Lines for $6 million in 1996 for their fleet. Currently, less than 5 percent of the original land purchased has been utilized.
While other cruisers may be dealing with 10,000 or more people in ports, you will be soaking up the sun and indulging in Caribbean festivities all day long in the fantastic Bahamas. Half Moon Cay (or Little San Salvador Island), Bahamas, offers hundreds of lounge chairs, umbrellas and clamshells, picnic shelters, and several restaurants and bars. Plus, the landscape and scenery are lovely! Here are six reasons to fall in love with Half Moon Cay: the deciding factors for me.
3. Stunning Beaches
The Dominican Republicâs beaches are exquisite. The closest one is Maimon, a fifteen-minute walk from the cruise port. Be sure to have your cruise card and a valid ID with you before embarking on the journey. Maimon is perfect for relaxing in the soft sand, reading a book, taking a nap, or cooling off in the water.
If you donât mind springing for a taxi, I recommend Sosua Beach, about 30 minutes away from the port and minutes from historic downtown Puerto Plata. The water is stunning, with layers of blues, and it is a decent spot for snorkeling, which isnât too strenuous at this beach. There are places you can rent jet-skis, too. A little further away is Cabarete Bay, great for watching kites and wind-surfers and seeing huge waves.