By Janet and Ron Stager (Ron is an ITWPA Member.) We have always tried to take a trip to celebrate our anniversary. This year, since we live in Costa Rica, we went to a resort nestled in the rain forest on a mountain across from the Arenal Volcano called The Lost Iguana Resort. When you first arrive you notice the buildings are so well-designed and constructed that they blend … [Read more...] about Romantic Getaway in the Rain Forest
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Planned, Polished and Proud
By Keith Langston ITWPA Member“Please -- no photos in this area!” The announcement is firm as our guide leads the way along the glassed corridor. On either side are large rooms containing stainless steel machinery and white-coated workers who ignore you. The corridor ends abruptly. Though fascinated with activities in the sterile rooms, you are not here primarily … [Read more...] about Planned, Polished and Proud
Come and See the Lava — Big Island Hawaii
By Bob Starink The Big Island of Hawaii doesn’t have the glitz of Oahu but it does have the volcano. Kilauea, with its ongoing lava flows, is a major enticement away from the beaches of Honolulu. We stayed in Hilo, the capital and closest city from which to visit Volcanoes National Park. We opted for a morning helicopter flight to study the big picture before heading out … [Read more...] about Come and See the Lava — Big Island Hawaii
Art in the Sun
By Allen Dale OlsonIf you could create the Mediterranean village of your choice, you’d create Ceret. Ancient stone houses along cobblestone streets. Roman arches. Plane trees shading the village square and the cafe tables that spill out into it. Only 7,600 inhabitants. Backed up by the eastern slope of the Pyrenees, including the snow-capped Mount Canigou. Fronted seven … [Read more...] about Art in the Sun
How to Vacation Like a Movie Star in Mexico
By Connie Werner Reichert ITWPA MemberIt’s easy to vacation like a movie star in Mexico. All you have to do is cross the border from San Diego into Tijuana and drive south for a few miles until you reach Rosarito Beach, an area in Baja/Cal-Mex known for its Puerto Nuevo lobster, glorious coastline and movie stars.What do Sinatra, Hayworth, Douglas, Peck and Monroe have … [Read more...] about How to Vacation Like a Movie Star in Mexico