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The J & E Riggin: A Culinary Adventure at Sea
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Fall in Vermont means taking the scenic route home 🍁🌾🍂

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Summer might over but I’m still dreaming about the food served onboard the J. & E. Riggin by @athomeatsea
The variety and caliber of the dishes that Chef Annie makes daily are simply astonishing. Especially when you keep in mind they are coming out of a teeny tiny galley. There is not much room in her kitchen, the wood burning stove takes up most of the space, yet she
prepares nightly feasts on par or even better than at any restaurant I have been to.

Have you been on a Maine Windjammer Cruise?

#visitmaine #cruise #foodie #downeast #mainething #seastheday #portholecruise #windjammer #sailingclassics #cruiselife #travel #cruiseaddict

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When I cruise I pack in just one roll-on bag. Yes, just one! I am fearful if I check my luggage and it gets lost, I will have to set sail with nothing except the clothes on my back.

I brought this @elizajdresses along with a few other easy-to-pack items on my last voyage onboard the @starclipperssailings .
See the link in my bio for my expert cruise packing tips 🧳
How many suitcases do you bring with you on a cruise? ⚓️

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In the heart of the Eastern Townships, not far from Montreal or Burlington, Vermont you will find over 20 notable wineries to visit.

One of the most beautiful is @domaineduridge. As you drive along the @routedesvins you will come through a long tunnel of trees that will lead you straight to the vineyard.

Once there you can enjoy tastings in the boutique, a game of pétanque (boules), guided tours, and wine classes.

Pack a picnic and enjoy it with a bottle of their wine on the terrace or in the garden.

Hopefully you will have chance to meet Denis, the owner. He is charming and knowledgeable and pours a great glass of wine 🍷

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The @balneaspa is tucked into a corner of the Eastern townships of Quebec. They have redefined the meaning of total relaxation using the thermal experience which is based on the hot-cold-rest cycle.

All over the property you will find places to get hot in saunas, steam rooms, soaking tubs, and even a sweat lodge.
Then dip off in any of the plunge pools, cool showers, waterfalls or mountain fed pond.
When you are ready to relax you can lay on a chaise lounge by the lake or float on an oversized mattress, nap in the Moroccan or aquarium room or two story solarium.
The is also a lounge and restaurant with food and drinks.
A full day pass is just $70 CAD. Truly a hidden gem!

#wellnesstravel #spatravel #getaway
#packyourbags

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Less than 45 minutes from Montreal, and just over the border from Vermont, The Brome-Missisquoi Wine Route includes 20 wineries 🍷 to visit.

You can tour the region by car or by bike. Each vineyard offers wine tastings a variety of activities.

At Val Caualies vineyard and cider house you can enjoy this spectacular view of the Appalachian Mountains while tasting their wines, cider and award winning vermouth.
Have you been to the @eastern.townships in Canada 🇨🇦?

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Nothing but net!
One of the best spots to hang out on the Royal Clipper is in the bowsprit netting. You can read a book or just relax and watch the world go by.

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Making a grand entrance for dinner down the center staircase on Royal Clipper @starclipperssailings

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I love to visit lesser known cruise ports.

Alghero, on the northwest coast of Sardina, is a perfect example. We wandered the cobblestone streets for hours ducking into small shops and eating lunch in a local trattoria.

Just another reason to love small ship cruising with @starclipperssailings! ⚓️ #cnntravel

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Enjoying the golden hour @sofitelrome

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I feel so fortunate to have experienced the magical sensation of sailing on the largest square rig on the seas.

The Royal Clipper has a unique atmosphere that is very different then large cruise ships.

You will feel like you are a guest of the owners rather than a passenger on a mega large cruise line.
Have you ever sailed with @starclipperssailings? #cnntravel #itravelbecause

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Just hanging out in the Mediterranean off the coast of Italy 🇮🇹. This is life onboard a small cruise ship like the @starclipperssailings Royal Clipper.

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We ordered the sunset special for dinner in port before heading back to the @starclipperssailings Royal Clippers. They delivered quite nicely don’t you think? #cnntravel #itravelbecause

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Cinque Terre is even more beautiful than I imagined. Fantastic @starclipperssailings excursion destination #moretoexplore

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227 passengers
42 sails
7 days
Cruising the coast of Italy
@starclipperssailings

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Conquering fears and bucket list items. Camel’s Hump ✔️

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A visit to Quebec City isn’t complete with out a trip to Ile d’Orleans. The island is roughly two times the size of Manhattan and is home to many farms, orchards and wineries like Maison Cassis Monna & Filles. In their tasting room you can sample their black currant wines, which are great for sangria, and crème de cassis. Don’t miss this on your next visit to @quebeccite #c2cgroup

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A visit to @quebeccite should include dinner at @ciel_bistrobar, a revolving restaurant at the top of Le Concorde Hotel. Go before sunset and watch the city transform. It takes a little over and hour to go around and enjoy the entire 360 degree views. •
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Staying on the @fairmontqueene Gold floor is the ultimate luxury. I am going to make the most of it.
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This beautiful old lighthouse overlooks Coast Guard Beach on the Cape Cod National Seashore.

This beach is great to visit during the day, but even better in the evening for a bonfire. The town only gives out three burn permits per night. Another secluded spot you should visit on Cape Cod. •
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