Category Archives: USA Travel

Beachin’ Walk

Posted on January 16, 2016 by kcbernick

Thursday, January 14 The grounds at The Palms are gorgeous – lush with flowers and palm trees – and quite close to the ocean. We wended our way to the beach, not a long trip at all. Before long, we … Continue reading →

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Goodbye Big Island, Hello Maui

Posted on January 15, 2016 by kcbernick

Tuesday, January 12 Our last full day on The Big Island, so we kept it easy. We went to King’s Shops and visited the shops we had missed the first time. I especially enjoy the art galleries that feature work … Continue reading →

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Pancakes and Waterfalls

Posted on January 13, 2016 by kcbernick

Monday, January 11 We started out early this morning, headed to Hilo. After about 30 minutes, we turned back when we realized we probably didn’t have enough fuel to make it all the way. When driving across the island, there … Continue reading →

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Relaxing

Posted on January 11, 2016 by kcbernick

Saturday, January 9 We stayed close to the condo today, venturing out only to pick up some groceries and do a little shopping. Sally made a delicious chicken dinner and we retired early. Sunday, January 10 The Vikings played Seattle … Continue reading →

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Hot Time at Kilauea

Posted on January 10, 2016 by kcbernick

Friday, January 8 We drove around the south end of the island to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, to see Kilauea, whose most recent eruption cycle has been going for a little over 30 years. During this time, over 200 structures have … Continue reading →

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The Big Island of Paradise

Posted on January 10, 2016 by kcbernick

Wednesday, January 6 We flew to the Big Island of Hawaii today with friends, Sally and Jeff. Mark and I have been here before, but our friends are first timers. We’ll spend a week here and then a week in … Continue reading →

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Reflections on Chicago

Posted on September 26, 2015 by kcbernick

Friday, September 25 Seven of us left from Minneapolis at 9 am, and arrived in Chicago around 10:25, then headed to the Knickerbocker Hotel, located near the Water Tower. This historic hotel is strategically located at one end of the Magnificent … Continue reading →

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The Attractions of Gull Lake

Posted on August 15, 2015 by kcbernick

Thursday, August 13 Nothing much going on.  We had a downpour last night, so it was hot and humid during the day today. Of course, for us Minnesotans, that means upper 80’s or lower 90’s. We melt if it gets … Continue reading →

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But Wait! There’s More, Gull Lake

Posted on August 11, 2015 by kcbernick

Monday, August 10 It was another lovely day. Dad wanted to go fishing, so we headed to town to get some bait and lures. After lunch, we took the boat out on the lake, and he cast his line. Although … Continue reading →

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Why I Live in Minnesota, Part II, continued

Posted on August 11, 2015 by kcbernick

Friday, August 7 A few of us headed into Pequot Lakes for some shopping. There are some nice boutiques, gift shops, and clothing and shoe stores in Pequot Lakes. Several articles of clothing and possibly more pairs of shoes were … Continue reading →

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