A Favorite Bookstore ~ Eagle Harbor Books, Bainbridge Island, WA

 

 

 

If you live near or are visiting Seattle, take the ferry to Bainbridge Island to explore Eagle Harbor Book Company.

A short walk from the ferry, on Winslow Way, you will find everything you desire in a bookstore:

  • Helpful, knowledgeable staff
  • Comfortable surroundings
  • Terrific selection
    • Genres include Military History, Native America, Northwest Travel, Local Interest
  • Wide array of staff selections and book club readings
  • Ample room to browse
  • Interesting non-book items include “Knowledge Cards” (“Great Lines from Great Movies”), tote bags, socks, cards, calendars.
  • You can go online and sign up for their monthly newsletter and check upcoming events

https://www.eagleharborbooks.com/

Photos ~ Bainbridge Island, WA

 

 

 

 

 

Explore Historic Charleston

Always ranked very high on any list of the world’s best cities to visit (“Top 10” of Travel and Leisure’s 2018 list), Charleston has much to offer you when you visit. You will feel comfortable walking about, browsing the shops and enjoying the local cuisine, beaches and golf courses. Here are some of my favorite things to do:

  • Walk about the beautifully preserved historic area and waterfront
  • Enjoy the quiet of an early morning saunter
  • Contemplate Charleston’s history as you visit Fort Sumter
  • Tour the preserved mansions and gardens
  • Stroll the cobblestone streets
  • Admire the many beautiful flower boxes
  • Gaze at the narrow passageways between homes
  • Marvel at the beautiful gardens, fountains
  • Take a horse-drawn carriage tour
  • Feel the history
  • Dine at local restaurants (Magnolia’s and Eli’s Table are my favorites)
  • Visit any time of the year, as Charleston is a feast for all seasons

Historic Charleston, SC ~ Photos

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Explore Coastal South Carolina

When you visit Charleston,  plan time to explore the gorgeous nearby coastal area and discover your own special places. Soak up the atmosphere, enjoy the beach, golf and local cuisine. Indulge yourself.

Discover the Myrtle Beach area

  • Wander about Brookgreen Gardens
  • Stroll the boardwalk
  • Savor seafood specialties at the many restaurants along the boardwalk
  • Dine at Villa Romana Italian Restaurant
  • Check out the Amusement Park and Ripley’s Believe It or Not
  • Walk the beautiful beach

Brookgreen Gardens, South Carolina ~ Photos

Myrtle Beach, SC ~ Photos

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Favorite Charleston SC Barrier Islands

Let’s journey to some favorite beach spots ~ coastal South Carolina. The Charleston barrier islands are beautiful and each has its own pleasures. When you visit the area, spend a day or longer exploring Isle of Palms, Sullivan’s Island and Kiawah. Enjoy the photos …

Isle of Palms

The Beach, the Beach, the Beach! Yes, it is that gorgeous.

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The Sea ~ Photos

The Sea, once it casts its spell, holds one in its net of wonder forever.                        Jacques-Yves Cousteau’

 

We are tied to the ocean. And when we go back to the sea, whether it is to sail or to watch – we are going back from whence we came.                    John F. Kennedy

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