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    Kids, COVID-19 vaccines, and holiday gatherings

    ByEileen Ogintz November 11, 2021July 2, 2023

    “It should be the new normal this holiday season … to ask for the vaccination status of hosts and invitees,” said Dr. Mobeen Rathore, an infectious disease expert

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  • The reception area of GoldenEye resort pays tribute to Ian Fleming's years at his Jamaican hideaway.
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    Goldeneye: muse, idyllic respite, more

    ByEileen Ogintz November 4, 2021November 4, 2021

    Not a person, a place. Have you ever been somewhere that makes you consider upending your life to move there? Think Goldeneye in Jamaica

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    Planning Your Weekend Getaway in Portland, Oregon

    ByEileen Ogintz November 1, 2021December 21, 2021

    Are you searching for a new and exciting city to plan a weekend getaway? If so, Portland may be the place you’re looking to spend a few days

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  • Peking Duck for carving at ChiBang restaurant aboard Carnival Mardi Gras
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    Why We Cruise: The Food Helps Explain

    ByEileen Ogintz October 29, 2021October 29, 2021

    In seven days aboard Carnival’s new megaship Mardi Gras, it’s impossible to do (or eat) everything offered on board

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  • The water park on the Carnival Mardi Gras
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    Carnival Cruises: Primed for Kids’ Return

    ByEileen Ogintz October 28, 2021December 5, 2021

    “I miss seeing all the happy kids. And happy kids make parents and grandparents happy,” said Christine Duffy, the president of Carnival Cruise Line 

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  • The Farmers Market in the Ferry Building on the waterfront
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    San Francisco Is a Great City for Walking

    ByEileen Ogintz October 28, 2021October 28, 2021

    San Francisco, one of my favorite American cities, is ready to welcome you as long as you can flash your card at restaurants, bars, etc., and wear your mask

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  • 3 Super Fun Thanksgiving activities to foster school spirit
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    3 Super Fun Thanksgiving activities to foster school spirit

    ByEileen Ogintz October 26, 2021October 26, 2021

    There is so much you can do to help your students learn about the history behind Thanksgiving and its importance.

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    Beautiful Places to Stay in North Carolina

    ByEileen Ogintz October 26, 2021October 27, 2021

    Far removed from the bigger cities of North Carolina, there are many smaller towns and rural areas steeped in rich history and natural beauty

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  • Miss USA Asaya Branch sings the national anthem at the Military Appreciation Tribute aboard the Carnival Mardi Gras
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    On Carnival Mardi Gras: What Pandemic?

    ByEileen Ogintz October 25, 2021December 5, 2021

    Besides their new grandbaby, Gary and Christine Posavad have a new love–Carnival’s new ship Mardi Gras.

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  • Shaq O'Neal's Big Chicken on the Carnival Mardi Gras
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    Carnival Mardi Gras’ New Orleans vibe

    ByEileen Ogintz October 24, 2021October 24, 2021

    It is the first sea day aboard Carnival Cruise Line’s new megaship Mardi Gras and it is harder than you might think deciding where to go for brunch

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