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  • 14 Dec 2021

Places where time stands still

When we come upon places where time stands still, the immediate question is why. During their history, they undoubtedly had meaning and purpose. An abandoned site can be a fantastic location. They allow us to focus on a period and look back and view life through a unique perspective. But, unfortunately, some places seem to […]

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  • 30 Oct 2020

10 exclusive Halloween traditions

On October 31, many North Americans spend Halloween dressing up and trick-or-treating, while others will be observing Christian traditions. Around the world, many other countries have their unique way of celebrating their interpretation of Halloween. We will look at 10 exclusive Halloween traditions that you may not be familiar with. Have a cup of “grog” […]

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  • 05 Aug 2020

An Alternative to Virtual

The last few months have seemed like a lifetime as we transitioned to a virtual existence. Many of the activities that we use to partake in have moved online. Now it is summer in the northern hemisphere, and as many of us know, it will not last for very much longer. Consider an alternative to […]

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  • 02 Mar 2020

The Legend of St Patrick

While the wind whistles around us at a furious pace and the ground is still laden with snow, it is hard to grasp that there are better times ahead. I could go into economic collapse and being on the verge of the real-life zombie apocalypse. Still, I refuse, let us leave that for the messengers […]

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  • 19 Feb 2020

Toronto’s Hidden Art World

Major metropolitan cities can be expensive, I have been to a few, and my wallet suffers from it every time. Here in Toronto’s hidden art world, I created a listing of 8 museums and galleries that you can visit for free and not feel that money for food is a luxury. Although some of the […]

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  • 10 Sep 2019

Sensational Sensoria

“Land of Senses and Magical Rain-forests” – Sensoria This is what their literature calls it, and I have to agree. Although I would refer to it as Sensational Sensoria. What escape to Costa Rica is complete without a visit to their world-famous rain-forest in . I would be remiss to say that it would not […]

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  • 01 Aug 2019

TKO Canastota NY IBHOF

Western New York has so much to offer. As we continue east, our prime objective was to reach the International Boxing Hall of fame. Located in Canastota New york. Nestled between Syracuse and interstate 81 it would seem like a strange place for a IBHOF. You would have imagined that New York City or Las […]

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  • 19 Jul 2019

5 questions to ask.

As many travelers have heard there are ways to get upgrades on flights and services. The key is to know how and when to make your mark. Dressing the part like an actor in a movie or by having good timing or both can lead you into a level of service only reserved for those […]

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Photographer & Blogger

Hi I am glad you could spend a few minutes with me. I am Jon, or JL or some people refer "to me as that Guy with the most amazing blog site"-unfortunately I don't hear that enough. Maybe you can help with that. Welcome to Vacation Time Escapes. Here I hope we can entice you move away from your comfort zone and step out into the forever abundant pastures of your life. Hop aboard, you have the ticket to your own escape, the adventure is yours. Your Vacation, Your Escape.

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