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What we did in New Mexico

We took a lil’ trip to New Mexico for spring break last week. We ate lots of “christmas” chili, tasted many lavender things, and enjoyed a daily margarita. Save this post for what not to miss when you visit!

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What to Expect at a Rio Beach

Picture this… you go to the beach and don’t have to lug a half campsite to be shaded, fed and happy. In the US going to the beach takes a full car load of gear, coolers, and anything you may need to survive the day in the sun. In Rio, beach vendors have everything you might need, and even extras.

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Rio Must-Do: Academia da Cachaça

If I have started to convince you to visit Rio, save this post for your to-do food & bev list.

Academia da Cachaça (@academiadacachaca) is a local institution. By day you can get a delicious “prato feito,” my beloved PF; by night, it’s a fun bar scene with delicious bites. And of course caipirinhas…

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