Changing philosophies
Published Tuesday, March 21, 2017 By Robin Dohrn-Simpson. Under Travel Articles Tags: puerto vallarta
This is the logo of Puerto Vallarta
I am changing my old philosophy on returning to magical places. It went something like this: You can’t go back to magical places because things change – and not for the better, and returning will ruin your first experience. Due to this antiquated philosophy, I wouldn’t return to certain cities, countries nd/or cruise ships and ruin my memories of the first experience.
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The making of Raicilla- the secret Mexican spirit
Published Monday, January 9, 2017 By Robin Dohrn-Simpson. Under Travel Articles Tags: 7 steps to making raicilla, puerto vallarta raicilla, raicilla
Mexico is famous for Tequila, Mezcal and now Raicilla. Thank you Agave plants. They thrive in the different desert-like climates of central Mexico. Just as potato is to vodka, agave is to Raicilla, Tequila and Mezcal.
Raicilla, a distilled spirit similar to tequila, originated in the southwestern portion of the Mexican state of Jalisco. Raicilla has been known as a moonshine without government sanction, approval or regulation. Today, it is created in ...
Vallarta Food Tours Taco Roundup
Published Sunday, January 8, 2017 By Robin Dohrn-Simpson. Under Food Articles, Travel Articles Tags: marlin tacos, octopus tacos, puerto vallarta, puerto vallarta food scene, puerto vallarta food tours, puerto vallarta seafood
One of the things I've learned in my years of travel is to find out where the good restaurants are beforehand. When you're traveling you don't have the luxury of trying a few- over time. I've had too many disappointments along the way. So, now I ask people where they recommend. This makes me much happier. I don't waste my calories on meals that do not delight me. Better yet ...
Wynola- More than just a stop enroute to Julian
Published Wednesday, November 16, 2016 By Robin Dohrn-Simpson. Under Edible San Diego Articles, Food Articles, Travel Articles, Wine Articles Tags: Albert Lewis, Golden Coast Mead, Jeremy's on the Hill, Julian California, Julian Hard Cider, Julian Station, Mr. Manitas Taco Bar and Fruteria, Wynola California
Julian Station at Wynola
The Julian Station is neither in Julian nor a station. It is the hub of Wynola, three miles outside of Julian. Julian Station was once a boarding house, store and post office. Later it became an apple packing plant and cider house. Wynola might be a tiny blip on the map but it is worth a stop, look and see. This station is constantly on the move. ...
Yuma: More than Just a Snowbird Destination
Published Sunday, March 13, 2016 By Robin Dohrn-Simpson. Under Travel Articles Tags: Yuma, Yuma restaurants
Yuma Arizona was a “go-to” town for me during my college days since my best friend was from there. We would go out to the river and water ski and inner tube and generally enjoy the water. It was the only way to stay cool in the 100-degree weather. Returning as a journalist and see the town through different eyes was fun. Let me take you on a tour of the ...
