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Sanibel Island’s Best Beaches

Posted on September 23, 2021 by Mark And Chuck's Adventures

Relaxing on a beach was top of our Must Do’s for our Sanibel- Captiva – Ft Myers Florida road trip. It was all about getting away and chilling out! One of the things we found was that many of the beaches on Sanibel-Captiva tend to have private access from homes or resorts. And, a good…

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‘Ding’ Darling Wildlife Refuge

Posted on September 14, 2021 by Mark And Chuck's Adventures

A huge portion of our South West Florida road trip was to relax and unwind for Chuck’s birthday. One of the reasons we chose Sanibel / Captiva was for the J.N. ‘Ding’ Darling Wildlife Refuge.   Ding Dong Darling To be completely honest, we giggled a bit every time we said the name Ding Darling….

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Mark and Chuck enjoying a Sanibel Island sunset

Florida Staycation: SW Florida Road Trip

Posted on September 1, 2021 by Mark And Chuck's Adventures

We decided that it was time to head off for a long weekend for Chuck’s birthday. Wanting something quiet and restful, he picked Sanibel- Captiva for his destination. So, we’re off on an SW Florida Road Trip!   It’s a short two-hour drive from our home in Saint Petersburg, Florida. With a quick stop for lunch…

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sunset over the fishing pier in Gulfport Florida

Tampa Bay’s Hidden Gem – Gulfport, Florida!

Posted on July 28, 2021 by Mark And Chuck's Adventures

The chances are that unless you’re from Pinellas County or spent some time in St Pete, you probably don’t know about the little town of Gulfport. No, not that one in Mississippi. The funky, eclectic, progressive, and sometimes weird town tucked in between St Petersburg and the Boca Ciega Bay. If you’ve been following our…

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JC Newman Cigar Co logo

Tampa’s Last Remaining Cigar Factory

Posted on July 15, 2021July 14, 2021 by Mark And Chuck's Adventures

We live just across the bay from Tampa, Florida, known affectionately as Cigar City. But truthfully, like most people, we don’t really know much about the history of Tampa and Cigars. Recently, Mark had the opportunity to visit J.C Newman Cigar Company‘s El Reloj factory. The only remaining factory in the Tampa Bay area.  …

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statue of two bicycles along the Monon Trail in Carmel Indiana

Carmel, Indiana: Exploring the Monon Trail

Posted on July 6, 2021 by Mark And Chuck's Adventures

During Mark’s stay in Carmel, Indiana, he stayed at the Hotel Carmichael in the Carmel City Center. The hotel sits adjacent to the Monon Trail. It’s a walking and biking trail that stretches from Indianapolis north to Sheridan. The 27-mile paved path follows a former section of what was the Chicago, Indianapolis & Louisville Railway. Monon…

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Sunset and rainbow over the Carmel City Center and The Cake Bake Shop in Carmel Indiana

The MUST EAT Cake in Carmel Indiana

Posted on June 29, 2021 by Mark And Chuck's Adventures

I have a soft spot in my heart for cake. For the most part, I’m not a huge sweets person. But, I have many friends who are cake artists and really respect the work that goes into each and every creation. As a classically trained chef, I can mix and match ingredients and come up…

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welcome to Carmel Indiana post card mural on Midtown Plaza

3 Unique Carmel Indiana Eateries

Posted on June 21, 2021June 23, 2021 by Mark And Chuck's Adventures

Recently, Mark had a business trip to Carmel, Indiana. It’s a bedroom community of Indianapolis and filled with the best of the Midwest. It’s charming and has the best parts of a big city with all kinds of locally-owned restaurants and businesses.   Unique Eateries It’s no secret that we love fun, unique, and exciting…

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WDW EPCOT: Leave A Legacy

Posted on June 16, 2021 by Mark And Chuck's Adventures

If you’ve been to Walt Disney World’s EPCOT over the last twenty years, you may have seen Leave A Legacy. But, unfortunately, there’s a great chance you walked past it and had no idea what it was.   Most People Took It For Granite The original Leave A Legacy was created on a series of…

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rainbow colored #OrlandoStrong banner in memory of the PULSE massacre

PULSE: We Vowed To Never Forget

Posted on June 11, 2021June 11, 2021 by Mark And Chuck's Adventures

In June of 2016, Chuck and I were living in Clermont, Florida. Clermont is a suburb on the southwest side of Orlando. On the morning of June 12th, at 2:02 AM, our world and community would be so much different than the night before.   A Morning of Panic Like much of the world, we…

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We were in the mood for a fantastic burger - and F We were in the mood for a fantastic burger - and Flamante Burgers is our FAVORITE!⁠
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Mark went with La Dolce Vita - Mayo, Arugula, an amazing medium-rare Burger, Mozzarella Cheese, Salami, and Marinated Tomatoes.⁠
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Chuck opted for the Space Cowboy - His Burger came with Monterey Jack Cheese, BBQ Sauce, Bacon, Onion, Lettuce, and Mayo.⁠
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Both come with homemade Fries, but we chose to upgrade to their incredible Yucca Fries for a few pesos!⁠
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They are absolutely our go-to for killer burgers!⁠
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The Museo Casa Montejo was practically empty the d The Museo Casa Montejo was practically empty the day we visited.⁠
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We got to see a glimpse at how wealthy families lived during Merida's heyday.⁠
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We recently headed to Plaza Grande to explore the We recently headed to Plaza Grande to explore the beautiful Museo Casa Montejo.⁠
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We figured we should check out this stunning 16th-century mansion with rumors still flying about the property being sold.⁠
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Check out our latest blog post for more on this remarkable building.⁠
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Handpainted Marzipan Fruit was just one of the swe Handpainted Marzipan Fruit was just one of the sweet treats we found at the Mercado Lucas de Galvez.⁠
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We've enjoyed treats with toasted Pumpkin Seeds in sweet Cane Sugar and lighter than air Meringues with a sweet syrup middle.⁠
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Home cooking!⁠ ⁠ While we've eaten at our fair Home cooking!⁠
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While we've eaten at our fair share of the more upscale "Authentic Yucatecan" places along the tourist corridor, nothing beats amazing Cochinita Pibil at a tiny family-run business.⁠
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This dinner with Black Beans, Avocado, and a huge pile of fresh Corn Tortillas as 95 pesos! ⁠
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You absolutely want to go off the beaten path to try the best local foods!⁠
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We're excited to have found the Merida English Lib We're excited to have found the Merida English Library!⁠
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Not only do they have an excellent collection of books, but they have excellent programs. They offer kids' programs, house tours, and English/Spanish conversation groups.⁠
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 And we're thrilled to see their inclusivity! Saturday, they are doing a Rainbow Baazar with LGBTQ vendors!⁠
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Yesterday was LGBTQ Pride Day in our new hometown Yesterday was LGBTQ Pride Day in our new hometown of Merida, Mexico. We were excited and honestly a little unsure of exactly what to expect. 🏳️‍🌈⁠
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We were absolutely BLOWN AWAY by the love, support, and numbers of people who turned out for the parade. We joked that the entire Yucatan was there and saw groups from Progresso along the Atlantic coast. Seeing the youth of Mexico coming out in full force, loud and proud, gives up hope for the future.⁠
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Not even the rain could dampen the day as the parade continued, and the events on the main stage in Plaza Grande continued through the evening. We walked through the plaza in the pouring rain to see thousands of people celebrating and singing!⁠
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Ayer fue el Día del Orgullo LGBTQ en nuestra nueva casa en Mérida, México. Estábamos emocionados y, sinceramente, un poco inseguros de qué esperar exactamente.⁠
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Fuimos absolutamente BENDECIDOS por el amor, el apoyo y la gran cantidad de personas que asistieron al desfile. Bromeamos que estaba todo Yucatán y vimos grupos de Progreso y de la costa atlántica. Ver a la juventud de México salir con toda su fuerza, ruidosa y orgullosa, da esperanza para el futuro.⁠
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Ni siquiera la lluvia pudo empañar el día mientras el desfile continuaba, y los eventos en el escenario principal de Plaza Grande continuaron hasta la noche. ¡Caminamos por la plaza bajo la lluvia torrencial para ver a miles de personas celebrando y cantando!⁠
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This beautifully carved wooden door is right down This beautifully carved wooden door is right down the street from our Airbnb.⁠
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Not sure what intrigues us more- the intricate carving of the door or the effort put into installing a mail slot.⁠
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From what we keep reading mail is not really a 'thing' here. ⁠
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Electric bills seem to be hand-delivered, occasional pizza flyers show up and we hear reports of Christmas cards sent from the US arriving in July, if at all.⁠
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It looks like something out of Mad Max Thunderdome It looks like something out of Mad Max Thunderdome! ⁠
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Merida is filled with amazing VWs!⁠
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The perfect day for a refreshing Dragonfruit Agua The perfect day for a refreshing Dragonfruit Agua Fresca!⁠
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Mid-week brunch, garden cafes, and afternoon siest Mid-week brunch, garden cafes, and afternoon siestas. ⁠
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Ya, retirement and life in Mexico agree with us. ⁠
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The perfect breakfast for a lazy morning.⁠ ⁠ @ The perfect breakfast for a lazy morning.⁠
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@sunnybkfst near Parque Santiago is a tiny little cafe with three tables right next to the kitchen. But the food was delicious, and the staff was super sweet.⁠
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This toasted Sourdough Bread with Brie, Apples, and local Honey was out of this world!⁠
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Huaya (also known as guayas) is a tropical fruit f Huaya (also known as guayas) is a tropical fruit found across the Yucatan.⁠
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We actually have a HUGE huaya tree in the backyard of our new house. ⁠
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You pop them out of the green outer shell and eat the inner fruit with lime and chilis. They are similar in texture to lychee or a rambutan with a pit in the center.⁠
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This is just one of the delicious local fruits we tried on our @casamisteriomerida food tour!⁠
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Last week Mark ventured off and took a Merida Plan Last week Mark ventured off and took a Merida Plant Food Lovers Market Tour with chef Erin of Casa Misterio Merida.⁠
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Señor Dominguez was just one of the local vendors he met along the way. He's been making fresh fruit and vegetable juices for nearly his entire life.⁠
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Check out our latest blog post to learn more about this fantastic food tour and the plant-based cooking classes chef Erin offers.⁠
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We were out for our morning walk and errands and d We were out for our morning walk and errands and decided to stop in Escargot Cafe Bistro for a late breakfast. 

We’ve had Croissants to go in the past, which we’re very good. 

Chuck had Red Chilaquiles with Scrambled Eggs and I had a Croque Madame with a Fried Egg. 

Great food and wonderful service in a cute cafe atmosphere

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Our Airbnb has a vintage armoire in the main bedro Our Airbnb has a vintage armoire in the main bedroom. Inside are several older religious cards. 

We love the personality they bring to the Airbnb.

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The sun here in the Yucatán can be brutal. But it The sun here in the Yucatán can be brutal. But it can also create beautiful artwork. 

The cracks and discoloration in the hood of this VW Beatle caught our eye on our morning walk to the mercado. 

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Man cannot live on Yucatecan food alone! LOL Two Man cannot live on Yucatecan food alone! LOL

Two local friends, also from Philly, took us to a wonderful German restaurant here in Merida!

Of course we started with Pretzels! 🥨 It was delicious and a nice change of pace.

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Lomitos de Valladolid⁠ ⁠ A rainy day in the Yu Lomitos de Valladolid⁠
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A rainy day in the Yucatan is perfect for this stew named for a local Yucatecan city not far from Merida.⁠
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Made with Pork Loin, Tomatoes, Onions, and some roasted Chilis, it's served with Beans, a Hard-Boiled Egg, and of course, fresh Corn Tortillas.⁠
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White Rabbit, White Rabbit!⁠ ⁠ Okay, they're n White Rabbit, White Rabbit!⁠
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Okay, they're not white rabbits, but it is June 1st!⁠
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Beautiful terracotta pottery and sculptures are everywhere in Mexico. These two musical rabbits happen to be playing next to our Airbnb's pool.⁠
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