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Photo Journey through SE Asia

October 2, 2009

Beachhouse.com Guest Bloggers, Stacy & Jeff, traveled across 6 countries in Southeast Asia and were nice enough to check in with us all along the way. This is their journey by the numbers:
21 – different airplanes they took
6 – bus rides (varying from 7 hours to 27 hour trips)
2 – train trips (overnight)
11 – boat/ferry [...]

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Insider Interview: Florida’s North Captiva & Boca Grande

October 1, 2009

It’s no wonder Sarah Rapp loves what she does. For the last 10 years she has worked as a Broker/Realtor and advertising agent for rental properties throughout Southwestern Florida. As the owner of her own company, Beach Vacation4me, Sarah has worked for 8 years in North Captiva and 2 years in Boca Grande and owns a private [...]

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Insider Interview: Destin, Florida

September 23, 2009

John and Dawn Foy have been in the vacation rental business for 23 years – 10 years in Destin, Florida alone. After vacationing in Destin for a couple of days, John and Dawn fell in love with what they have heard described as, “a Hawaii in the States,” moved a couple months later and still [...]

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Guest Blog – Stacy & Jeff do SE Asia (31 of 40)

August 18, 2009

more on KL and on to bali
“KL, what a crazy unique city. at least to our eyes. the people, so many different people. we stayed in china town, in an indian owned place, ran by one of the manliest lady boys we’ve seen (indian) and these two other guys that had more going on [...]

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Bluefields Bay, Jamaica

July 21, 2009

Bluefields Bay, Jamaica is a breathtakingly gorgeous and highly secluded vacation spot in Jamaica. It is sixty minutes away from Montego Bay and forty minutes away from Negril. Because of its untouched beauty and exclusivity, it is an idealgetaway spot and it is perfect for hosting weddings, dinner parties, important family events or birthdays, [...]

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California’s Central Coast’s Beach Communities

July 9, 2009

Cambria – Located just off of California’s Pacific Coast Hwy 1 is Cambria – a picturesque artists community set amidst the pine trees and foothills half way between San Francisco and Los Angeles. Head to Cambria’s “East Village” for a selection of small restaurants and cafe’s set between gardens and old historical buildings. [...]

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Guest Blog – Stacy & Jeff do SE Asia (26 of 40)

July 5, 2009

exploring cambodia…
“phnom penh roads are filled with cars. and not the little skinny asian cars that we’ve seen thus far, but big sudans, trucks, landrovers, 4-runners, escalades, and…wait for it…. brand new hummers cruising around (we’ve seen 3 so far). crazy. there’s a lot of money in this town, but with it [...]

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Restaurant Review – The Temptation, Boca Grande, FL

July 4, 2009

Restaurant: The Temptation
Location: 350 Park Avenue, Boca Grande, Florida
Cuisine: Fresh Seafood, etc.
Price Per Plate: Lunch – around $20; Dinner – around $50
Verdict: Thumbs Up!
On our recent trip to Boca Grande, we had the pleasure of enjoying lunch at the Temptation. Located at 350 Park Avenue, this Boca Grande bistro says welcome the minute you walk [...]

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A Recipe From Each Continent of the World (3 of 7)

July 2, 2009

North America: America’s Best Burger Ever
(Recipe excerpted from ABC’s Good Morning America, host of Chef Emeril Lagasse’s Best Burger Ever Challenge – the winner was Allison Koplan’s Stuffed Bacon-Cheddar BBQ Burger)
Burger Ingredients

1 lb. ground chuck
1 lb. ground round
2 tsp. black pepper, freshly ground
2 tbsp. garlic salt
8 oz. block of sharp cheddar cheese, coarsely shredded
1 lb. [...]

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Guest Blog – Stacy & Jeff do SE Asis (25 of 40)

July 1, 2009

leaving the breast milk for bigger and better things…
“sorry to say, but we were both glad to get out of vietnam. a beautiful country but the ’sales tactics’ were starting to wear on us a bit. we would definitely recommend anyone of you guys to go there, you just have to be ready for [...]

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Guest Blog – Stacy & Jeff do SE Asia (23 of 40)

June 24, 2009

delta blues…
“woke up one morning, do do do sat right up in bed, do do do pour myself some whiskey, do do do i look over and kiss my baby still asleep in bed, and then i cried ive got the delta blues, the delta blues baby oooh ive got the delta blues.
we’re traveling [...]

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Guest Blog – North Captiva Island

June 23, 2009

by Sarah Rapp
Resident, North Captiva Island

Did you know that besides Florida, no other states report the production of mangoes? Consequently, Florida is the main United States producer of this fruit. Mango Mania is a festival held at the German American Social Club (2101 S.W. Pine Island Road, Cape Coral during the month of July).
Festival-goers [...]

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Guest Blog – Stacy & Jeff do SE Asia (22 of 40)

June 22, 2009

where to begin?????
“let’s see, we spent 8 days in china beach which is located half way between danang and hoi an. and we loved every second of it. the only reason we left was cause we’ve now started a bit of a [...]

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A Recipe From Each Continent of the World (2 of 7)

June 19, 2009

Africa: African Potato Stew & Ugali – native to Kenya
Stew Ingredients:

2 tablespoons canola oil
2 cups onions, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon fresh minced ginger
2 teaspoons poppy seeds
1 teaspoon mustard seeds
1 tablespoon ground coriander
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
2 russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
4 cups water
1 teaspoon salt (to taste)
2 cups cauliflower cut into bite-size [...]

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Guest Blog – Stacy & Jeff do SE Asia (20 of 40)

June 18, 2009

descent of the dragon
“the junk/boat was fairly big – it had 10 rooms on the first floor, dinning room for 20 + on the second, and a deck up top. we started with lunch which was decent. all-inclusive usually means the food’s gonna suck, and in this case, it pretty much [...]

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A Recipe from Each Continent of the World (1 of 7)

June 17, 2009

Asia: Tom Ka Gai Soup – native to Thailand
Ingredients:

Good quality Chinese chicken stock – 1 cup
Coconut milk – 1 cup
Fresh or frozen lemongrass – 1/2 a stalk
Galangal – fresh – 6 slices (If you don’t have any at home, you can order some online)
Kaffir Lime Leaves – 2 (hand-torn)
Thai bird’s eye chillies (or Serrano chillies) [...]

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Best places to get Patriotic for the 4th of July

June 16, 2009

1. Washington DC
Beginning with the Independence Day parade along Constitution Avenue, the Nation’s capital has activities all day long to keep you busy this 4th. After the parade, head on over to the US Capitol’s West Lawn for the FREE Capitol Fourth Concert – the National Symphony Orchestra as well as some pop artists will [...]

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Destin, Florida has it all!

June 15, 2009

Destin is an all-encompassing destination spot located on the Emerald Coast of Florida. Destin is also referred to as the “World’s Luckiest Fishing Village” as it has the largest fishing vessel in Florida.
Attractions and activities in Destin include high-end shopping and dining, golfing, fishing, boating, water-sports, renowned beaches, forests, scenic state parks that are [...]

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Guest Blog – Stacy & Jeff do SE Asia (18 of 40)

June 13, 2009

uncle ho…
today we saw uncle ho. really we saw him in his own flesh…. embalmed of course. at the ho chi minh mausoleum, you stand in this thick long line for about thirty minutes and you swiftly move along the outside until you reach the ‘lotus building‘ what looks like a square with pillars, and you silently enter [...]

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Guest Blog – Stacy & Jeff do SE Asia (16 of 40)

June 8, 2009

vietnam
“well we made it. and with that said we’ve already encountered/checked off things we knew would occur… we signed up for our 24hour bus ride at $19.00 each. nothing to write home about, but at least it wasn’t the worst. they drove us 7 hours to the border and [...]

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Dana Point – Harboring the Good Life!

June 5, 2009

Dana Point is a beautiful city located in southern Orange County, California. The motto of the city is “Harboring the Good Life,” which is manifested in the life of residents of the city.
This city is a popular vacation destination because of its serene natural beauty, gorgeous beaches, shopping, beautiful parks, and host of activities that [...]

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Guest Blog – Stacy & Jeff do SE Asia (14 of 40)

June 4, 2009

party on the river…
“blazing through the towering limestone mountains of laos to the river town of vang vieng we arrive in our mini bus.
so we’ve been taking lots of minibuses and each time you think your going to be riding in the brand new one sitting at the bus station, but when the time [...]

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Unwind at Redington Shores!

June 3, 2009

Redington Shores is a beautiful beach town in Pinellas County, Florida. It is a lovely town that promises a soothing and enjoyable vacation experience.
You can unwind by soaking in the natural beauty, relaxing at the wide sandy beaches, and going to the pleasant parks. The more active people can enjoy fishing, boating, water-sports, golfing, shopping, [...]

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Guest Blog – Jeff & Stacy do SE Asia (13 of 40)

June 2, 2009

back on the tuk tuk …
“to the public bus stop.
well we made it to our furthest northern town of chaing sien. this little town sits on the mekong river near the famous golden triangle.
we found a great little guest house that sits just outside the old city walls. thinking that we could walk there we [...]

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Manzanillo – Que Bonita!

June 1, 2009

Manzanillo, Mexico is a wonderful destination located in the state of Colima. It is a coastal city on the Pacific side with the busiest port in Mexico. However, despite its commercial importance, it has retained its tranquil laid-back Mexican charm.
The port of Manzanillo is made up of two separate bays, divided by the Peninsula of [...]

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Guest Blog – Stacy & Jeff do SE Asia (11 of 40)

May 27, 2009

burning butts and tongues…
“my butt is killing me and jeffs inner thighs are a burning…. we finally rode the chang. his name was niompio, and was a male at the age of 30 years old. we chose to go barback rather than the chair. we were able to go for an 1 and a half, [...]

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The Heavenly Island of Provo

May 27, 2009

The breathtakingly gorgeous Turks and Caicos Islands are a British Overseas Territory located in the West Indies. The islands are widely known for their gorgeous beaches, natural beauty, and pristine coral reefs.�
Providenciales, or Provo, is the urban center of Turks and Caicos and it is also the most popular island. Interestingly, only about forty years [...]

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St. Martin – the perfect blend of 2 countries!

May 26, 2009

St. Martin is a magical island that is shared by the French and the Dutch; the two countries share an almost indiscernible and friendly border. However, each side maintains its distinctiveness and represents its own culture.�
The island has a very calm and secluded environment that makes it a perfect spot for vacationers. The fact that [...]

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Guest Blog – Stacy & Jeff do SE Asia (10 of 40)

May 25, 2009

and we’re off…part 2
in the morning, everyone was up at the crack of dawn, and the whole family was up and about getting things ready for the day. women were already returning from the forest with baskets full of dried leaves, to either use as fuel or as roofing, kids were running everywhere, water was [...]

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Guest Blog – Stacy & Jeff do Southeast Asia (9 of 40)

May 23, 2009

and we’re off…part 1
“before we knew it, mong (our local guide) charged down the hill with his basket on his back full of tons of food, water, a pot, and who knows what else…. we were told to follow with our little daypacks on our back, toil (our pai guide) following behind.
we started through farmlands, [...]

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