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September 6, 2017

Return to the Finger Lakes Wine Country, NY

One of the places that I have continuously returned to over the years and still manage to find something new, is at the Finger Lakes, NY.

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North America, Travel
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July 6, 2017

Fun-filled summer vacation at Massey’s Landing in Delaware

Road trip to Southern Delaware and a fun-filled family vacation.

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Public Relations & Branding
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June 22, 2017

For as far as it has come, travel media needs to do better

For all the changes that have happened in the last decade, when it comes to diversity in travel media, we still have a long way to go.

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June 19, 2017

Lessons learned in my first year of homeschooling

This week marks one year since I took my kids out of school just a few days shy of their official end-of-year date. We headed off on a volunteerism trip  to the Dominican Republic, which was work for me, but also served as a kick-off to their homeschooling journey and experience in volunteering abroad. I honestly can't believe that a year has already gone by, or how I feel about it all[...]

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North America, Travel
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June 12, 2017

Coney Island, a beloved part of New York history

There are certain things about Brooklyn that still make me smile: a pizza slice from Johnny's on 5th avenue in Sunset Park, the Manhattan skyline from Sunset Park, riding the F train to the highest subway point in the city (Smith and 9th Sts.), the mist from an open fire hydrant on a hot summer day (fire hydrants can be opened legally by requesting the local Fire Department to provide a[...]

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North America, Travel
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June 1, 2017

Family vacation, unplugged in Woodstock, VT

For a little pick-me-up and soup for the soul, simply choose an unplugged vacation.

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Public Relations & Branding
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May 11, 2017

Travel choices: When ethics, community solidarity, and ambition for personal growth collide

Travel is personal to me, as it should be to you.

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Public Relations & Branding
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May 8, 2017

Making the case for the “newbie” blogger

We all started somewhere. But it is how we move forward that matters most.

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North America, Travel
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April 14, 2017

Romantic weekend getaway to the Hamptons, off-season

Escaping the noise with a romantic weekend getaway to the Hamptons during the off-season.

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Asia, Travel
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April 13, 2017

Finding the best of Jerusalem

With only a few days to spare, I made it my goal to find the best of Jerusalem. And I did.

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About me

Hi! I'm Carol! I am an award-winning travel blogger, a keynote speaker, and the Principal and owner of Brave World Media, a social media marketing, communications, and branding agency. I a wife to a handsome Irish/Scot and a mom to 3 sons. Welcome to my blog where I share stories of my travels and professional public relations insights and advice. Thank you for reading and for your support!

Carol Cain

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Things that make me happy: the sound of rain on th Things that make me happy: the sound of rain on the metal roof. So calming. 

#countryliving #fingerlakes #newyork
A moment in this little life I’ve created and lo A moment in this little life I’ve created and love so much. 

#fingerlakes #newyork #lakelife
Today’s morning was fueled by one of our fave sp Today’s morning was fueled by one of our fave spots in Geneva, NY - @monacoscoffee. We found this spot a few years ago, before we moved to the area full time while at a rental nearby and immediately fell in love with its community and cozy vibe, and delicious coffee. 

It’s even cuter than when we first visited while all the reasons we love it remain. Always worth a stop when in Geneva. 

#fingerlakes #newyork #genevany #coffeelover #coffeeshop
Sunsets and wildflowers. ❤️ #fingerlakes #new Sunsets and wildflowers. ❤️

#fingerlakes #newyork #summer #flxsummer
About last night. 🥹 Thank you to our family who About last night. 🥹 Thank you to our family who traveled from as far as WI and Ithaca to be here to celebrate our baby boy’s graduation last night. Congratulations @liamcain._ for all your special awards received for all the hard work you’ve done these past 4 years, your advocacy, your spirit, and your beautiful soul. We can’t wait to see what you do next!

We love you to the moon and beyond!

Congratulations to Class of 2025!!!! 🎉🥳
Another Finger Lakes coffee shop to add to your li Another Finger Lakes coffee shop to add to your list: @roastandtoastcafe_bar in Auburn, NY. 

Love their coffee, their vibe, and their selection of toasts! 

Cafe by day, cocktail bar by night!

#coffeeshop #auburnny #fingerlakes #coffeelover

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