Author Archives: Q-tips

A. Baltics Trip Gen. information

Posted on June 13, 2017 by Q-tips

Baltics Trip – General Info – 9 Nights Europe Cruise on the Norwegian “Getaway” ship from Copenhagen- ours included  3 dinners from their “Specialty dining package” and we received, free of charge, the “Adult beverage package.”Coffee, bottled water, pop” was not … Continue reading →

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WHY HIM?

Posted on June 6, 2017 by Q-tips

WHY HIM?   Over the holidays, Ned (Bryan Cranston), an overprotective but loving dad and his family visit his daughter at Stanford, where he meets his biggest nightmare: her well-meaning but socially awkward Silicon Valley billionaire boyfriend, Laird (James Franco). The … Continue reading →

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METROPOLIS Coffee Co. 9/2019

Posted on May 19, 2017 by Q-tips

METROPOLIS –  1039 W Granville Ave., Chicago, IL – Edgewater, (773) 764-0400, metropoliscoffee.com Q-tips say: We like Metropolis. Great coffee, lattes, teas, and a straight forward breakfast delicious pastries, veggie/or ham cheese croissants, bagels etc. When the weather is warmer they have … Continue reading →

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13 reasons why – netflix

Posted on May 5, 2017 by Q-tips

13 reasons why – on netflix – Follows teenager Clay Jensen, in his quest to uncover the story behind his classmate and crush, Hannah, and her decision to end her life. Q-tips say:  A must watch especially parents/relatives of pre-teens, grammar, … Continue reading →

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Baltics States Cruise 5/2017

Posted on April 19, 2017 by Q-tips

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I – Cienfuegos – Day 7

Posted on April 9, 2017 by Q-tips

Cienfuegos – Our day began with a tour to the city known as, “The Pearl of the South,” founded in 1819.  This is the heart of the country’ sugar can, mango, tobacco and coffee production.   Stopped at the Graphic … Continue reading →

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H – FUN?? Day at Sea – Day 6

Posted on April 9, 2017 by Q-tips

Day at Sea – We were supposed to go to Maria de la Gorda, but for some reason that stop was cancelled and no one seems to know why. Morning talk & demonstration:  Cuban Culture, a cooking demonstration on Cuban … Continue reading →

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G – HAVANA – Day 5

Posted on April 9, 2017 by Q-tips

HAVANA – The city was founded in 1519 by the Spanish and by the 17th century it became one of the Caribbean’s main centers for ship-building. Our morning tour began with a visit to the Fine Art Museum “Museo de … Continue reading →

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F – HAVANA – Day 4

Posted on April 9, 2017 by Q-tips

HAVANA – Our day began with a “Real taste of Havana Tour.”  Drove past the Baroque and neoclassical monuments and collection of private houses with arcades, balconies, wrought-iron gates and internal courtyards. Mrs. Q says: For those who have been to … Continue reading →

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E – Fun day at sea – Day 3

Posted on April 9, 2017 by Q-tips

Fun day at sea –  started our day with an introduction to the unique Cuban instruments. Bongos, Claves and the Tres, Cuba’s famed three-string guitar. Then if you wish, taste some of Cuba’s cuisine. The Chef shows how to make … Continue reading →

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