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Brazil’s Many, Varied Sports

By ideal-Living | May 5, 2014 |

Brazil’s Many, Varied Sports In Brazil, the temperate climate allows for a wide variety of sports to be played throughout the year. From football to volleyball, most of the population enjoys sporting events of varying natures. This year, Brazil will be hosting the FIFA (Federation Iternationale de Football Association) world cup. Football (or soccer in…

Strawberry & Wine Festival

By ideal-Living | April 30, 2014 |

Stretching seven miles along the Atlantic Ocean is the small town of Ocean Isle Beach. Here you’ll find a quiet, family beach atmosphere attached to mainland by a bridge. Communities like Ocean Ridge Plantation and Brunswick Plantation call this barrier island home, giving you the luxury of living by beautiful beaches and other bodies of water for that peaceful coastal lifestyle. But this coming weekend it will host more than just a beachy atmosphere. How do you like your strawberries?

Mint Juleps & Big Hats: The Kentucky Derby

By ideal-Living | April 28, 2014 |

You better hold your horses; the Kentucky Derby is just around the corner! The first weekend in May marks the 140th Kentucky Derby, taking place at one of the world’s most legendary racetracks, Churchill Downs. The famous racetrack, named for John and Henry Churchill as they provided the land for the track, is located in…

Spring Road Trip Ideas

By ideal-Living | April 23, 2014

The skies are bluer, the grass greener, and the birds have returned to their summer homes. It’s the perfect time to start a spontaneous, care-free, novelty filled, road trip.

It’s Fire on the Dock

By ideal-Living | April 13, 2014 |

White linen, fine china and delicate floral arrangements set the scene. The low murmur of conversation and the tinny laughs of happy and lively guests spread a tinge of excitement through the restaurant. Fire blazes on the surrounding television screens. And, out comes Jimmy Crippen to host the competition.

Celebrate Spring at the Azalea Festival!

By ideal-Living | April 9, 2014 |

Celebrate Spring at the Azalea Festival! Here in Wilmington, North Carolina, you know it’s officially spring when the Azalea Festival rolls around. This year the annual community celebration happens every April and has whole days full of concerts, tours, a circus, fair food, and much more. The Azalea Festival, founded in 1948, is the largest…

Whale Sharks and Mayan Ruins

By ideal-Living | April 3, 2014 |

Riviera Maya, in Quintana Roo, Mexico, is a place full of adventure. You can take a step back in time when exploring the ancient Mayan ruins, or indulge in the year round warm temperatures-averaging a splendid 86°-and spend your days on the white sand beaches. It’s a true paradise, the land filled with tropical forests, savannas, mangrove forests, and coral reefs. The land outside the tourist destination is largely undeveloped, allowing the creatures and their habitats to flourish, and preserving the natural beauty of the area. From the water, to land, to history, every day of your life could be an amazing adventure.

On the Road: Winter Travel Tips

By ideal-Living | December 24, 2013 |

The flakes were so tiny. You could hardly see them! Throughout my North Carolinian days, I had been made to believe snowflakes were the size of white construction paper cut outs we made in each of my classes. I pictured snow falling in soft pieces bigger than my face.

Disney for Adults

By ideal-Living | December 17, 2013 |

Among Disney World’s four theme parks, two water parks, dozens of dining establishments and comfy resorts, there’s a lot of fun, unique and romantic experiences that are geared toward adults. The trick is to do things that aren’t listed on the park map as attractions.