AirBnbs, lodging, Albuquerque, New Mexico, Santa Fe, Corrales, Farm, Peaceful, Clean, Home Rental, International Balloon Fiesta, Lovely, Artwork, Comfortable, Patio, Gated, Parking, Full Kitchen, Full Bath, King Bed, Laundry, Living Room, Wonderful Host, Good Communication, Good Location Deanna Etherington AirBnbs, lodging, Albuquerque, New Mexico, Santa Fe, Corrales, Farm, Peaceful, Clean, Home Rental, International Balloon Fiesta, Lovely, Artwork, Comfortable, Patio, Gated, Parking, Full Kitchen, Full Bath, King Bed, Laundry, Living Room, Wonderful Host, Good Communication, Good Location Deanna Etherington

A Fabulous Farmhouse Stay Near Albuquerque, New Mexico!

When you travel, sometimes where you choose to stay can make (or break) the whole trip. I love staying in unique places because it adds so much to the trip. My stay at The Farmhouse in Corrales, New Mexico made my Albuquerque/Santa Fe trip (and the 2024 International Balloon Fiesta) a fantastic experience!

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Butchart Gardens, Sunken Garden, Victoria, British Columbia, Saanich Peninsula, Canada, Historic Site, Botanical Garden, Garden, Flowers, Flower, Plant, Tree, World Famous, Family Owned, Fountains, Concerts, Gelato, Pools, Ponds, Unique, Gorgeous, Bucket List, Trip, Travel, Blog, Beautiful, Well-maintained, Exquisite, Gardens, Birds, Insects, Butterflies, Bees, Pollinators, Restaurant, Attraction, Transportation, Tips, Advice, Information, Water, Food, Enchanting, Must See, Photography, Photos, Photographer, Kindness, Acts of Kindness, Story, Stories, Relaxing, Healing, Restful, Peaceful, Calm, Silence, Birdsong, Fresh air, Worthwhile, High Quality, Gift Shop, Art, Sculpture, Totem Poles, Benches, Shade, Solitude, Uplifting, Inspiring Deanna Etherington Butchart Gardens, Sunken Garden, Victoria, British Columbia, Saanich Peninsula, Canada, Historic Site, Botanical Garden, Garden, Flowers, Flower, Plant, Tree, World Famous, Family Owned, Fountains, Concerts, Gelato, Pools, Ponds, Unique, Gorgeous, Bucket List, Trip, Travel, Blog, Beautiful, Well-maintained, Exquisite, Gardens, Birds, Insects, Butterflies, Bees, Pollinators, Restaurant, Attraction, Transportation, Tips, Advice, Information, Water, Food, Enchanting, Must See, Photography, Photos, Photographer, Kindness, Acts of Kindness, Story, Stories, Relaxing, Healing, Restful, Peaceful, Calm, Silence, Birdsong, Fresh air, Worthwhile, High Quality, Gift Shop, Art, Sculpture, Totem Poles, Benches, Shade, Solitude, Uplifting, Inspiring Deanna Etherington

The Eye-Popping Sunken Garden at The Butchart Gardens!

In August 2024 I achieved a personal milestone (a.k.a. Bucket list) that I added to my to-do list in 2013 - more than 11 years ago. I spent one absolutely GLORIOUS full day at The Butchart Gardens near Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. To me, this place is like heaven on earth. See why!

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Terra Park, Johnston, Iowa, Des Moines Area, City Park, Playgrounds, Pond, Fishing, Restrooms, Prairie, Marsh, Picnic Shelters, Wheelchair Accessible, Fun, Peaceful Deanna Etherington Terra Park, Johnston, Iowa, Des Moines Area, City Park, Playgrounds, Pond, Fishing, Restrooms, Prairie, Marsh, Picnic Shelters, Wheelchair Accessible, Fun, Peaceful Deanna Etherington

A Perfectly Peaceful City Park in Johnston, Iowa

While I love road trips, sometimes driving for several hours makes this body ache a bit. My usual solution is to find a highly rated city, county, or state park to get in a quick walk.

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