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✈️RDU and Nashville Airports in Heated Battle for Aer Lingus' Dublin Route

🍽️ Savoring Italy: A Gastronomic Tour of Venice, Tuscany, and Rome

🛶 Nature's Playground: Discover Quebec's Epic Outdoor Adventures

🚢 Ritz-Carlton Debuts Evrima: Redefining Luxury Cruising with Boutique Elegance

😋Tasty Trend: Spicy Peanut Chili Oil Noodles with Steak & Shrimp

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RDU and Nashville Airports in Heated Battle for Aer Lingus' Dublin Route

In a strategic move, Nashville International Airport (BNA) is vying for Aer Lingus to establish a direct flight to Dublin, potentially rivalling Raleigh-Durham Airport (RDU).

Nashville's single transatlantic flight is set to be upgraded, and its presentation to the Metropolitan Nashville Airport Authority highlights a robust business case for Aer Lingus' selection.

The competition reflects the unpredictable nature of the aviation industry, with many airports in discussions for new services. The future introduction of Aer Lingus' Airbus A321XLR provides a ray of hope for both Nashville and Raleigh-Durham, with the potential to connect hundreds of daily travelers directly to Dublin by 2025. Read Full Story

Savoring Italy: A Gastronomic Tour of Venice, Tuscany, and Rome

This eight-day Italian culinary adventure takes you through Venice, San Gimignano, Bologna, and Rome, offering an in-depth exploration of Italy's famous food scene. 

From street eats in Venice to a farmhouse stay in Tuscany, you'll taste a wide array of regional specialties. The journey includes cooking classes, wine and olive oil tastings, and dinners with locals.

The trip also supports sustainable practices through a partnership with Cooperativa Coraggio. While the tour is a food lover's dream, participants should be mindful of the physical demands and dietary considerations. 
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Nature's Playground: Discover Quebec's Epic Outdoor Adventures

Quebec, a province three times the size of France, offers an impressive array of outdoor adventures for enthusiasts of all levels. This area offers you everything from whitewater rafting and fat biking to indigenous cultural experiences and whale watching, set against its vast and stunning natural landscapes.

This sets the stage for a thrilling exploration of the great Canadian wilderness.

• Whitewater Rafting on The Lachine: On the Saint Lawrence River, adventurers can tailor their rafting experience from gentle floats to intense paddles through rapids, with Montreal's skyline as the backdrop.

• Fat Biking in Mont Sainte-Anne: Near Quebec City, Mont Sainte-Anne offers year-round adventure with fat bikes providing the needed traction to conquer challenging terrains of ice, snow, and mud.

• Tree Top Walk in The Laurentides: Families can enjoy a stroll among the treetops, learning about local flora and fauna, and savoring panoramic views from an accessible tower.

• Canoe at Jacques-Cartier National Park: A glacial valley within this park provides a stunning setting for both novice and expert paddlers to observe wildlife as they navigate the Jacques-Cartier River.

• Climbing in Val-David-Val-Morin: This regional park is a haven for climbers with 500 routes ranging from 10 to 130 meters, alongside opportunities for bouldering.

• Hike in Parc de la Riviere Doncaster: Located near Montreal, this park offers tranquil trails along the Doncaster River, perfect for a summer hike and picnic.

• View the Waterfall at Parc de la Chute-Montmorency: Marvel at this waterfall, one and a half times higher than Niagara Falls, from various vantage points including a cable car and a zipline.

• Whale Watching in Tadoussac: Embark on a cruise with guaranteed whale sightings in the Saguenay-St. Lawrence Marine Park.

• Outdoor Indigenous Experiences: Engage with the Huron-Wendat Nation through an interactive forest journey and visit the Huron‑Wendat Museum for cultural insights.

• Snowshoeing Through the Woods in Montebello: Explore 80 kilometers of trails in Montagne du Diable Regional Park, with options for overnight stays in cabins or camping.

• Go Canyoning in Gaspé: Experience canyoning or canyon ziplining in the clear waters and spectacular canyons of the Gaspé Peninsula.

• Camping in an oTENTik: Enjoy comfortable camping in Parks Canada accommodations located across Quebec.

• Explore Gatineau Park: Just across from Canada's capital, this park offers a variety of activities from hiking and rock climbing to exploring caves.

• Dog Sled in Charlevoix: Lead a pack of dogs through the snow, with experiences tailored to weather conditions and personal stamina.

• Kayak the Bonaventure River: Navigate the clear, emerald-tinted waters of this river, famous for its salmon and suitable rapids for kayaking and canoeing.

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Ritz-Carlton Debuts Evrima: Redefining Luxury Cruising with Boutique Elegance

Ritz-Carlton has entered the cruise market with the Evrima, a 624-foot yacht offering a boutique, hotel-at-sea experience unlike larger vessels. Targeting a younger, culture-loving demographic, Evrima sails the Mediterranean and Caribbean with a smaller capacity for a more intimate feel.

The yacht boasts 149 suites, numerous amenities including bars, pools, a spa, and a unique marina terrace. The staff, known for their personalized service, ensures a warm, homelike atmosphere.

The itinerary allows ample free time for guests to explore ports of call deeply, with prices starting at $5,800 for seven-night sailings.

Feel free to visit their website for current cruise dates and the details

SPICY PEANUT CHILI OIL NOODLES WITH STEAK & SHRIMP RECIPE

Ingredients

1/4 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup oyster sauce
1 tbsp hoisin sauce
1 tbsp creamy peanut butter
2 tsp laoganma spicy chili crisps (less if you're sensitive to heat)
1/2 tsp chili powder
1 box thai kitchen brown rice noodles
8 oz broccoli florets
1/2 cup red bell pepper cut in strips
1/2 cup onion, chopped
10-12 shrimp
10 oz ribeye, seasoned with salt & pepper, cut in one inch pieces
4 tbsp olive oil, divided

Boil water in a large pot. Meanwhile, make your sauce by mixing soy sauce, oster sauce, hoisin sauce, peanut butter, chili powder & chili crisps.

Add 2 tbsp oil to a skillet over medium high heat and cook steak on each side approximately 1-2 minutes and remove from heat.

In a separate skillet add 2 tbsp oil over medium heat and add broccoli, onions and peppers. Add noodles to boiling water and cook according to package.

Once the vegetables begin to soften add shrimp and cook 2-3 minutes each side, until pink and they make a nice "c" shape.

Drain noodles. Add noodles and sauce to vegetable and shrimp mixture. Return steak to skillet. Give it a few good tosses and enjoy!

(NOTE: You can add any veggies and protein you like. I prefer shrimp, but charred ground beef or ground pork is very good also! To make less spicy use chili crisps)

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