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One for the Bucket List: Swimming with Manatees in Crystal River, Florida

May 1, 2019January 6, 2021 by Lori Grundy
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The end of November brings a chill to the air in the colorful coastal town of Crystal River, Florida, and with it the arrival of manatees. Tucked in along Kings Bay off the Gulf of Mexico, Crystal River prevails as…
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Self Portrait, Vincent van Gogh

Vincent van Gogh: His Life in Art

April 1, 2019April 6, 2019 by Jessica
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“Who is there that conveys, in form and colour, the magnificent dynamic energy the 19th century is again becoming aware of? I know of one man, a lone pioneer, struggling on his own in the depths of darkest night. His…
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The Ladies of Cleopatra Mardi Gras New Orleans

New Orleans Mardi Gras Few Seldom See

March 1, 2019January 4, 2021 by Jessica
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Stands of ladders painted in purple, green, and gold topped with booster seats line the street. Kids dart back and forth throwing flashing Frisbees and bouncy balls caught during last night’s parade. The savory aroma of grilling boudin drifts from…
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Memorial in Washington DC

Harmony Not Hate: Eradicating Xenophobia Through Meaningful Travel

February 1, 2019January 4, 2021 by Pike
Pike
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Hello, my fellow gypsies! Allow me to introduce myself. I am Pike, the dull "rooted" one of this whole Rooted Gypsy partnership. As you may know, Jessie recently posted a request for guest writers to contribute here at the Rooted…
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The Rooted Gypsy at home

Here’s Your Chance to Launch Your Blogging Career: Call For Writers

January 1, 2019January 1, 2019 by Jessica
Jessica
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May I be the first of many to wish you and yours a thrilling New Year! Today marks the third anniversary of The Rooted Gypsy Travel Blog and 2019 looks to be another stellar year. And I want YOU to…
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Surfing in San Diego California

Awesomely Authentic Adventures with Airbnb Experiences: San Diego

December 1, 2018January 11, 2019 by Jessica
Jessica
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So imagine this. You've never even touched a surfboard until an hour ago. And yet you, drenched in the cold salt waters of the Pacific, just managed to ride a crashing wave all the way to the shallows. Just yesterday,…
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Beach at Sarasota Florida

Beyond the Beach: Discover Artsy Sarasota

November 1, 2018July 15, 2019 by Jessica
Jessica
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If you travel far enough and often enough, its only a matter of time before your ability to roll with the punches will be tested. Even the best-made plans fall prey to forces out of our control. Canceled flights, a…
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Rockstar Travel Writer Book

Latest News: The Rooted Gypsy Featured in Roy Stevenson’s Latest Book

October 1, 2018September 30, 2018 by Jessica
Jessica
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Heads up, this post contains affilate links to products I love. Click here for more on those. Aflame. Delighted. Eager. Fired up. Ecstatic. Thrilled. Electrified. Astounded. Giddy. Anyway you put it, I'm stoked to share such awesome news with you!…
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Gerardo “Jerry” Diaz Portraits from Cowboys of Color Stark Museum of Art Orange Texas

Portrait from Cowboys of Color: Spotlighting America’s Overlooked African American Cowboy Culture

September 1, 2018August 31, 2018 by Jessica
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“I'm not black. I'm not a cowboy. These photographs are of real people. They have real lives with real joys and sorrows. The formal portraits taken at the Cowboys of Color Rodeos give us a window into their lives and…
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August: A Month of Zydeco Lunches at Blue Dog Cafe

August 1, 2018December 31, 2020 by Jessica
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Beneath the glaring, wide-eyed stare of dozens of original Blue Dog paintings, the dance floor churns with dancers jitterbugging to the irresistible Zydeco beats. Dulled from countless hours of use, the silver washboard and spoons nevertheless catch the morning light…
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