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    Spirits of the Caribbean: Goombay Smash, Bahamas

    April 5, 2014 / No Comments

    Welcome back to Eleuthera, as “Spirits of the Caribbean” enjoys a Goombay Smash at Tippy’s.  Made from a mix of pineapple juice, orange juice, and coconut rum, this refreshing cocktail will remind you you’re in the islands.  Said to be the national drink of the Bahamas, the Goombay Smash was created by Miss Emily of Miss Emily’s Blue Bee Bar, Green Turtle Cay, Abaco, Bahamas. Not in the islands at the moment? Try making one at home with this recipe from Bon Appetit. Ready for another island cocktail?  Choose from our collection of  “Spirits of the Caribbean” here. Interested in the island of Eleuthera, Bahamas? Read our six-part trip report…

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    Travel Light: Review of the Westcott Rapid Box 26″ Softbox

    April 5, 2014 / 1 Comment

    Traveling light is becoming a priority for me with my camera gear, particularly once you realize how much difference good equipment makes to an image.  With the Westcott Rapid Box Softbox, I was able to get the best of both worlds: a soft fill light for portraits which is lightweight and easy to carry. First, a bit about the need for a softbox for travel.  People love shots of beautiful sunsets and gorgeous beaches, and love photos of themselves, friends or family experiencing them.  However, they oftentimes find that they are in darkness as they find it difficult to expose both the backgrounds and the subjects properly.  To properly expose…

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