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Whiskey 101 For Beginners : 23 Tips To Turn You Into a Pro

November 12, 2022 By Bob Bales 1 Comment

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Whiskey isn’t just for cowboys bellying up to a bar in a western movie. If you are new to drinking  whiskey then here is a little Whiskey 101 if you will to get you started. … [Read more...]

Isabela’s Bar Cuba A Unique Cigar Bar With Something For Everyone

January 18, 2021 By Bob Bales Leave a Comment

My stay in St Augustine was hosted by the CVB. This article contains affiliate links. I love meeting new people when I travel. I also love cigars and a good cigar shop, so when I found out about Isabela’s Bar Cuba in St Augustine Florida, I had to visit. Located in St Augustine’s historic district, Isabela’s Bar Cuba is more than just a cigar bar, but more … [Read more...]

When You See The Prohibition Signs, You’re In The Right Place

July 18, 2020 By Bob Bales 8 Comments

I recently visited Savannah Georgia and my trip was hosted by Visit Savannah There are some really great Savannah Museums and the American Prohibition Museum is no exception. Located in the City Market downtown, you will know you are close when you start to see the prohibition signs. Savannah’s City Market has a little bit of everything. From Candy Stores and … [Read more...]

Cigar Review of the Arturo Fuente Double Chateau

August 7, 2019 By Bob Bales 1 Comment

Arturo Fuente Double Chateau Cigar and Single Malt Whisky

The following is a sponsored post, however all opinions are mine You know I love cigars, and always have some with me when traveling, so when the folks at Holt’s Cigar Company asked me if I was interested in reviewing some cigars I jumped at the chance. Arturo Fuente, one of the premier cigar makers, has been in business since 1912 and is consistently rated for making some … [Read more...]

How to Enjoy A Little Taste of Cuba in Texas

March 31, 2019 By Bob Bales 5 Comments

Cigar Roller

They say, “Choose something you love and you will never work a day in your life”. That is only partially true. Manny Lopez, Owner of El Cubano Cigars, certainly loves what he does and you can tell he thoroughly enjoys all the aspects of the business, except maybe the regulations, but he is one hard working man. Manny does about 100 events a year where he goes off site or hosts … [Read more...]

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Profile Flipped Hi and welcome to The Traveling Fool. Born with a passion of learning about the history of different cultures, Bob Bales (aka The Traveling Fool) enjoys discovering people and places he finds off the beaten path that most tourists don’t know about. Often found with a cigar in one hand and a good whiskey in the other, Bob likes to write about what makes those people and places he visits special. Being retired military and having lived, worked and traveled from Europe to Asia and North America there is always a history and story to be told. To learn more about The Traveling Fool check out my About Me page.

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