Here's a Peek Into Philly Store Owners' Vacation Photo Albums

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When they're not stocking their boutiques with the latest and greatest, Philly store owners pack their suitcases for some much-needed R&R. Here, nine Philadelphia shopkeeps share a photo and a thought from their favorite vacations, from their travels to "Middle Earth," Munich, and beyond. (Can you guess which store owner once partied with models at a Duran Duran concert in Iceland?)

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• Stef Lutzo, owner, Adresse: This is a photo from our first trip to LA with my boys, which proved that they are the greatest travelers ever! It marked the beginning of many more adventures!
• Ky Cao, co-founder of South Street men's store Ps & Qs: Hawaii is paradise! Good food, good time, good vibes. But for me, the greatest thing about Hawaii is the sound and the feel of the ocean and to se
• Ann Gitter, owner, Knit Wit: I go every year to London over Thansgiving. The holiday decorations are up and everything looks magical. Love shopping in Shoreditch and seeing all the new, fun stores!
• Sara Selepouchin, owner, Occasionette: My husband and I visited Munich, Germany, on our honeymoon earlier this year and absolutely loved it. One of my favorite things was watching the older couple
• Liz Sieber, owner, Omoi Zakka Shop: I consider myself a city girl and always sought out busy, city trips in the past. I wasn’t sure what to expect in San Diego, California, so instead of making
• Elena Brennan, owner, Bus Stop: One of my favorites was Vilnius, the capital of Lithuania. I had no idea that the city, once part of Russia, had such a cultural art scene! This photo was taken in fron
• Alina Alter, owner, Aoki: I took a trip to Iceland with my dad when I graduated from high school in 2005. I felt like I traveled to Middle Earth or something! I loved the dramatic landscape and weather,
• Craiger Drake, owner, Craiger Drake (pictured with girlfriend Denise): Jackson Hole is my new favorite Vacation spot. Amazing hikes, fun nightlife, great food, and an occasional trip to a cowboy ba
• David Grimes, owner, Armour (704 S. 4th Street): I love Anguilla because the beaches look like they are right off the pages of a magazine, and I've always been impressed and inspired by the local artwork—

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