Provence – with its’ Roman ruins, medieval villages, and quiet layers of illusive history – has inspired visitors for decades. It beckons to a France much different than its’ northern counterparts.
Destination Charleston
Cities on the water have their own special magic, but the charm, grace and warm welcome that Historic Charleston exudes is mesmerizing. Walking the stone sidewalks and cobblestone streets through the enchanting architecture – the homes and steeples; the gas lanterns and window boxes; all while horse-drawn carriages go by – makes you feel suspended…
Biking the Route of the Hiawatha
Idaho’s Rail to Trail Star Trestles, tunnels and trails… biking the “Route of the Hiawatha” is a 15 mile bike trail that covers part of the Olympian Hiawatha railway route over the Montana and Idaho border. It is one of only 15 US bike trails named to the “Rail Trail Hall of Fame” by the…
RV Adventures #2 – The Badlands
In the span of just a few miles we found the rolling grasslands dropping away to an other-worldly landscape of rocky pyramids, pillars, knife edge ridges and narrow canyons. The drive through the north east section of the Badlands Wall during the late afternoon was truly breathtaking.
2021 – What Will You Miss?
In looking at my intentions for the year, I asked myself two questions.
1) If absolutely nothing changes in 2021 – what will you do?
2) If everything went back to “normal” magically overnight … WHAT WOULD YOU MISS?
RV Adventures #1 – On The Road
“Hitting the open road” in a recreational vehicle was never even on our radar. Travel? Always. Camping? Never. Hotels with soft beds and hot showers just sounded much better. Enter 2020 … a year like no other.
Castles and Cathedrals of the Rhine
A Rhine River cruise is one of the most popular ways to enjoy the beauty and history of the Rhine. The castles, cathedrals, towns and vineyards are a rich tapestry back in time.
Sydney Bridge Climb – Five Things to Know
One of the most popular things to do in Sydney is to climb to the summit of the city’s iconic Harbor Bridge. I was wondering if my fear of heights would hold me back but knew that the exhilaration of standing at the top enjoying the 360 degree view would be hard to beat. I…
Glamping at Zion National Park Under Canvas
Zion National Park The last time I slept in a tent I was ten years old and in the Girl Scouts. Let’s be honest … sleeping on the ground without a bathroom loses its appeal a little more each year. Enter the “glamping” trend and it definitely got my attention. Sleeping in a tent with…
My First Travel Blog – Age 9 Athens Greece
It was Athens, Greece in May of 1974. Of course I am using the term “blog” loosely as I had an audience of exactly one… my fourth grade teacher. I was seven years old when my Dad was stationed in England and our family moved abroad for a year. After that he was assigned at…