21 Jan New Nikon Z50 mirrorless camera opens up a whole new world of travel photography
To tout Nikon's Z50 mirrorless camera as revolutionary sounds like a lot of hype. But it’s not. I’ve owned many camera and declare this one...
20 Jan Your Caribbean fish and marine life quiz
Test your Caribbean marine life knowledge and earn your new marina nickname. Have fun!...
05 Jan Baby boomers share 5 best travel experiences of 2019
B and Thorny are busy mapping out new adventures for 2020, but we pause to reflect on our 5 best travel experiences of 2019...
09 Dec Five outdoor travel companies with “wow” service
We enjoy shopping for outdoor gear and clothing, and appreciate companies that go beyond the expected and deliver a "wow" experience....
27 Nov Updates for 2020: Gift ideas for the traveler on your list
Here are some travel favorites from B, Thorny & Jim. We hope these inspire ideas to keep the traveler on your list safe, comfy and...
25 Nov Great gift ideas for photographers
One of our joys of travel is photography. Photos let us relive travel memories repeatedly with the same enthusiasm of seeing something new for the...
15 Nov Washington bed & breakfast showcases president and lavender
I rarely write about accommodations. However, I’m taking a detour and sharing about a bed and breakfast we’ve placed on a pedestal....
22 Sep National park book series is laugh-out-loud reading
When someone suggested I read a national parks book entitled “Dear Bob and Sue,” I was skeptical. Three books later, I eagerly await their next...
24 Aug Know your national park wildlife? Let’s take a fun quiz and find out how you rank
We get giddy when developing quizzes about nature, national parks and the outdoors. Inside every quiz, we want you to learn something new and have...
29 Jul Tips for first-time visitors to Switzerland
We frequently meet Americans who want to visit Europe for the first time, but are anxious about language and cultural challenges. We have one word...