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...
14 Aug Switzerland’s Murten makes a great day trip from Bern
Some of our favorite travel memories are things we learned about talking to an innkeeper or fellow traveler. Such was the discovery of Murten in...
18 May Bonaire sparkles in the Caribbean
We enjoy Caribbean cruises because they allow us to sample the islands. However, after 15 cruises, we’ve moved on from sampling and now prioritize gorging...
27 Jan Hiking vacation checklist
After a hiking vacation when my wife and I forgot numerous supplies and equipment, we started a packing list and have kept refining it. Now...
11 Jan Biking the Florida Keys – Looe Key to Key West
This is day three of our bicycle tour along the 100 miles of Highway 1 in the Florida Keys. Join us as we journey Looe...
05 Nov 5 favorite waterfalls in North America
Who doesn’t like a waterfall? They can reduce your stress, enhance your senses and cool the air. I love the thrill of finding and enjoying...
19 Oct Visit Glacier National Park soon
No matter how you feel about global warming and climate change, this statement about Glacier National Park is fact: the glaciers are melting. Estimates are...
03 Oct E-bike literally breathes new life into travel
Electric bicycles – or e-bikes – are a huge opportunity for people to ride more at home and around the globe. I am living proof....
28 Sep Athabasca Glacier hiking tour a highlight of Canada’s Icefields Parkway
We almost cancelled “THE ONE HIKE” – a guided Athabasca Glacier tour – fearing it might be too “touristy” and not live up to the...
31 Jul Yosemite National Park’s extreme beauty and big crowds
Ansel Adams and John Muir devoted part of their lives to protecting wilderness and Yosemite National Park. Today, millions of people each year, domestic and...