20 Jun Five reasons you should consider hiking poles
“Hey Mister! Are those ski poles?” “Daddy, why is that man carrying metal sticks?” So, what does my nephew have to do with this post? He grew...
05 Jun Five favorite Caribbean islands
Visiting Caribbean islands fills my heart and soul with joy. Unless I missed a few spots with my sunscreen. Even then, the burn stings less...
26 May Electric bicycle FAQ
I get lots of questions as an electric bike rider. Here are answers to the most frequently asked questions to help shed some light on...
26 May Lucerne – A Swiss icon that is sure to please
Lucerne, Switzerland will always be one of my favorite European cities. Its core of well-preserved medieval history exists in harmony with modern architecture, business and...
11 May The fun rolls on with Cycle North Carolina
Every spring, more than 1,000 cyclists from all over the country come together for the three-day Cycle North Carolina (CNC) Coastal Ride. 2017 marked the...
10 May Hiking in Great Smoky Mountains National Park
We’re fortunate to live just a couple hours drive from the Great Smoky Mountains, site of the most-visited national park in America. Its more than...
02 May Tips for better underwater snorkeling photos
After day three of snorkeling the reefs of Bonaire, my wife looked at my computer screen and said, “Honey, what did you do today? Your...
19 Apr Bicycling in the Florida Keys – Overseas Heritage Trail
I love the Florida Keys. I love to bike. So what better way to celebrate my 59th birthday than a bike adventure from Key Largo...
05 Apr Utah’s short weird amazing Toadstools Trail
Have you ever been surprised, when your jaw literally drops and your eyes figuratively pop out of their sockets? Mine did at the end of...
09 Feb A side of San Francisco you’ve never seen
We like to start out in any new city with a small group walking tour. It’s a great way to get oriented to a new...