Heart of the Nation, an Iowa Rodeo
One of the most enjoyable things about my annual summer road trip, (which I call the “Retirement Doesn’t Suck Tour”), is seeking out events, like rodeos, that provide fabulous photo opportunities and great subjects to write about. During my three-month sojourn, traveling over 11,000 miles around the US this summer, I stumbled upon a special one, […]
Yokohama on My Mind
Formerly a small fishing village on the Tokaido road, Yokohama, now Japan’s second largest city, was first made a treaty port in 1859. Then followed an influx of traders, especially Chinese and British, making it the biggest port in Asia by the early 1900.
Time-Travel Trip Across America – Charleston to Asheville
In this short roadtrip, we traversed America.
The Elegant Greenbrier, Home of the Top Secret Bunker
The most popular thing to do at the luxury Greenbrier Resort in West Virginia isn’t being pampered at the spa, playing a round of golf on one of its world-class courses, or indulging in its legendary fine dining.
Florida’s Hidden Gem is Clay County
With travel opening again, let us start with hidden gems like Clay County, Florida. It sits south of Jacksonville and west of St. Augustine.
The Enchantment of The Finger Lakes
Often there are ties with locations that we never thought connected us to a place.
The “Greenest” Hotel in America, The Proximity Hotel
The posh Proximity Hotel exudes swank luxury, New York City style, down south in glorious Greensboro, North Carolina. It provides the essence of comfort and welcome to all who visit.
The Quintessential Stars of the Green Mountain State
The covered bridges of Vermont are often found on postcards, in books and stories about the state and on many different social media sites. They’re the settings for idyllic, scenic drives, weddings, and ghost tales.
Living a Desolate Dream for 2000 Miles – Baja Road Trip
One of the most desolate places on earth starts just across the border from where I live in San Diego, the approximately 760 miles/1200-kilometer-long Baja Peninsula.
Dry Tortugas National Park by Seaplane
One of America’s most remote National Parks offers a fascinating history in a tropical setting, rich with wildlife and natural beauty.