After a very long hiatus, it’s time for another “Where in the world am I?” photo challenge! Do you know where I took this picture? Like in weeks past, I’ll give no clues up front, but will periodically tweet and post clues on my Facebook and Google+ pages to help you out. So, if you don’t already follow […]
The National Park Service uses over twenty different titles for the park units it manages, including National Monument, National Historic Site, National Battlefield Site, National Recreation Area, National Preserve and of course, the crème de la crème, National Park. There are fifty-nine areas designated as National Parks, starting with Yellowstone in 1872 followed by California’s […]
Since ancient times lighthouses have offered protection, their glowing lenses providing a guiding light to the weary traveler. They meant a safe haven from the tumultuous sea, a warning of dangerous rocks or reefs. And after a long voyage, the first sight of a lighthouse gave hope and relief that home was near. Like photos of bridges […]
I can’t believe that in just a few short weeks I’ll be going to Costa Rica! One of the most popular travel destinations in the world, Costa Rica is renowned for its unspoiled natural beauty and breathtaking scenery. Tucked between Nicaragua and Panama on the Central American isthmus, Costa Rica also enjoys two scenic coastlines with […]
I knew when I visited Key West for the first time two-and-a-half years ago that I would return someday. Between the unforgettable 127-mile drive on the Overseas Highway, the colorful and quaint architecture, and the overall relaxed vibe of the island, I instantly fell in love with the “Conch Republic.” Winter is actually peak season […]
Why didn’t anyone ever tell me what a beautiful city San Antonio was before? That was my first thought when my “epic road trip” took me to this city of 1.4 million people located in south-central Texas. A meandering river, lots of open green spaces and plenty of public art, San Antonio blends old and […]
There’s no missing the omnipresent queue out front, and it’s there for a reason. Ever since 1862, when the original Café Du Monde coffee stand opened in New Orleans’ famous French Quarter, people have been lining up for their signature beignets and café au lait blended with chicory root. Located on Decatur Street, across from Jackson […]
In an isolated corner of New Mexico, not too far from the border with Texas, is one of the world’s greatest natural wonders: Carlsbad Caverns National Park. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, a visit to the complex of underground caves is like embarking on The Journey to the Center of the Earth. Although not the largest […]
Golden fields, snow-capped volcanic peaks, and the most luminous blue skies I’ve ever seen; the Andean Plateau, or Altiplano as it’s known in Peru, is a land of extremes. Its altitude averages above 12,000 feet (3,750 meters) and is characterized by year-round cold, arid air and strong winds. It’s the widest part of the Andes […]
The Getty Center—the famed, world-class museum complex perched high in the Santa Monica Mountains overlooking West Los Angeles and the Pacific Ocean—is one of the top attractions for visitors to L.A. But people shouldn’t forget about the original Getty Museum, now known as the Getty Villa, which is absolutely worth a visit too. Located atop […]
