Once we completed the Mesa Verde drive to the top towards the museum and finished the creek hike, we knew we had to tackle the loop drives to see the...
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Into the Storm: Our Rainy Adventure at Colorado National Monument
A Terrifying Drive Through the Flash Flood We were driving from Colorado Springs to Grand Junction, excited about...
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Casa Bonita: Where Dinner Becomes an Adventure
If you ever find yourself in Denver and someone tells you, “Let’s go to a Mexican restaurant,” you might imagine tacos...
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Baldassare Forestiere and the Garden Beneath California
There are gardens, and then there are the Forestiere Underground Gardens, where the first thing a visitor learns is that the...
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225 Steps Later: Discovering Thousand Steps Beach
While attending a tennis tournament this weekend, we had a few hours to spare before my daughter had to compete. Instead of...
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Is it finally time to make your Mediterranean summer dream a reality? The only correct answer here is ‘yes’ because Sardinia, an Italian island...
The museum at Mesa Verde National Park offered us two hikes to choose from, each about 2.3 miles: one down to the bottom of the canyon and back up...
Going to Mesa Verde National Park was supposed to be a quick trip from our hotel in Cortez, Colorado. The park opens at 8, so we decided to start...
We set out to fulfill our late father’s wish to visit Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, the place where he had his first heart...
Did you know that Arches National Park has more than 2,000 natural arches that have been discovered? And who knows how many more are still waiting to...
On a blazing hot day in Moab, Utah, we decided to venture into Arches National Park. Now, getting into this natural wonderland isn’t as easy as...
At the Trailhead We were told that the Badlands trail in Indio is a must-do hike, offering impressive views of the surrounding mountains. We love...
We embarked on a journey to Oak Glen, California, lured by a friend’s persistent tales of its picturesque beauty. Packed with anticipation and...
The London Bridge, steeped in history and folklore, has found an unexpected home in Lake Havasu City, Arizona, captivating visitors with its...
Planning your next holiday? Look no further than Barbados! This stunning Caribbean Island is a must-visit destination for any traveller. With its...
On the Road So, picture this: It’s my daughter’s 11th birthday, and we’re all geared up for a fabulous trip from Palm Springs to...
Once a sleepy fishing village on the shores of the Arabian Gulf, Dubai has emerged from the desert sands to become a world-class city of...
So, there we were, our intrepid bunch of adventurers, including our slightly eccentric grandparents who had traveled all the way from Denver to Palm...
Ras Al Khaimah is a hidden jewel in the United Arab Emirates, boasting beautiful scenery, a thriving culture, and a fascinating history. Visiting...
Costa Rica, a tropical paradise nestled in Central America, has long been a favorite destination for travelers seeking adventure, natural beauty, and...