Nestled high in the North Carolina Mountains is the quaint village of Blowing Rock. Pretty any time of the year, winter – when the town is blanketed in white fluffy snow – is the best time to visit. Travel and […]
Exploring the Sights and Smells of Chicago
Located on the shores of Lake Michigan, Chicago is a city of magnificent lakefront parks, world-class museums and stunning architecture. And, with Southwest flying non-stop from Greenville to Chicago, it’s now much easier to hop on a plane and explore […]
Say Osiyo to Oklahoma
Oklahoma City I have never seen as many wranglers, boots, and cowboy hats as when I stepped off the plane in Oklahoma City. That’s saying a lot, since I lived in Dallas and the Southwest for many years. But this […]
You Can Come Home Again: Mesa’s Changing Face
I grew up in Mesa, Arizona and I have fond memories of the town. And, while Mesa has certainly changed over the years, a lot of things are still the same. During the Spring, many people flock to Hohokam Park […]
Top 10 Places in the US to Feed the Animals
As far as family trips go, these places are relatively inexpensive. They can be done on a weekend or incorporated into a longer trip. Some places charge by the carload and for other’s it’s as cheap as buying a loaf […]
Caribbean Paradise at Punta Faro Resort on Isla Mucura
Located about three hours away from Cartagena and accessible only by boat, this small island paradise is a way to get away from it all. The island itself is a national park and Punta Faro Resort has eleven acres and […]
Cartagena, the Historic Caribbean Walled City
An easy, short one hour flight on Avencia Airlines will get you from Bogota to Cartagena de Indias. This walled-city is full of history and charm. Founded in 1533, it’s a Unesco World Heritage Site and people come from all […]
Bogota, Colombia a Chic Capital City Nestled in the Mountains
Once considered the “bad boy” of South America, Colombia is trying hard to change the world’s perception of the country. Where once drug cartels made the news and headlines, today’s Colombia is considered a safe, emerging global travel destination. From […]
Top 5 Best Kept Secrets about Cabo San Lucas
1) Cabo does not have the best beaches. First of all, the beaches are public which means that you will constantly have vendors coming up to you while you are trying to soak up the rays, selling everything from bracelets […]
Five Unexpected Beaches on St. Thomas
St. Thomas is one of the busiest cruise ports in the Caribbean with as many as six cruise ships docked on a given day. It’s an island torn between commercialism, with U.S.-based fast food chains and department stores, and its […]
Nine Amazing Eco-Adventure Activities in Mexico
For many people, a vacation to Mexico conjures up imagines of sandy beaches, sparkling infinity pools, and fruity, frozen drinks with little umbrellas in them – basically everything you need for a vacation that involves little more than lying around, […]
Paris’ Marais District, Tour One of Paris, France’s Oldest Neighborhoods
The Marais District, like most of Paris, is a wonderful neighborhood to walk around and explore history, do some shopping and grab a bite to eat. The Marais District in Paris has always been somewhat of a cultural melting pot. […]
Get Off the Beach Chair! Explore Adventurous Activities in Mexico
Beyond the beach chairs and margaritas, Mexico offers up a plethora of activities for the adventurous and not so adventurous traveler. About 1/5 the size of the United States, Mexico is home to diverse mountain regions, vast coastlines, lakes and […]
Cartagena, the Historic Caribbean Walled City
An easy, short one hour flight on Avencia Airlines will get you from Bogota to Cartagena de Indias. This walled-city is full of history and charm. Founded in 1533, it’s a Unesco World Heritage Site and people come from all […]