Destinations
Highlights from places we’ve been
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Whirlwind Tour of Edinburgh’s Top Attractions
Edinburgh, the capital of Scotland, is a city with an abundance of history and charm. Populated long before but established as a city in the 12th century, Edinburgh is a wonderful place to explore. There’s an ancient volcano, military fortresses, castles and palaces, picturesque landscapes and gardens, whisky experiences, and the royal yacht. While not…
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Easy Day Trips Just Outside Edinburgh, Scotland
Just outside Edinburgh, and easily accessible for a day trip, are some fantastic attractions. If you have the time, these are all worth a visit. If your time is limited, choose the one that is most aligned with your interests as each of these places is very different from the other. The Scottish countryside ……
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North Dakota- Painted Canyons and Rustic Charm
As part of a recent road trip, we headed to North Dakota, a state neither of us knew much about. It was summer, the best time to visit this far north, and our focus was the Theodore Roosevelt National Park. The park is named after Theodore Roosevelt, our 26th president, who spent time ranching and…
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Cherry Blossoms in Japan
After an all-night flight through San Francisco, we arrived in a country so different that the term ‘lost in translation’ really does mean something. This was my first time in Japan, so I will lay out a beginner’s itinerary developed by a friend who lived there and repeatedly traveled back to this amazing part of…
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Bali- Unique Island of Sunsets and Temples
Bali, Indonesia has a long history of welcoming tourists from around the world. The natural beauty, accommodations, service, and food make this a wonderful place to relax and recharge. I have spent quite a bit of time here as it was a quick getaway when we lived in Singapore, being just over a two-hour flight.…
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Journey to Meteora (Plus Delphi and Thermopylae)
Meteora in Greece is where the monasteries are “suspended in the sky”. In reality, it’s monasteries built on top of rock formations, but they really do look like they’re suspended in air. This is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and shows up in the 1000 Places to See Before You Die and the Lonely Planet…
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The Edge of North America- St. John’s, Newfoundland
St. John’s sits right on the edge of the North American continent. Summer is the time to visit as the days are long and pleasant with lots of hiking and outdoor activities. Spring, when the whales and icebergs can be seen offshore, is when I am going back. Established in the early 1600s it has…
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The Bourbon Trail
A drive along The Bourbon Trail in Kentucky is a great way to learn how Bourbon is made. Along the trail, we tasted many bourbons, enjoyed the Kentucky landscape, and learned about American history. The warmth of the ‘Kentucky hug’ can not only be felt in the bourbon but in the people as well. We…