Utah Hot Air Balloon Rides

I don't know how many different places in Utah offer tourists rides in hot air balloons, but Park City and Heber City do (contact the Heber City airport or Heber Valley Chamber of Commerce). We...

International Balloon Fiesta - Balloon Ride

If you are interested in visiting the International Balloon Fiesta in Albuquerque, New Mexico and want to ride in a hot air balloon make reservations several months in advance. The fiesta we...

Mountain Bike the Mitten

Most avid mountain bikers that visit the Mitten roll into Marquette or Copper Harbor, both epic trail systems. Copper Harbor is an IMBA Silver-level ride center, and Marquette is just a little behind...

Mountain Magic, Winter Park CO

A rocky mountain ski trip is winter magic: snow-capped views above 10,000 feet, delightful apres-ski toasts with ski buddies, ripping a top-to-bottom run on packed powder, and a soak in the...

New Orleans, Lessons from the Swamp

I'd never been to New Orleans. This classic southern Cajun-vibe city perched on the gulf in a giant swath of wetlands where seawater meets the Mississippi River. I bet you've heard the nickname, The...

Give the Gift of Travel (Five Mountain Bike Vacations)

f you're like me, you're already scheming and planning for 2024 travel. And, since the holiday season is upon us, let's skip more stuff and give the gift of travel instead. What's on our 2024 wish...