Upper Antelope Canyon - a Photographer's Dream

Upper Antelope Canyon is among some of the most photographed locations in the world - and for good reason! We were visiting friends in San Tan Valley, Arizona in January, and took the opportunity to...

Visiting Zion National Park On A Busy Holiday Weekend

From the moment you approach the area of Zion National Park you will SAY “WOW!” You are surrounded by a magnificent maze of wonder everywhere you turn. And if you are folks like us, we have to...

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...