Things to Do in La Paz Waterfall

Drive Costa Rica

If you land in San Jose, Costa Rica during the morning or early afternoon I would suggest renting a car and drive directly to La Paz Waterfall Gardens. (Approximately one hour and 10 minutes...

Just Seven Days? San José Says You Can

Starting and ending your visit to Costa Rica from the country's busiest arrival and departure point, Juan Santamaría International Airport is about 20 minutes from the heart of the capital city, San...

UP Yours, Winter Sports Michigan

In Michigan's UP (Upper Peninsula) through January, snow totals have already eclipsed 150” and counting in Ishpeming and Marquette areas. During a recent post-holiday trip to our house in the Ish...

Messi’s Dream to Gaudí’s Soul — A Culer’s Pilgrimage Through Barcelona

I distinctly remember the moment the SNCF (TGV inOUI) train rolled out of Paris, slicing through the countryside toward Barcelona. For many, it would have been just another cross-border journey. For...

Where to Go in Utrecht with Kids

Utrecht is the fourth largest city in the Netherlands and offers lots of things to do and see when visiting with kids. We lived in Utrecht for a few years and, along with our children (two boys...

Hiking Rinjani via Sembalun: A Wild Ride of Sweat and Tears

Let me say this upfront: Mount Rinjani is not just a mountain it's an emotional rollercoaster. This hike isn't just about walking up and down. It's a full on movie experience: drama (legs dying...