Things to Do in Michigan

Approaching my 100th brewery tested in Michigan

A pint of craft beer is on average 200 – 250 calories. So there's a pork chop in every beer, perhaps a club sandwich as a point of measurement. Despite the caloric intake, the Holmes & Watson Bike...

Tourist In Your Own Town: Muskegon, Michigan

Most people tell me they don't travel because of time and money. My gut tells me the real problem is defining what constitutes travel. What is it? What's considered a vacation and where do you have...

Travel Tips When Going to Detroit

Detroit may seem like any other larger Midwestern city, but it is so much more than that. With the hubbub of the auto industry, beautiful suburbs, vibrant culture and the ever-changing weather thanks...

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...

A Guide to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Uganda

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is one of Uganda's finest national parks and is home to the endangered Mountain Gorillas in Uganda. Bwindi National Park is a diverse tropical rain forest park...