Jan 12, 2020• by daringsolo
Why Not to Road Trip Solo – 8 Realities to Be Adventure Aware
Let’s face it, we are inundated by social media images and postings of travel and adventure that make just about everyone’s lives look meager in comparison. Solo travel looks glamorous...
May 16, 2024• by TravelLightLaura
Better to be late to the party than to miss the whole enchilada. The Whole Enchilada is a world-famous mountain bike trail in Moab that usually means a shuttle ride to an epic seasonal drop-off...
Apr 12, 2024• by TravelLightLaura
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...
Mar 8, 2024• by TravelLightLaura
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...
Feb 9, 2024• by TravelLightLaura
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...
Nov 28, 2023• by TravelLightLaura
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...
Coconut Palm Suite: Downtown Paradise! Tiki Bar, Pool, Whimsical Art