Travel Tips

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... read more

6 Ways to Experience Athens Like a Local

Athens is a city unlike any other—perched between East and West and full of contrasts. One moment, it charms you with ancient marvels and lively neighbourhoods, and the next, it reveals its... read more

The Best Bike Resume, Bella Vista Arkansas

The mark of a truly fun destination is when you keep coming back; we routinely visit Bella Vista, Arkansas, twice a year, with the goal of adding a third extended stay. We road-tripped from West... read more

Discover the Amalfi Coast in Winter: the Magic of Atrani's lights

Passing through Atrani during the Christmas season, you can sense an air of anticipation. Songs and lights prepare the atmosphere for the joyous event that, at dawn on December 24th, will see the... read more

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... read more

From Pulque to Mezcal: Mexico City's Beverage Culture Beyond the Margari

I grew up watching my tío disappear into the pulquería on the corner every Saturday afternoon, emerging hours later with stories and a slightly crooked grin. That blue-painted doorway, with its... read more

A Journey Through Kerala: Where Night Fires Dance

I have always believed that certain journeys don't simply happen to you—you grow into them. My recent trip to Kerala was one of those stories that felt less like a vacation and more like a calling... read more

You Won’t Believe the Food I Tried in Meghalaya – Spicy is an Understate

When I planned my trip to the Northeast, I knew Meghalaya was famous for its clouds, waterfalls, and unique culture. But little did I know that my taste buds were about to go on the most thrilling... read more

Virginia is for Bike Lovers

Virginia's state marketing slogan: Virginia is for Lovers. However, I am advocating for a minor adjustment. Virginia is for BIKE lovers! After a 10-hour drive on numerous toll roads in Ohio and... read more

5 Top Places for Wrapped Souvlaki in Athens

Souvlaki, particularly the one wrapped in pita (tylichto in Greek), is a Greek staple and one of the world's most famous Greek dishes. Although souvlaki restaurants (souvlatzidika in Greek) have... read more

Ninh Binh One Day Trip from Hanoi – An Unexpected but Adorable Journey

Taking leave from the office to travel is always a little difficult because you want to cover as many places as you can in a limited number of days. This time, we planned to visit two neighboring... read more

The Theatre of Thorikos: The World’s Longest-Lived Theatre

It may be difficult to believe, but the world's oldest surviving theatre is located in Thorikos, not one of the great towns of ancient Greece. The ruins of the ancient city of Thorikos (or... read more

Birthday Bike, Whistler

In my group of adventurous friends, we have a rule. At milestone birthdays, particularly 50, you get to choose a vacation destination to celebrate active aging. Josh picked Whistler, BC, Canada, in... read more

Meghalaya at Night: What Happens After the Mist Rolls In

When the sun dips behind the rolling Khasi Hills and the cool mist begins to blanket the valleys, Meghalaya reveals a side that few daytime visitors ever witness. Known as the “abode of... read more

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... read more