Travel Tips

The Barnes Collection– French Impressionism in Philadelphia, PA

One of the best, and certainly the strangest, museum of French Impressionist art is the Barnes Collection in Philadelphia. Barnes was a classic rich American who bought up a lot of EU culture and... read more

Carlsbad Caverns- Carlsbad, New Mexico

We visited this National Park in October 2021. The weather was still lovely, and the temperatures were terrific. Carlsbad Caverns National Park is in the Chihuahuan Desert of southern New Mexico. It... read more

Eating in Utah: A General Guide, Mostly for International Visitors

American restaurants typically serve gargantuan portions. At age 79, when we order Chinese, its one entree and two plates, or 3-4 appetizers (a Dim Sum meal). The Denny's restaurant chain has... read more

List of Things to Do in Moshi, Tanzania

Moshi is a small and lively Tanzanian market town. It is the capital of the Kilimanjaro region. What makes Moshi so unique is the fact that it is hidden behind one of the world's most beautiful... read more

Visiting Bahrain - Not Your Stereotypical Desert Island

Bahrain is country number 187. I'm really excited to be able to creep a little closer to my goal of every country after the wipe out that was 2020. Bahrain is the third-smallest nation in Asia after... read more

Lucky 7s - Belterra Casino & Golf Resort

The bill slipped inside the machine, the buttons lit up while neon colors and shapes pulsed across the screen. It was literally the first spin of the slot machine that landed on all sevens! Maureen's... read more

The Wonders of Sipi Falls

I have been so immeasurably blessed to drink from nature's full and learn from it. Going to new places whenever the opportunity knocks on your door is the greatest but most rewarding risk ever... read more

Visiting San Angelo, Texas

This city is located on the Concho River . It's known for its 1860s U.S. army post, the Fort Concho National Historic Landmark. Its restored buildings display original artifacts and weapons. So, one... read more

Green Weekend in Dinant: What to See and Do Not Miss

Dinant is a small, pretty Belgian town with a beautiful natural environment to explore. The atmosphere along the Meuse quay is calm and pleasant. In the summer, you can sit on the terrace while... read more

Ethical Thai Elephant Sanctuaries

Northern Thailand is home to many amazing places and offers so much to do. You can explore cities, see Buddhist temples, and so much more. However, the best thing to do in your time in and... read more

The Vondelpark of Amsterdam

There is no doubt that the capital of Netherlands is a very popular city for many reasons. Great museums that gather visitors from every corner of this world, top class artists such as Rembrandt and... read more

Visiting Silverton, Colorado During the Fall

While staying in Cortez, Colorado, we took the drive, (not the train) from Cortez to Silverton in September. All I can tell you is this; it's incredible in the Fall. We opted not to take the train... read more

An Introduction to Menorca

Small but perfectly formed, the island of Menorca holds a special place in my heart. I was six years old when I first visited with my family and we stayed in a small, white apartment surrounded by... read more

Visiting Mesa Verde National Park

Mesa Verde National Park is in Southwest Colorado. We stayed in Cortez Colorado which allowed us to drive about 15 minutes up the road to the entrance of the park. This National Park is known for its... read more

A Walk Through History and Nature Along the Opale Coast

Between the Manica Channel and the North Sea lies the Opale Regional Natural Park, the so-called Opal Coast. A bucolic landscape to discover, nearby the city of Calais! This protected area... read more