Oregon offers a varied landscape. Explore the volcanoes and the glacier-clad mountains of the Cascades. Or see the lakes and caves nestled in-between. The Columbia River offers watersports and scenery along with a study in the last ice age. And…
Galveston Weekend Itinerary A quick drive from Houston, or Austin, Galveston Island offers miles of beaches, a vibrant nightlife and lots of attractions and museums to explore for a weekend away. Friday Learn about the culture of Galveston by…
Books by Ernest Hemingway A Moveable Feast by Ernest Hemingway For the Hemingway fans, walk through the 1920s Paris as he coming into his own as a writer. Live the life of a struggling writer in a cold Paris apartment…
Best Books set in France Time to grab a book and escape, especially if you love all things French. Here’s some of the best books set in France to transport you to the land of love and wine from your…
Best Places to Stay in National Parks with Kids Let the kids roam free. See wild animals in their native habitat. Find fields of wildflowers. Roast a marshmallow. Take a hike. And forget about the phone. That’s what a National…
The Texas Hill Country is a wildflower hot spot each spring. And driving is the best way to discover hidden gems covered in flowers. So here’s 15 places to find Texas Wildflowers this spring. Hill Country Wildflower Drives Isn’t a better…
If you’re planning a fabulous vacation this year, chances are you’re probably renting a car for a portion of your trip. So before you hit the reserve button on a rental car agency’s website consider your options. And here’s what…
Looking for a way to enjoy the pristine beauty and peaceful quiet of a winter day, then head outdoors. Take a snowshoe walk through a postcard. Or learn to mush on a dogsled trek. Enjoy the view while taking a…
Where to Take Kids Skiing in Lake Tahoe Squaw Valley is a legendary Olympic resort in Lake Tahoe boasting 6,500 acres to explore. And its runs top lists across the world, like the KT-22. It’s a bucket list destination for…
Kids love things that go BOOM! And so do adults. So plan a visit to a National Park that features a volcano. Your school-age kids will surprise you with how much they know about volcanic forces. And everyone is fascinated…
I am a writer so that means I am a reader too. Tasked with any tedious job, I always download an audiobook and listen while I work. It’s the easiest way to get through a lot of books. And when…
The gift giving season is upon us. And it’s hard to find the perfect gift for those on your list. So if you’re looking for the best gifts for women who travel, here’s some of my favorite items along with…