Orchid Bay Resort: A Quiet Coastal Escape in Northern Belize
If you want Belize without crowds, Orchid Bay is a hidden gem. Located in northern Belize its a perfect blend of relaxation and adventure.
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Bloods Lake Hike on Guardsman Pass near Heber City, Park City and Salt Lake City, Utah
Guardsman Pass is a scenic mountain backway connecting Heber City and Park City to Brighton and on to Salt Lake City. The road and trails are flanked with lush mountain foliage including aspens, pines and wildflowers. My friend Pam and I did Blood Lake Trail, one of the more popular hikes on the pass. It’s … Continue reading
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Hike to Mad Creek Barn in Steamboat Springs, Colorado
Barns are an iconic symbol of the ranching lifestyle in Steamboat Springs, Colorado. One of my favorite historic barns is Mad Creek Barn. The hike is four miles round trip in the Mount Zirkel Wilderness Area north of Steamboat. The first ten minutes of the hike are a gradual incline with no shade. Make sure … Continue reading
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Outdoor Adventure, Culinary Capers and Free Fun in Vail, Colorado During COVID-19 Summer
A two night stay in Vail, Colorado, is just an appetizer to its outdoor adventure and amazing culinary scene. If you think it’s just a ritzy resort town, you’re wrong. There’s actually a lot of free fun you can have in this mountain town. I road tripped to Vail to see how this popular tourist … Continue reading
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Waterfall Hike at Piney River Ranch Near Vail, Colorado
Piney River Ranch sits at 9,350 feet at the foot of the Gore Range. Part of the fun is getting there as you drive Red Sandstone Road. It’s 12 miles up a twisty dirt road. The 40-acre Rocky Mountain Retreat is picturesque. You can stay overnight in a cabin or glamping tent, or just go … Continue reading
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Best Biscuits in Utah are at Woodland Biscuit Company
The best biscuits in Utah are off the beaten path. People drive for miles and wait in line for them at Woodland Biscuit Company. The town of Woodland is barely a dot on a map. Around 300 people live mainly on sprawling ranches on the edge of the Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest. It’s a beautiful drive … Continue reading
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Bruschetta and Sangria: A Perfect Pairing at La Bottega in Vail, Colorado
A summertime must during a visit to Vail is eatting bruschetta and sipping sangria on the delightful patio at La Bottega. On my most recent road trip to Vail I was salivating just thinking about it on my drive through the mountains. The Tuscan-inspired restaurant takes on a culinary journey to Italy. I found La … Continue reading
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Socks with Infrared Technology: Review of True Energy Socks
I was skeptical of these socks promising to energize your feet and speed up recovery. True Energy Socks have infrared nano-particles blended into the yarn. The technology works as the nano-particles capture your body’s heat. That infrared energy expands the capillaries in your feet to improve circulation and stimulate cellular recovery. The list of benefits … Continue reading
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European Elegance at Sonnenalp Vail
As you drive up to Sonnenalp Vail, you might feel like you’ve been instantly transported to a grand hotel tucked away in the German Bavarian Alps, even during the COVID-19 pandemic. The boutique luxury hotel is classic, elegant and now my favorite place to stay in Vail. It’s the staff that makes the difference, from … Continue reading
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