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3 Reasons to Visit Hot Sulphur Springs, Colorado
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3 Reasons to Visit Hot Sulphur Springs, Colorado

Hot Sulphur Springs is one of those tiny towns that’s barely a dot on the map. Historically this Colorado town was significant during stagecoach and railroad travel days. Don’t just drive through this town between Granby and Kremmling. Make a stop to learn a little history, eat some good grub and soak in therapeutic mineral … Continue reading

Winter in the Wasatch: What to do in Park City and Heber City, Utah
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Winter in the Wasatch: What to do in Park City and Heber City, Utah

From world-class alpine skiing to snowshoeing, snow recreation is endless in Utah’s Wasatch Mountains.  Whether you’re going on a ski vacation to Park City or just want to spend a few days in a winter wonderland, the Wasatch Mountains are easy to get to from Salt Lake City with just a 35-minute drive into the … Continue reading

2019 Holiday Gift Guide for the Traveler, Hiker and Adventurer
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2019 Holiday Gift Guide for the Traveler, Hiker and Adventurer

If you’re still searching for a great gift for a traveler or outdoorsy adventurer, here are my picks this holiday season.  I’ve road tested every item and, in some cases, are always in my bag.  I’m sharing my pics for travel fashion, bags and cool go gear.  Most things you can find on Amazon or … Continue reading

A Day in Cuyahoga Valley National Park
Explore The Outdoors / Explore The Parks / U.S. National Parks

A Day in Cuyahoga Valley National Park

I had no idea there’s a haven of lush forest and a vibrant railroad history paralleling the Cuyahoga River between Cleveland and Akron until I spent a day in Cuyahoga Valley National Park. I knew there are beautiful rolling hills covered with forest near Cleveland, but what I wasn’t expected was beautiful waterfalls, picturesque serene … Continue reading

A Regional Plane With Premium Experience For Everyone: United Airlines New Bombardier CRJ-550
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A Regional Plane With Premium Experience For Everyone: United Airlines New Bombardier CRJ-550

The trend has been pack ‘em like sardines when it comes to air travel, until now. United Airlines is bucking the trend with an industry first. In their new aircraft, the Bombardier CRJ-550 joining the fleet this weekend, you have room in every seat. They cut the number of seats from 70 to 50. Whether … Continue reading

A Mystical Night in the Samalayuca Dunes near Juarez, Mexico
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A Mystical Night in the Samalayuca Dunes near Juarez, Mexico

I had major reservations about this adventure, and rightfully so.  It meant crossing the border from El Paso into Juarez and going south to the desolate Chihuahua Desert at night.  I was torn.  I wanted to experience the mysticism of the dunes, yet hesitant because of the known violence, including a National Geographic reporter being … Continue reading

Travel Purse You Can Wear 4 Ways
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Travel Purse You Can Wear 4 Ways

My travel gear, whether functional or fashionable, has to be versatile. On my recent trip to Switzerland and Paris I carried a purse that can be worn four ways. You can wear it as a crossbody, wristlet, shoulder bag or waist bag. I like to always have a smaller purse when I travel for just … Continue reading

Fall Weekend in Port Aransas, Texas
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Fall Weekend in Port Aransas, Texas

Fall is the secret season along the Texas Riviera, aka Texas Coast. It’sbeen 2.5 years since I’ve been to Port Aransas, a laidback small beach townthat was nearly wiped off the map when Category 4 Hurricane Harvey pummeled it in late August 2017. My friend Kerry rebuilt her small beach cottage and I had been … Continue reading