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Petrified Forest National Park

June 14, 2025

This unique park is perfect for those interested in science or history. Families with curious kids will also enjoy it here. While the landscape itself is interesting-a wind swept painted desert that can look a bit otherworldly, the park is more about education than it is about unusual topography or stunning vistas. Located in […]

What Makes a Place Magical?

June 13, 2025

Have you ever visited a place that seemed magical to you? What qualities made it seem that way? Was it mysterious, secluded, spiritual or even spooky? Was it unusual in certain ways that made it stand out to you? I have visited two magical places in my life- Savannah, Georgia and Costa Rica. Each is […]

Atlanta!

June 11, 2025

Atlanta is a great city, y’all! Despite the fact that I have been going there since I was a child (I have relatives there) I have never written about the city. I am going to correct that right now! There is so much history in Atlanta! It was burned to the ground during the […]

Pantelleria, Italy

June 10, 2025

If you’re in Italy and looking for somewhere a bit off the beaten path, you may want to consider Pantelleria, a volcanic island located between Sicily and Tunisia. Reach it via ferry or a short flight from Palermo or Trapani. This island has a look quite different from Italy- in fact it is reminiscent of […]

Albuquerque Balloon Festival!

June 9, 2025

I love New Mexico- I find it stunning in a way very different from my North Carolina home.(which is also gorgeous!) Generally, when I think of NM-one of two pictures pops into my mind. First, there is Santa Fe, which is one of my favorite cities in the country. Secondly, there is Albuquerque, home of […]

Alaska Railroad

June 8, 2025

Alaska is a huge state and not as easily traveled as the lower 48. This train is all about relaxing and taking in the beautiful views. The varied landscape, with mountains and gorges in the north and wilderness and ice in the south, can be viewed easily in this not-built-for -speed train. It is a […]

Yosemite National Park

June 6, 2025

By June, the Yosemite Valley is warm and verdant and wildflowers are blooming everywhere! Like all National Parks, Yosemite provides a look at a place that is both unique and quintessentially American. Fly into Fresno Yosemite International Airport, located 65 miles from the park and rent a car. Yosemite provides a wide variety of lodging […]

San Antonio, Texas-great family destination!

June 4, 2025

To me, San Antonio ties with Austin as the best city in the state! Those who travel with young kids (or grandkids!) knows that the way to have a fantastic trip is to keep the kids happy and entertained. San Antonio does this very, very well. Here is a rundown of a few places they […]

Cruising-River or Ocean?

June 3, 2025

These two styles of cruising are quite distinct. Both have quite enthusiastic proponents and heck- some like both! But are there strong distinctions between the two? Yep, and most of the diversity comes down to two differences: Ship Size – Ocean ships are large-some large enough to be like a floating town. The biggest ones […]

Flight Delays & Cancellations: How To Get Compensated

May 31, 2025

Since the DOT enacted new laws in October ‘24, flight compensation has become much easier for travelers. No longer can the airlines make their own individual rules-they now have a DOT set they must follow. Currently they are required to refund passengers for flights cancelled or significantly changed FOR ANY REASON. This includes “uncontrollable” […]

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