Ooo, that sweet spot of finding a hike that’s just the right distance, elevation, time, and shade… which has stunning views at the summit as a reward! During my recent trip to Boulder, Colorado, my friends and I scoured the web for suggestions on the best moderate mountain nearby from which we’d be able to… [Read More]
Trip Planning and Packing
Portland, Maine: Ideas for a Fun New England Trip!
“What’s an easy trip from Boston for a romantic getaway?” I pondered, zooming out the map. “Where can we get a great New England vacation with less than 2 hours of driving?” Ah! Portland, Maine popped into view. Memories flowed of friends gushing: “Portland is delicious. Go there and EAT.” Food tourism? Decision made. My… [Read More]
Folly Beach, South Carolina: Friendly Island Beauty Near Charleston
“Folly Beach, South Carolina is Calling!” read the email subject line. “Folly WHAT?” I muttered, imagining a bunch of 1907 Ziegfeld Follies dancers doing vaudeville by the ocean. I clicked open the message to reveal an invitation. Would I like to be in a tourism video featuring that island, conveniently located next to Charleston, SC?… [Read More]
What is Too Sick to Travel? Or: “How to Decide if I Should Fly to Peru Tonight???”
“No offense, but you sound awful,” confessed my friend. “I think I’ll be better by tomorrow to make the flight to Peru and Machu Picchu!” I squeaked. I called my doctor with that theory later that day, and she responded bluntly: “No you won’t.” Welcome to the worst cold and flu season in decades: awash… [Read More]
The Most Beautiful Beaches of the Caribbean Island, Curaçao: Which of These 3 Do YOU Like Best?
Warning: The beach photos in this article are ridiculous. You may bonk your head against the screen whilst impulsively attempting to dive into the images. Curaçao is a petite Caribbean island that vacationers are just starting to discover, but it boasts some of the most beautiful beaches I’ve seen in my life. Let’s take a… [Read More]
The Easy Way Up Mount Greylock: The Highest Point in Massachusetts Has Great New England Views!
What’s the highest point in Massachusetts? Why, ’tis the green-skirted, 3,489-foot-tall mountain known as Mount Greylock, my friends! She is well worth visiting on your next New England adventure. Now, given the success of my earlier article about the easiest way to visit El Yunque Rainforest in Puerto Rico (hint: drive up it), I present… [Read More]
