19 Sonoma County AVAs showcase the regions’s diverse terroir and winemaking traditions and will help you plan a tasting visit.
Read MoreVisit Washington State National Parks
When you visit Washington State’s National Parks, you’ll find everything from beautiful views, a variety of landscapes, magnificent wildlife, and interesting historical sites. The state has numerous parks to visit, including national parks, national historical reserves, and national historical parks, giving visitors a choice when it comes to what they can see or do when traveling around Washington State.
Read MoreThings to Do in San Juan, Puerto Rico
With a mix of rich history, unique culture, fascinating Colonial Spanish architecture, and stunning natural beauty, surrounded by a rugged coastline, there are so many things to do in San Juan, Puerto Rico, that it’s hard to know where to start. San Juan is just a two-and-a-half-hour flight from southern Florida, making it an easy getaway destination for a long weekend as well as a popular port of call on cruise ship itineraries. Prior to the arrival of Columbus in 1493, this island paradise was populated by the indigenous Taino, but when the Spanish Conquistadores arrived, their destiny changed forever. Over the following four centuries, despite numerous attempts by English, Dutch, and various French privateers to take over this strategically placed island, Puerto Rico remained in Spanish hands. Then, as a result of the Spanish-American War, it was ceded to the […]
Read More2025 Travel Reading Challenge (8th Annual)
Happy 2025! And wow, I can’t believe that we’ve been doing this travel reading challenge for 8 years! It started as a simple project with friends, grew into a larger project with friends and friends of friends, and now we have a small community of of book and travel lovers. I continued my reading streak in 2024 and, according to my Kindle app, have read on 759 consecutive days and for 338 weeks. I’m proud of that streak and not just for the gamification part of it (although I do worry that when I’m changing lots of time zones and don’t have wifi that it will break my streak). You can take a look at the 2024 challenge, along with all the books that I read here. It spans a variety of genres, some heavy duty nonfiction, some light and […]
Read More2024: A Year of Travel in Review (and a peek at 2025)
A year of travel experiences in review.
Read MoreSmooth Sailing: Luxury in Asia on Ama Waterways Mekong Cruise
On Ama Waterways Riches of the Mekong, you’ll slowly move through the heart of the Mekong in Cambodia and Vietnam.
Read MoreHit the Slopes: 20 Slopes for Skiing in Washington State
Washington State offers winter enthusiasts a snowy paradise with its diverse and picturesque ski destinations. From the towering peaks of the Cascade Range to the serene beauty of the Olympic Mountains, both sides of Washington offer a wealth of ski resorts that cater to both seasoned adventurers and those seeking a more casual winter wonderland escape.
Read More2024 Holiday Gift Guide for Travelers: 50 Fantastic Finds
If you’re looking for something for under the tree, take a look at this gift guide for travelers. Practical and affordable.
Read More50 Diverse Books Set in Istanbul: Get Lost in the Pages
A list of 50 books set in Istanbul, Turkiye, spanning a variety of genres.
Read MoreRomanian Wine: A Rich & Resplendent World
Explore the diverse regions of Romanian wine, indigenous grapes, renowned wineries, and the fascinating history of Romanian winemaking.
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