Since moving here, I’ve discovered many unique things to do in Denver. This isn’t your typical best-of sightseeing in Denver bucket list (no AI here!); you’ll find things that aren’t listed on any other list of Denver activities. I don’t like to follow the crowd – and giving you a list of fun things to […]
Heritage Adventurer: A New Era for Heritage Expeditions
I’m going to share something with you that I probably shouldn’t admit. After years of exploring the far corners of the world and working with various companies, I have a few favorite travel companies. I suppose much like parents – a travel writer is not supposed to have their favorites, but I do – cuz […]
Hiking Packing List: Essential Hiking Gear for Any Hike
There are many kinds of hiking – day hikes, multi-day hikes, long-distance hiking, circuit hiking, pilgrimages, hut-to-hut hikes, bushwalking, thru-hikes, and more. I’ve done and enjoyed them all. Over the years, I’ve gotten a lot of practice at packing the perfect hiking gear for the specific hike I’ve got planned. Now I’ve finally put all […]
Hike the Alta Via 1 in the Dolomites with a Group
As I started the climb up the Alta Via 1 trail from Brais Lake, my body was anxious with excitement – the kind of excitement you get when you start an epic journey. This was the beginning of a day of lots of elevation gain, I just hoped that I was in good enough shape […]
Take This Oregon Road Trip Filled with Adventures
When you think of iconic American road trips, Oregon might not be the first state that comes to mind. But why not take the ‘road trip’ less traveled – ha…see what I did there? This Oregon road trip is a must for anyone looking for breathtaking scenery, small towns, and outdoor adventure – all with […]
Cycling Down the Gotthard Pass: Taking the Tremola Road Less Traveled
Is it called biking if all you do is squeeze the brake and not pedal? That’s what I kept thinking to myself the entire time as I was cycling down the Gotthard Pass on old Tremola Road in Switzerland. Granted, I still had to turn (there was lots of turning) and keep the bike upright […]
Year in Review Travel Videos
For the last 16 years I’ve been creating holiday wrap up videos in place of sending holiday cards. This is one tradition I’ve been able to keep up since I started traveling in 2006. It’s great to have all of my year in review travel videos all in the same place! Each year I have […]
4 Quintessential Wisconsin Cocktails and where to find them in Madison
Quick…when I say Wisconsin – what comes to mind for you? For me, it conjures up images of rolling hills, cheese, cows, football, supper clubs, and……booze. Yes – that might not be what Wisconsin wants to be known for, but I can’t help it; when I think of Wisconsin, I think of cocktails. For some […]
Why Lake Lucerne is the Ultimate Outdoor Destination in Switzerland
Imagine a scene from Lord Of The Rings with an idyllic lake surrounded by a forest and soaring mountains. The lush greens of the forested slopes offset the blue water and sky. ,Now put a modern town at the north end of that lake, and ywill ou have Lucerne, Switzerland. With the mix of both […]
Cycling PEI: Confederation Trail and National Parks Biking Tour
Before we even got to the start of the famed Confederation Trail biking route, I had my eye on the lobster shack at Victoria By the Sea. I love biking; this new-to-me activity has won me over, and I’m excited to explore new destinations by bike. However, I REALLY love lobster, and the thought of […]