The pandemic hit tourism hard – the cruise industry being no exception. After being shuttered for months, cruise lines are pulling out all the stops to regain customer confidence. My family and I were looking for a fun way to spend time together – a late Christmas gift to ourselves – so we decided to […]
International Destinations
Tongariro Alpine Crossing: A Tale From the Trail
Tongariro Alpine Crossing – Tongariro National Park, New Zealand Distance: 13.0 Miles Point to Point Elevation Gain: 2,789 feet Rated: Difficult The bus bumps around a corner onto a gravel road creating great plumes of dust in our wake. Mount Ngauruhoe – you may know it as Mount Doom from the Peter Jackson films – […]
Lisbon, Portugal: Life in the Slow Lane
Saudade is a Portuguese word that loosely translates to a deep yearning nostalgia for something gone forever. There is no equivalent word in English. Yet, while it’s hard to explain, this Portuguese emotion is easy to feel as you immerse yourself in the tumbledown yet trendy city of Lisbon. Funky and fun, Portugal’s capital, and one […]
All-Inclusive Resorts: Are You Ready To Go All In?
All-inclusive resorts are experiencing a rise in popularity. As beleaguered travelers grow weary of being nickeled and dimed to death with checked baggage fees, hidden resort costs, and sky-high wifi upgrades, it’s no wonder that many vacationers are embracing the all-inclusive model. I recently returned from a five-day stay at RIU Palace Pacifico in Nuevo […]
When In Rome – A Three Day Itinerary
I love to explore new places, and my recent trip to Italy was no exception. Italy, Rome specifically, is easy to navigate on foot and offers spectacular architecture and art at literally every turn. The people watching was unsurpassed! You can probably have a pretty incredible trip just walking around the different neighborhoods for three […]
