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Seeing the World One Step at a Time

6 Exciting Additions to the “Smithsonian of the West”

December 10, 2020 by DaveLeave a Comment

With 17 diverse museums, 16 beautiful gardens, the world-famous San Diego Zoo, Tony Award®-winning Old Globe theater and more, San Diego’s Balboa Park provides visitors dozens of different experiences unlike other city parks. Often referred to as the “Smithsonian of the West” due to its large number of museums, this National Historic Landmark near downtown San Diego spans 1,200 acres, beating out both New York City’s Central Park and San … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Animal Rescue, Art, Australia, California, China, Coffee, Culture, Drinking, Food and Wine, Garden, History, India, Korea, Mexico, Museum, Music, Natural History, New York City, Peru, Philippines

Why do I Travel Solo?

December 1, 2020 by Teh Chin Liang2 Comments

When I tell people I am going on a long solo trip, often eyebrows are raised followed by a barrage of questions such as: 'are you out of your mind?' - 'what are you going to do being alone in a foreign country?' - 'won’t you feel lonely?' - 'are you sure it is going to be safe for you?' and 'isn’t it weird doing things alone all the time?” The questions persist and at times I feel like in a military video game on the defensive - holding a bullet … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Other · Tagged: Backpacking, Beach, Bicycle, California, Culture, Desert, History, Journey, Restaurants, Shopping Mall, Sports, Volcano, Whitewater Rafting

Experience California Concentrated in San Diego

October 10, 2020 by DaveLeave a Comment

Those dreaming of the ultimate California getaway – palm trees, pristine beaches, sunny skies, and a cool vibe – can find it all in San Diego. This quintessential California beach destination embodies the best of the Golden State in one easy and safe stop. Varied landscapes, innovative cuisine, diverse cultures and iconic attractions can all be found without spending weeks exploring the state. From laid back surfing culture and desert … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: America, Art, Beach, Beer, Bridges, California, Canyon, Caves, Culinary travel, Culture, Desert, Grand Canyon, History, Ice Cream, Lifestyle, Mexico, Mississippi, Museum, National Park, Nightlife

Notes from a Traveler + Kyoto Experiences

September 1, 2020 by Dave8 Comments

I am everywhere and I am nowhere I am a spirit animal I change my soul with my intentions. I am a traveler And I am a lover I flow with the winds But am led by my internal compass. I am most alive when I am on the road. The thrill of always moving - never having more then a general plan, letting things unfold as they do, in the moment, is often how I travel. Its a great way to be open to unexpected experiences - letting each … [Read more...]

Filed Under: General Travel · Tagged: Animal Rescue, Art, Bangkok Thailand, California, Culinary travel, Drinking, Food and Wine, Japan, Los Angeles, Napa Valley, Restaurants, Sushi, Walking tour, Wine Tasting

Santa Ynez Valley’s Open Spaces and Natural Beauty offer a Welcome Escape

August 25, 2020 by DaveLeave a Comment

(SANTA YNEZ VALLEY, Calif.) — The Santa Ynez Valley has never been an ordinary wine country destination, and its abundance of outdoor recreation and amenities is a key reason why. Set along California's Central Coast, with the San Rafael Mountains to the north and the Santa Ynez Mountains to the south, rests a natural playground for hikers, bikers, horseback riders, outdoor adventurists, and more. Entering the valley and catching the first … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Bicycle, California, Culinary travel, Culture, Fishing, Hiking, Lifestyle, Los Angeles, Restaurants, San Francisco, Santa Barbara, Shopping Mall, Vineyards, Walking tour, Waterfall, Wedding, Wine Tasting

7 Best California Road Trip Routes and How to Get There Safely

August 7, 2020 by Albert CooperLeave a Comment

You could just book a plane or a train ticket to your final destination and skip the road trip across California. However, California’s vast landscape is a true thing of beauty and deserves to be mindfully savored. But before you embark on this incredible journey, make sure your vehicle is in tip-top shape. After all, California is a sizable state with roadways that extend for hundreds of miles. You might even want to consider mechanical … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Avocado, California, Carmel, Cruising, Desert, Journey, Los Angeles, Nevada, Road Trip, San Diego, Sierra Nevada, Travel Insurance, Ventura, Yosemite National Park

Believe it or Not, Lake Havasu City has Some Cool & Unusual Attractions

June 30, 2020 by DaveLeave a Comment

LAKE HAVASU CITY, Arizona (June 2020) - Lake Havasu City has been in the news recently as throngs of quarantine-frustrated boaters flocked to its shores and Arizona starts opening up for business. Beyond the crowded launch ramps, visitors can discover a fascinating mix of cool, unusual and practically unknown attractions where social distancing is never a problem. "In the first half of the 20th Century, one of the most famous … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: America, Arizona, Beach, Bridges, California, Canyon, Caves, Colorado, Desert, Drinking, England, Fishing, Grand Canyon, Hiking, London, Los Angeles, Museum, Restaurants, River Rafting, Ski Trip

The Trip to the Desert

June 1, 2020 by Dave10 Comments

After visiting the original Ballarat in Australia about 90 minutes outside of Melbourne earlier this year, I got the urge to visit it's tiny relative in the Mojave Desert, California. I drove across what looked like a salt plane - some rare recent rain had muddied the road and left my windshield covered in white droplets. I pulled into the old town, originally founded in 1897, it's boom was a few short years before the nearby mine shut down in … [Read more...]

Filed Under: North America · Tagged: America, Art, Australia, Bangkok Thailand, California, Canyon, Death Valley, Desert, Food and Wine, Hiking, Los Angeles, National Park, Nevada, Walking tour

The Dream Walker by Larry Prosor

May 1, 2020 by DaveLeave a Comment

Peter Martinez is the Wave Dancer, a surfer in modern day California. He is also a Native American (Noqoto tribe) whose job is to dress up as an "Indian Chief" for his tribe's casino. Not able to conform to the rules of the casino he soon finds himself without a job - fired by his mother. At the core of the story is a battle between environmental protection and an oil company, (appropriately named ENRG) who want to develop part of their … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Inspirational Books · Tagged: Art, California, Casino, Caves, History, Surfing, Village

Ballarat, California – May 2020

May 1, 2020 by Dave9 Comments

Not to be mistaken for the original Ballarat in Australia (which is still a thriving city and a popular tourist destination), this Ballarat was named after the Australian town by an Australian miner. Originally founded in 1897, it provided services and accommodation for miners working several mines in the nearby vicinity. Its peak population was around 500 - like other remote gold mining towns, once the gold began to play out, the population … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Highlight of the Month · Tagged: Australia, Beer, California, Death Valley, Desert, Gold Mining, Museum, Napa Valley, National Park, Texas

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