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Riding Raw by Sue Hollis

March 1, 2020 by DaveLeave a Comment

High powered and very successful business woman, Sue Hollis boasts a list of achievements including running a multi-million dollar company and along the way being voted one of Australia's Top 10 Women Entrepreneurs. Finding her self soulless, feeling empty and enduring physical ailments because of her significant workload - she seeks an escape. Walking away from her old life, she plans an epic road trip on the other side of the world - in North … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Road Trip Books · Tagged: America, Arizona, Australia, Bicycle, Canada, Journey, North America, Road Trip, Rocky Mountains, Walking tour

Your Guide to Big Cats in Asia

November 24, 2019 by Tracy Janlee2 Comments

For animal lovers, getting to know the wildlife of an area is what travel is all about. And Asia is the perfect place to meet some of the world’s largest and fiercest feline friends. Asia is one of the best destinations for sighting big cats in the wild. Whether you want to hear a deep and earthy growl or the softest of purrs, Asia has a place to suit any animal encounter you seek. Which Big Cats Are Found in Asia? If you’re visiting … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Africa, Africa Safari, Animal Rescue, Asia, Bangladesh, Burma, China, Desert, England, Food and Wine, Hiking, Himalayas, Hong Kong, India, Iran, Kuwait, Malaysia, National Park, Nepal, Rocky Mountains

Aspen Meadows Resort a Dolce Resort: The World’s Best Biscotti Are In Aspen, Colorado

November 13, 2019 by Allison TibaldiLeave a Comment

I’m lucky enough to have lived in Tuscany for several years. During my time in the Chianti region, I consumed hundreds of biscotti made by professional bakers and family members alike. If you’re not familiar with these baked goods, you’re missing a delectable treat. In Italian, biscotti means twice-baked and they literally are twice-baked cookies. This biscuit originated in the Tuscan city of Prato but they are now popular all over Italy and far … [Read more...]

Filed Under: North America · Tagged: America, Art, Chocolate, Coffee, Colorado, Culinary travel, England, Hiking, Italy, London, Mountain Climbing, Museum, North America, Paradise, Resort, Rocky Mountains, Ski Trip, Tuscany, Wildlife, Wine Tasting

Playing the Points Game: A Beginner’s Thoughts

June 1, 2019 by Kevin NelsonLeave a Comment

My youngest son is about to fly the coop and start college, joining his older brother in the fall at San Diego State. This means that my wife and I are about to become empty nesters, giving us the chance to fly the coop ourselves and travel more. With this looming rebirth of freedom, I am beginning to look into the wonderful (and complicated!) game of acquiring points as a means of knocking down the costs of airfare, lodging, restaurants, and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: North America · Tagged: Airline, Alaska, Fashion, Mountain Climbing, Museum, New Orleans, Peru, Restaurants, Rocky Mountains, San Diego, Shopping Mall, Singapore

Why skiing in Turkey is an Awesome Experience

April 1, 2019 by Abdul RastagarLeave a Comment

“One-third of the world’s population lives within a 4-hour flight from here. That’s why we call it the nearest ski resort in the world.” The winds of change are finally drifting across Turkey. The country is not exactly the first place that comes to mind when we think of skiing. Less than 1% of the country participates, and its international reputation for the winter sport is non-existent. But that may change if Yucel Ikiler has his way. He … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Asia · Tagged: Airport, Art, Culture, Internet, Istanbul, Resort, Rocky Mountains, Ski Trip, Switzerland, Volcano, Winter Travel

10 Inspirational Travel Instagram Accounts Worth Following

March 15, 2019 by Dave19 Comments

This wonderful planet features a diversity of inspirational and beautiful places. Some travelers have been able to create careers out of exploring a range of often niche experiences or locations. For them, travel is a passion and certainly a huge part of their lifestyles. And in deciding which accounts to feature here, I started pondering - what would Ansel Adams or more recently, Galen Rowell think about the incredible amount of digital … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Los Angeles · Tagged: Alaska, Antarctica, Bangkok Thailand, Beach, California, Film, Food and Wine, Los Angeles, National Geographic, Photography, Rocky Mountains, San Francisco, Technology, Vancouver, Walking tour, Wildlife

What to see and do in Boise, Idaho

July 10, 2018 by Ariane ColenbranderLeave a Comment

Currently the fastest-growing city in the US, downtown Boise also happens to be easily walkable, laid out in a grid with Grove Plaza at its heart and Julia Davis Park at its southern edge. Within the space of a short week, I got to explore some of the best the city has to offer. Street Art Head straight to Freak Alley (between 8th and 9th Streets closest to Bannock Street). Colorful styles of graffiti abound everywhere you look and the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: North America · Tagged: Africa, Airport, Art, Beer, Bicycle, California, Culture, Drinking, Festival, Food and Wine, Garden, History, Holiday Season, Idaho, Museum, Music, Oregon, Restaurants, Rocky Mountains, Seafood

Rocky Mountaineer, Western Canada – February 2018

February 1, 2018 by Dave2 Comments

One of the world's great train rides is through the awe inspiring Canadian Rockies. Rocky Mountaineer offers a number of journeys both along the coast in British Columbia as well as both east and west rides through the mountains. Starting points are either Vancouver or Calgary. The train follows historical railways both in British Columbia and in Alberta. You do not sleep on the train, rather at the end of each day waiting coaches will … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Highlight of the Month · Tagged: British Columbia, Canada, England, Journey, Rocky Mountains, Vancouver

Road Trip: From Marble Colorado to Fort Worth Texas

June 20, 2017 by Fern LeeLeave a Comment

We decided to take a road trip after our holiday from Marble, Colorado to Fort Worth, Texas to visit some friends. It was going to be long, tiring and dusty. But we were intrigued by a number of magical and odd sights along the way. First stop: Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve. GPS tells us it will take 5 hours from Marble climbing over mountains. We ascend slowly up to 10,200 feet and reach the pinnacle of the Rockies on the 10th … [Read more...]

Filed Under: North America · Tagged: America, Animal Rescue, Beach, Colorado, Cruising, Fashion, Food and Wine, Hiking, Journey, Mexico, Mountain Climbing, National Park, New Mexico, North America, Restaurants, Road Trip, Rocky Mountains, Sand, Shopping Mall, Texas

Hiking and Hot Springs in the Rockies

June 6, 2017 by Fern Lee1 Comment

This spring, I was invited to visit rural Marble in Colorado and experience the great American outdoors. Growing up and working in cities all my life, I had never been on a hiking holiday before and Colorado was going to be my introduction to the American outdoors. I flew into Denver, Colorado before driving to Marble, a 4-hour drive away. A friend had a family holiday home there on the outskirts of Marble where they had been visiting since he … [Read more...]

Filed Under: North America · Tagged: Animal Rescue, Antiques, Beer, Canyon, Castle, Colorado, Drinking, Film, Food and Wine, Hiking, Hot springs, Mountain Climbing, Museum, Restaurants, Rocky Mountains, Shopping Mall, Ski Trip, Village

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