Picture waking up to Lake Tahoe's crystal-clear waters lapping against the shore, or sipping morning coffee on a mountain deck overlooking fresh powder at Diamond Peak. This is the magic of Incline Village vacation rentals—where every stay feels like your own piece of alpine paradise. Nestled on Lake Tahoe's prestigious north shore, Incline Village offers a sophisticated alternative to the busier south shore. Here, vacation rentals provide the … [Read more...]
The Snowbird’s Complete Guide to Seasonal Vehicle Transport
It is that time of year, when those in the northern Hemisphere (myself included) start thinking about migrating to warmer climes for the winter. For me it's from California to Thailand. This involves a couple of long flights and some invariable jet lag. But for many others in the U.S. or Canada in terms of this seasonal migration, there are many more logistics involved. These snowbirds go beyond packing winter coats and sunscreen. One of the … [Read more...]
Charles A. Ray, Former US Diplomat and Author
Charles A. Ray is a retired U.S. diplomat and former ambassador to Cambodia and Zimbabwe. Before joining the Foreign Service, he served 20 years in the U.S. Army. Over his diplomatic career, he held key positions including Deputy Consul General in Chiang Mai, Thailand, Deputy Chief of Mission in Sierra Leone, Consul General in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, and Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for POW/Missing Personnel Affairs. He is a prolific … [Read more...]
The perfect weekend road trip from San Francisco to Sacramento
Are you looking for a weekend-friendly road trip that you can complete in one to two days? Finding a short road trip that has plenty of stops, excitement, and attractions to see can be challenging, but it doesn’t need to be! Our road trip from San Francisco to Sacramento packs 10 stops into 1-2 days of driving and sightseeing, allowing you to enjoy the wonderful sites on a 247-mile drive that takes you from San Francisco through Santa Cruz, … [Read more...]
Catalina Island to Host First-Ever Mermaid Festival October 25–26, 2025
AVALON, Calif. – Oct. 20, 2025 – Catalina Island is diving into something brand new this fall: the inaugural Catalina Island Mermaid Festival, splashing into Avalon Oct. 25–26. The free, family-friendly celebration will transform Avalon's waterfront into an under-the-sea playground of art, music, food, and - of course - mermaids. The festival kicks off Saturday, October 25, at 10 a.m. along Crescent Avenue with nearly 20 ocean-themed artist … [Read more...]
Visiting Mt. Lassen National Park
A part of the Cascades range, Mt. Lassen is a dormant volcano outside of Chester, California. While the volcano is considered dormant, it last erupted in 1915 and has many geologically active features, such as mud pots and hot springs. During the winter, this park is nearly inaccessible due to snowfall, but from late spring to early fall, it is a paradise for outdoor explorers and day trippers alike. Much of Mt. Lassen National Park can be … [Read more...]
East Coast Escapade: A Whirlwind Adventure
I caught a red eye from California to JFK in New York but before I left, our flight was delayed 90 minutes due to crew who had not yet arrived at the airport. This and other delays have plagued nearly most of my flights this year - although this wasn't as bad as sitting on the tarmac in Germany earlier in the year for nearly 6 hours for maintenance issues and then having to go back to the gate because the flight was ultimately canceled. And … [Read more...]
Catalina Island to Host First-Ever Mermaid Festival October 25–26, 2025
AVALON, Calif. – Sept. 25, 2025 – Catalina Island is diving into something brand new this fall: the inaugural Catalina Island Mermaid Festival, splashing into Avalon Oct. 25–26. The free, family-friendly celebration will transform Avalon’s waterfront into an under-the-sea playground of art, music, food, and - of course - mermaids. The festival kicks off Saturday, October 25, at 10 a.m. along Crescent Avenue with nearly 20 ocean-themed artist … [Read more...]
President Kevin Baugh, His Excellency of the Republic of Molossia
Kevin Baugh is the founder and president of the Republic of Molossia, a self-proclaimed micronation in the Nevada desert. Since 1977, he has transformed his homestead into a whimsical sovereign state, blending humor and creativity into its governance. Q. For those who may not know about the Republic of Molossia, could you explain what Molossia is, what this micronation means to you, is it open to visitors? A micronation is a tiny, … [Read more...]
Sacramento Zoo, California – September 2025
Located only about 10 minutes from downtown Sacramento at 3930 West Land Park Drive (which incidentally is the capital city of the state of California). Coveted parking spots are located curbside right across the street from the entrance on 16th Ave. Although most likely one will need to park much further away Originally only about 4 acres the zoo opened as William Land Park Zoo in 1927 with only 40 animals. In 1960 the zoo was expanded to its … [Read more...]
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