One of the best recommendations I can give - before blindly trying to see Key West is pick up one of the numerous travel guides found on the island. In addition to helpful tips about traveling in the area, these often contain valuable coupons for lodging, restaurants, ferries, museums, and other attractions. One of the most informative travel guides to the Florida Keys is the official tourism guide. This is available on the web at … [Read more...]
Redding, CA
Redding (population approximately 90,000) is located in the heart of northern California just off of the 5 freeway in the northern fringes of the great Central Valley. Highway 299 passes through town as well as Highway 44. In a westerly direction, the 299 leads to Eureka and to the east, the 44 passes near Lassen Volcanic Park on its way towards Susanville. The town was originally called Poverty Flats during the Northern California gold rush … [Read more...]
Redding, CA – Hotels
Some hotels below are rated with the AAA rating system meaning the higher the number of stars, the better the hotel. Any prices listed range from single occupancy/single bed/one person, to double occupancy/two beds/two persons. Prices are subject to change without notice. One of the most popular locations for chain hotels is along Hilltop Drive which parallels the 5 freeway on it's eastern side. Several older style motels are located downtown … [Read more...]
Colima, Mexico – Side Trips
Part of the experience of staying in Colima City is being able to explore the surrounding regions through a variety of day trips. It is the friendliness and simplicity of the locals that has always attracted me to this part of Mexico - along with the fact this is not a heavily touristed part of the country. I love walking through some of the small villages, where the local people rarely if ever see tourists. On warm days in the afternoon sun, I … [Read more...]
Colima, Mexico – Hotels
Hotels in Colima range from dingy to better then average. We initially list the cheapest hotels below, and then some that we recommend for travelers with slightly larger budgets. Hotel La Merced is a clean, cheap and comfortable place to stay. During the hot and humid months, they even have a small "kiddies" pool available on their front lawn. Be sure to look at the rooms first - the best ones are in the back of the hotel. Hotel La Merced is … [Read more...]
Colima, Mexico – Restaurants
There are many small restaurants in Colima, of varying quality. Many of the cafes and small restaurants are located in or next to the main plaza. We ate or visited the following restaurants: Neveria La Flor de Michoacan is on a corner of the plaza and is open every day from 8am until 10pm. They have a good selection of locally spiced dishes. La Arabica is located at Guerrero 162 near the corner of Obregon street. This small coffee house … [Read more...]
Colima, Mexico – More Info
Colima's tourist office is located in the main doorway of the interior of the Governor's Palace. This conveniently located office also has very friendly staff. They are open Monday through Friday from 9am until 3pm, and then again from 6pm to 9pm. On Saturday they are open from 9am to 1pm. The staff speak broken English. If you are unsure of an attraction, or how to get from one place to another, the tourist office is your best resource and … [Read more...]
Chamonix, France – Aiguille du Midi
Aiguille du Midi, the world's longest and highest tramway, is well worth the price of admission. The views from the top of the Chamonix Valley, and of Mt. Blanc and the nearby mountains are spectacular. This natural rock spire is pictured in numerous places in Chamonix. Tourist shops sell paintings of it, postcards, and photographs. It is situated at about 12,600 feet in the shadow of Mount Blanc which rises another 3000 feet or so higher. If … [Read more...]
Chamonix, France – Mer de Glace
Mer de Glace is well worth a visit for visitors of all ages. It is the second largest glacier in the Alps - approximately 9 miles long, almost a mile wide, and about 1200 feet in its deepest places. It moves more than 100 feet every year and is currently retreating. There are several ways to reach the glacier; for those who enjoy hiking, we highly recommend walking from the middle stop on the Aiguille du Midi. This hike works for those who … [Read more...]
Chamonix, France – Other Attractions
The town of Chamonix offers plenty of shopping, relaxing or people watching. Chamonix reminds me of Whistler, British Columbia. It has the feel of being a high mountain village when in actuality it sits only approximately 3400 feet above sea level. Many local tourist shops sell stunning photographs of the surrounding mountains. These photographs are often only a few euros and are good presents for friends and family. However purchasing frames … [Read more...]
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