This tiny strip of sand is a getaway from your getaway! The island features merely 0.6 of an acre of silky smooth white sand in an elongated shape tinged with the occasional colorful umbrella and the obligatory white beach chairs. From Sandy Ground Wharf it is only about a 12 minute power boat ride to the island. Once you arrive, you will be treated to a small restaurant that stays busy serving a variety of tropical drinks including some … [Read more...]
Tampa Bay Florida’s Gulf Coast- Top 5 Activities
Florida’s Gulf coast offers among the best outdoor activities for adventure lovers. As a Charter captain offering private cruises in the Tampa Bay area I have chosen my Top 5 adventures for travelers visiting the area. There are outings for all ages and you’ll be sure to want to return every year for more. Dolphin Tours! The top attraction the area is our resident population of bottlenose dolphin. These creatures capture the imagination of … [Read more...]
Chevy’s 2019 Equinox Gets Me to Portland Maine’s Growing Artisan Food & Beverage Scene
The concept of taking a road trip sounds carefree and largely based on serendipity. But after rearranging your schedule and marking time on your calendar, the realization sets in that you need a planned itinerary and well equipped vehicle to get you to the most scenic routes and can't-miss sights. It helps to have comfort and navigational assistance like you get in Chevy's 2019 Equinox. I recently tried it out on a coastal road trip to … [Read more...]
The Pull of Haystack Rock: Why I Keep Coming Back
I'm from a sleepy town in the Triad region of North Carolina. All my life, my parents took us kids to the closest beach on the east coast there was: good, old-fashioned Myrtle. Even back in the mid-1990s, it was a treasure trove of commercialism, with high-rise condos juxtaposed against centuries-old motels still somewhat holding on, amid the tearing down of the old Pavillion and the installation of a brand-new boardwalk. My toes never touched … [Read more...]
Calling All Lobster Lovers: Nova Scotia Celebrates Lobster Season With Annual South Shore Lobster Crawl
NOVA SCOTIA – Although widely known as summertime delicacy, lobster fishing season in Nova Scotia takes place in winter when lobster fishers take advantage of the cold Atlantic Ocean waters. This February 1-18, the Atlantic Canadian province pays homage to the tasty crustacean with the 2019 South Shore Lobster Crawl, a savory three-week celebration of lobster-themed experiences and tastings. In February, visitors can “crawl” along the Atlantic … [Read more...]
The Inn at Newport Ranch: Northern California’s Premier Adventure Lodge
The Inn at Newport Ranch, located on the craggy Pacific coastline near Fort Bragg, CA in Mendocino County is perhaps the ideal location to explore California's wild northern coast. Simultaneously remote and accessible, this unique boutique adventure lodge boasts miles of uninterrupted oceanfront vistas, upscale dining, as well as an abundance of nature and adventure tours. The Inn was recognized on the 2018 Andrew Harper Grand Award Winner list, … [Read more...]
Dining Guide for a Night Out in Wilkes-Barre
Wilkes-Barre is located in the Northeastern part of Pennsylvania, near the Poconos. The picturesque Susquehanna River flows through the Wyoming Valley and the northern part of Wilkes-Barre. It's a great place to visit for a special occasion, date night, entertainment, or just to enjoy some beautiful scenery. Several restaurants offer enticing meals with full bar menus to make your night out enjoyable and filled with wonderful memories. Cook … [Read more...]
Vanessa Pirotta, Whale Researcher
I first stumbled across Vanessa Pirotta's fascinating work involving whales through Twitter. She is an Australian based wild life conservationist working with cetaceans (a word that refers to whales, dolphins and porpoises). Her investigative work has led her to locations around the world collecting various data. She is most known for her research in collecting whale snot through the use of a customized collection system carried by drones. She is … [Read more...]
Exploring Two Iconic Cities, New York and San Francisco
Located on opposite ends of the coast, both New York and San Francisco offer a rich variety of experiences and activities on but for different reasons. New York is an older city and certainly much larger often overwhelming for first time visitors which is why signing up for New York Tours is a good idea. They sell all new York attractions, Hop on Hop off Bus tickets, other activities and combination experiences. New York City offers great … [Read more...]
My Top 5 Reasons to Take a Cruise
One of my favorite destinations for cruising is in the Caribbean - with island nations typically 60 to 100 miles apart, one can visit a different country nearly every day. It is a destination where one can just as easily opt for a short cruise or a longer one and still be exposed to different countries and cultures. And with plenty of beaches and year round warm weather, I've found myself in the Caribbean every November or December the past few … [Read more...]
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