Our Best Travels in North America
When people think of North America, its usually Canada, the United States, and Mexico. But there is so much more! Belize, Cuba, Costa Rica, the Dominican Republic, and El Salvador are some of the countries that flow down from Mexico. The islands that lie in the beautiful Caribbean. Antigua and Barbados, Bonaire, the Cayman Islands, Curacao, Guadeloupe, Saint Lucia, Trinidad and Tobago …
The list goes on and on. So much to see. So little time!
14 Reasons To Visit Seattle – The Emerald City
The Space Needle is the most iconic and recognizable feature of the Seattle skyline. For this reason alone, most first-time Seattle visitors have this site on their list of must-see places. But do you know about the Seattle Center? Designed, along with the Space Needle, initially for the 1962 World Fair, it has remained a relevant and prominent Seattle spot.
The Best Mardi Gras Celebrations – 11 Cities That Know-How
If you associate Mardi Gras with vibrant colors and outrageous costumes, you’d be right! Joining the party is music, dancing, parades, and a lot of eating and drinking. This is, after all, the culmination of Carnival! Where are the best places to celebrate? Let’s take a look.
Things To Do In Sausalito – One of This Local’s Favorite Getaways!
There are endless things to do in Sausalito. That’s why it’s a beautiful getaway for anyone in the Bay Area for a day or a more extended relaxing weekend.
San Francisco to Los Angeles via Highway 101 – A Beautiful Drive
I’ve been up and down the middle of California more times than I ever thought I would. From this experience, I choose to drive the 101 from San Francisco to Los Angeles whenever possible. Try it the next time you are making this journey, and let me know if you feel the same.
The Fastest Drive From SF To LA IS I-5!
I’ve driven between the Bay Area and Southern California many times. But this year has seen me doing the drive more than ever. There has never been any doubt that the fastest way to drive from SF to LA is I-5
Entertaining Things To Do In Phoenix – More Than Spring Training
In spring, people from all around the United States head to Phoenix for Major League Baseball’s “Cactus League” spring training, but more on the “Boys of Summer” later. If you are thinking of a trip to the Sunshine State, here are some other things to do you shouldn’t miss during your visit to the Valley of the Sun.
Driving the Alaska Highway? An Eye-Opening 6 Days!
Driving the Alaska Highway aka the Alcan (short for the Alaska Canada Highway)is a bucket list item for many RV’rs and a necessary drive for anyone moving in or out of Alaska. Think military families, we met a lot of them on the Highway.
The Marin Headlands – Great Adventure for All Ages
Just west of the Golden Gate Bridge’s north anchorage, the Marin Headlands is an excellent choice for a day trip from anywhere in the San Francisco Bay Area. Trips like this remind you of the beauty and excitement of nature that exist right outside your door.
Travel By Train – An Interesting Trip On The California Zephyr
The California Zephyr is a popular route on Amtrak from Chicago to San Francisco (Emeryville) stopping in Denver, Co., supposedly daily. We booked a sleeper car since the trip from Denver to Martinez (the stop closest to our home) is supposed to take around 30 hours.
San Miguel de Allende
A must-do while in San Miguel is to visit one or more of the “roof-top” bars for which the city is famous. We find one such place above the restaurant Casa Nostra.