My trip to Nepal several years ago, is one of my all-time favorite experiences. There's nothing quite like seeing the grandeur of the Himalayas with its snowcapped peaks, expansive glaciers and lush valleys up close. Trekking to Everest base camp usually starts out with a flight from Kathmandu into Lukla airport which is considered to …
Continue reading Flashback: Mt Everest Base Camp trek, 2010.
Exploring the Majestic Meteora Monasteries: 7 minutes read time Our whirlwind European road trip and Mediterranean cruise brought us to Athens, Greece. From our centrally located hotel, (you could see the Acropolis from the rooftop restaurant) we were within walking distance of a lot of the major attractions. The Meteora Monasteries was on our list …
Continue reading A Guide to Visiting the Majestic Meteora Monasteries
5 minutes read time Nestled between Nice and Monaco on the French Riviera, the medieval village of Èze is a hidden gem that offers a blend of history, stunning views, and ancient cobblestone streets. This picturesque village perched on rocky hill 1,400 feet above the French Mediterranean is a must-visit for anyone exploring the south …
Continue reading Explore Èze: A French Medieval Hilltop Village with Stunning Views.
5 minutes read time Scotland is well renowned for its picturesque, highland landscapes and on a recent trip there, we included a visit to the Isle of Skye. Adding to our already aggressive itinerary, we wanted to squeeze in a trip to the Fairy Pools. Located in the remote region of Glenbrittle, this area is …
Continue reading A Guide to the Fairy Pools on the Isle of Skye, Scotland.
Nestled in the heart of the Czech Republic, Karlovy Vary, also known by its German name Karlsbad, is a picturesque spa town renowned for its hot springs, (used for therapeutic purposes since the 14th century,) stunning architecture, and rich cultural heritage. Whether you’re seeking relaxation, adventure, or a bit of both, Karlovy Vary offers something …
Continue reading Discovering Karlovy Vary: A Spa Town Gem in the Czech Republic.
The last stop on our road trip California was San Francisco. One of the items on our bucket list was a trip to Alcatraz Island but we'd read some online reviews and there were some very negative ones. As part of our travel research, we'll read reviews of attractions we're interested in to get a …
Continue reading Exploring Alcatraz Island: History, Prison Cells, and Gardens
Continuing our drive through the Garmisch Partenkirchen area in Bavaria, a visit to the Partnach Gorge (German: Partnachklamm)was definitely on the list. We really didn't know what to expect as we hadn't done any research on it. I imagined the setting to be more canyon like with high cliffs where you just leisurely strolled through. This was a …
Continue reading Partnach Gorge Hike: A Spectacular Bavarian Experience
As part of our road tripping European holiday, we visited Germany, my wife's home country. One of the highlights of the trip was visiting the Zugspitze in Garmisch-Partenkirchen which at 2950 meters (approximately 9600 ft), it's the highest point in Germany. My wife throughout all her travels in Germany had never been to the Zugspitze …
Continue reading Ride a cable car to the Zugspitze, Germany’s highest point.
3 minutes read time The Bone Caves located near the small village of Inchnadamph and Loch Assynt, is a beautiful and popular hiking destination in the West Highlands of Scotland. In these four caves located at the bottom of a limestone cliff were found bones of animals like reindeer, badger, polar bear and arctic fox …
Continue reading The Bone Caves, a quick stop on Scotland’s NC 500
You must be logged in to post a comment.