Since leaving Turkey (and even while I lived there), I’ve watched a beautiful country on the verge of an amazing future start to dismantle itself, create sectarian conflicts, and become something ugly through extremist religion and ideology. What does that have to do with Reedsport, Oregon? During the election of 2016 and the aftermath of…
Category: USA
A Lit-Nerd Road Trip Adventure through the Beautiful Northeast USA
If you are a nerd like me, pack up the car and embark on the great American road trip to discover the great American novel!
Dorland Mountain Arts Colony in California
Occasionally, we need to pause – step away from the hustle and bustle of modern life. One way to do this is to get away from our daily life and go on a getaway that is a mixture of retreat and vacation.
Cruising the San Juan & Gulf Islands – A couples cruise to nirvana
A couple’s escapade amongst soft breezes, brilliant sunshine, intimate moorings, and gurgling blue waters of the San Juan Islands.
Desert Hot Springs, California: Spas, Mineral Soaks & Soleil Chilled Avocado Soup with Tomato Salsa
Desert Hot Springs is built over one of the world’s finest natural hot mineral water aquifers.
Exploring California’s Golden Triangle – Gold, Startups, Agriculture, and Wine
California is known as the Golden State for a good reason – the gold rushes of California pulled an estimated $20-$40 billion dollars worth of the precious metal from the rivers, rocks, and streams of the state.
Disney on a Dime in Time: Getting the Most from Your Disneyland Visit
If you have the buckage, staying at one of the Disneyland Resort Hotels is the way to go, but here are some great tips to help you save along the way.
Exploring Amarillo, Texas
Who knew this stunning site was hidden below ground level in the panhandle of Texas!
Art Class with a Wine Chaser in Gulf Shores Alabama
This is not your average art class, this is art entertainment.
The Kamuela Inn in Waimea on the Big Island of Hawaii
There’s really no place like Kamuela and Waimea on the Big Island of Hawaii. Once home to the largest cattle ranch in the USA and still the fifth largest – this town is famous for rodeos, tropical fruit, and horseback riding. Sadly, because we were traveling in a time of travel lockdown amidst the Covid-19…