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The Spanish treasure of Omni Montelucia Resort
Ensconced between Phoenix and Scottsdale, in an enclave known as Paradise Valley, is the magnificent Omni Montelucia Resort. The Montelucia is modeled after an idyllic village in the hills of Spain. For centuries, Spanish explorers ventured to the Southwest in search of treasure. Upon finding such riches, fortune seekers left...
Read moreThings to see in Arizona beyond the Grand Canyon.
There so many things to see in Arizona beyond the mile-deep gorge in the ground known as the Grand Canyon. A whopping 6.3 million people come to Arizona (2017 numbers) to visit the Grand Canyon (up 2 million from just 10 years ago), but other things to see in Arizona...
Read moreSpent Christmas with a bunch of animals!
Christmas this year was a tough one. Back in April I lost my step-father Rick to brain cancer. At 64, he was a pillar of health and rarely got sick. He had been complaining of severe headaches for a week, until his sister, a retired nurse, happened to come for...
Read moreVisit Wyoming: 8 Places not to miss!
If you're looking to visit Wyoming, we have highlighted 8 places that you should absolutely not miss! Forget big cities like New York, London or Tokyo. While these are fine places, nothing beats the natural splendor of the great outdoors. A visit to Wyoming is a perfect example, with sprawling...
Read moreYour Complete Southern Poland Road Trip Guide
I spent over a week road tripping around Southern Poland, I found this region of the country to be quite fascinating and thoroughly enjoyed my time there. My home base for this Southern Poland road trip was Krakow (also correctly spelled Cracow) and Katowice. In this Southern Poland Road Trip...
Read moreBest hotels in the world – A Bucket List for lodging (Page 1 of 2)
As a professional travel blogger, I get an opportunity to stay in some of the best hotels in the world each year. I thought it would be fun to put together a bucket list for lodging of the best hotels that I have personally stayed. There are many, many incredible...
Read moreBest Hotels in the World – A Bucket List for Lodging (page 2 of 2)
Click here if you missed the first part of this Best Hotels Bucket List of Lodging (#30-#15). . #15 BEST OLD WORLD CHARM HOTEL - The Splendid in Venice, Italy. The patina that casts its ageless shadow over Venice makes it one of the most unique and interesting places in...
Read moreIn the future, cars may be free! They may also be illegal to drive.
Technology is changing the way we live our lives in dramatic ways, it's also displacing many businesses and tools we once found useful. A few years ago I had a couple of automotive prognostications that seem to be coming to fruition. Automotive data will be more valuable than a car...
Read moreHotel Adeline: Affordable Scottsdale Sophistication
Located in the midst of central Scottsdale, Hotel Adeline is one of the newer hotels to open in the “West’s Most Western Town.” The expansive lobby shares its space with many communal sitting areas and flows into a lounge, which flows into an outside patio overlooking the pool (thanks to...
Read moreLast trip of the year…Los Cabos for Travelocity Gnomads Summit
In mid-December I will be heading to Los, Cabos Mexico for the annual Travelocity Gnomads Summit. This is an opportunity for the entire team to get together and discuss plans for the upcoming year. It is also a chance for all of us to catch up with one another, while...
Read moreTraverse City Road Trip Guide
A Traverse City road trip around the lower peninsula of Michigan embodies everything a road tripper could want—there are curvy roads that induce a desire to see around the next bend; Roadside farm stands spilling over with fresh produce; Cobalt blue water set against a backdrop of hardwood trees set...
Read moreHangin’ in Sedona
Earlier this year I won the North American Travel Journalist (NATJA) award for best travel video. My prize was accommodations at a lovely boutique inn in Sedona called, El Portal. I rarely get to travel without working, so this has been a wonderful past few days. Because I travel so...
Read moreSix romantic Seattle attractions to impress your loved one
Seattle isn’t often seen as being a city of romance. It’s certainly not viewed in the same way as cities like Paris or Venice, and that’s a shame. Because the truth is, Seattle is saturated with romantic destinations and fun options for couples. Seattle has so much to offer a...
Read moreStrangest Driving Laws around the World
As a road trip blogger, I thought it would be fun to highlight some of the strangest driving laws I've come across. Driving in another state, or even overseas, will illustrate how cultures can vary greatly across the world—driving/car culture is no different. Driving ethos can change completely just a...
Read moreThe Best of Boston (Minus the Beans)
Boston is a city with historical pride and beautiful sights. This thriving hub hosts the most famous marathon in the country, thrilling outdoor entertainment, and, the best baked beans known the world over. This article won’t be about a single Boston-based bean, baked or otherwise. We will not be discussing...
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