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Church Rock an Arizona Roadside Attraction
Along highway 160 in northeast Arizona, on the Navajo Nation, the landscape is quite dynamic—rapidly changing from sandstone red rocks to a swath of odd mounds known as the Painted Desert. It's along this route about about 30 miles southeast of Monument Valley that the landscape turns flat. Then, out...
Read moreBeach, Bush and Desert – An Inspiring Africa Excursion
Are you planning a trip to Africa, but looking for somewhere more unusual, away from the jostling khaki-clad crowds? Whether you’re dreaming about azure waters with a dash of culture, a safari that will not cost the equivalent of an Ivy League education, or horizons that go on forever, we’ve...
Read moreMontezuma Castle – A Truly ‘Historic’ Home
Montezuma Castle is one of Arizona’s many historical treasures—it's a domicile that will captivate you with age old design that has stood the test of time. When one thinks of construction, longevity, or the home-flipping craze…few could withstand the ages of 900+ years. That is an investment unlike any other...
Read moreNew Brunswick Road Trip Guide to the Bay of Fundy
A New Brunswick road trip is one for the bucket list—one that will tease the senses, mystify the mind, sooth the soul and embolden the explorer in you. New Brunswick is located in Canada’s Maritime region, which also makes up Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island (PEI). Bordering the state...
Read moreSpeaking at ITB Berlin in March
For the past two years I've been speaking at travel conferences around the world, mainly on the topic of video content. Today, I am excited to announce that I have been selected to speak at ITB Berlin, one of the largest travel conferences in the world. Hope to see you...
Read moreNow an Allianz travel ambassador
I'm so excited to announce that I am now a travel ambassador for Allianz Travel Insurance. I have been an Allianz customer for many years, it is so great to now be working with them to create inspiring travel content. As a travel ambassador, my job is to showcase the...
Read moreMost Colorful Places in the World
Color is the characteristic of human visual perception and it not only comes in various shades, but it is also a language. Color is communicated quicker to the brain than words or shapes, as it works directly on our feelings and emotions. Typically when we see colorful objects or scenes,...
Read moreMaking the most of your experience at Rio de Janeiro Carnival
Interested in attending Brazil's Rio de Janeiro Carnival? Here are a few tips before you go. Brazil is known for its beaches and street parties, and the Rio de Janeiro Carnival is the grand daddy of all parties! It is essentially the country’s annual highlighted event. People from across the...
Read more5 American cities you’ll want to visit for the History
If you're visiting the United States and interested in her history, here are 5 cities you won't want to miss. The United States of America is considered to be the greatest nation on the planet according to its proud citizens. America embarked on a great endeavor some 240 years ago,...
Read moreBucket List for Road Trips [infographic]
Today there seems to be a bucket list for just about everything—how about a bucket list for road trips. This comprehensive infographic showcases some of the most epic road trips around the world. From the UK, USA, South Africa, Australia and beyond, this bucket list for road trips list should...
Read moreBEST small city road trip destination POLL
As many of you may know, I have been a part of the Travelocity Gnomads (travel ambassador) team for some time now. I am working on an article in which I need your help. Will you please vote for your favorite small city road trip destination. Each of the destinations...
Read moreKuwait: Its history is its beauty – three places not to miss when visiting Kuwait
Kuwait is a place where its history is its beauty. Here are three places not to miss when visiting the middle eastern country of Kuwait. It hasn't been that long since travel to the Middle East has been viable. Understandably, the instability and unpredictability of the region in the past...
Read moreDiscover true wilderness at the Central Kalahari Game Reserve in Botswana
If you want to venture into true wilderness and be humbled about your place in the food chain, head towards the Central Kalahari Game Reserve in Botswana. Something happens to your psyche when you’re exploring a true wilderness area. I’m talking about a place that will make survivalist Bear Grylls...
Read moreThe Perfect 7-Day Nova Scotia Road Trip Guide
A Nova Scotia road trip is the perfect introduction into the Maritime region of Canada. Nova Scotia, which means “New Scotland” has a significant Scottish influence while also being known as Canada’s ocean playground. I road tripped around many areas of Nova Scotia and have put together what I think...
Read moreSilenced by Sunsets cruising the River Shannon in Ireland
The experience of cruising The River Shannon and Erne Waterways in Ireland Leaving the hustle and bustle of Dublin City life behind—with safety checks completed and map of The River Shannon /Erne Waterways in hand, we set off on a weekend cruising adventure. We were novices, my husband Patrick and...
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