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SIKKIM – A tryst with the boundless beauty of the Indian countryside
Sikkim is India’s first organic state where "eco-friendly" and "all-organic" are not loosely thrown around terms, but practiced in daily life. However, Sikkim didn’t achieve this by fluke; the state government and its people put forth the required effort. The jewel-like state tucked in the North Eastern part of India...
Read moreRoad trip towns to tease the senses this summer
Summer is the quintessential time of year in which American families pack up the car for the beloved road trip. Folks often head to one of the nation's awe-inspiring parks, frequently overlooking the small towns in between. A few years ago, as part of the Travel Channel show, “Best of...
Read moreVegas Roadside Attraction: Seven Magic Mountains
Seven Magic Mountains is an interesting and colorful roadside attraction located about 20 miles south of the Las Vegas strip. Experienced hikers will likely make the connection between stone cairns and Seven Magic Mountains, which is basically a series of gargantuan markers leading travelers from Las Vegas toward Los Angeles....
Read moreScenic Roads: Joshua Trees Parkway in Arizona
In the 1980s, Joshua Trees became immortalized after the release of the U2 album by the same name. The image of the band in the California desert with a lone Joshua Tree in the background made the yucca specious illustrious with fans, many of whom roamed the California countryside in...
Read moreGreat Views of Niagara Falls at Marriott on the Falls
After more than a century, Niagara Falls remains a popular vacation destination, and, for good reason. Between the stunning majesty of the falls themselves, and the plethora of family-friendly activities in the area, it’s hard to get bored there. If you’re planning a visit to Niagara Falls, do yourself a...
Read moreHacienda Encantada: A Superb Los Cabos Hideaway
Nestled within a cove and perched on a hilltop overlooking the stunning Sea of Cortez, Hacienda Encantada is a resort well suited for the quintessential Baja getaway. The staff at the the resort is so friendly and gracious, that it almost feels like a home away from home. With a...
Read morePacking light for a road trip…how to fit 2 weeks into one bag
A two-week road trip sounds like an epic adventure, but there’s limited space in that car. How do you pack for two weeks and fit everything in just one bag? You want to keep your luggage to a minimum as there’s nothing worse that traveling in a cram-packed car on...
Read moreRaja Ampat in 30 seconds
Raja Ampat is located in a far off land, and if you want to visit, it requires one arduous journey. Not many are willing to make the pilgrimage, which is probably one of the reasons this unspoiled area is still so stunning. When I say “stunning,” that might be an...
Read moreA guide to doing a Blues Trail Road Trip
If you're a Blues Music fan, then a Blues Trail road trip is simply a must. Highway 61, also known as the Blues Trail, rivals that of Route 66, if not for its historical importance, certainly for its musical significance. DESOTO COUNTY One of the first stops many Blues fans...
Read moreHeading to Cabarrus County, North Carolina in August
I have attended four Travel Media Showcase (TMS) conferences over the years and it's one of my favorites. TMS is a smaller travel conference, but it is extreamly well run and organized. Many of the destinations and journalist/bloggers attend year-after-year, so it's almost like a family reunion of sorts. This...
Read moreCamelback Mountain: Phoenix landmark and hiking haven
Camelback Mountain is an iconic landmark located right in the heart of Phoenix, Arizona. Its unique shape with two humps and a head looks distinctly like a resting camel, hence the name. Camelback Mountain is surrounded by million dollar homes, many providing million dollar views in all direction of the...
Read moreFacing fears by Bungee Jumping
Hands were shaking uncontrollably. My heart was throbbing rapidly. Safety checks performed. Harness snugged around my body. Even the pep talk by the bungee jumping instructor couldn’t scare away my fears. With both legs bound together, I started walking toward the edge like a penguin. I was at the ledge...
Read moreA cultural road trip to discover the many faces of Nepal
Nepal is a country well known for its world class trekking and awe-inspiring mountain views. However, because trekking is in the minds-eye of most visitors to Nepal, it feels like an undiscovered country in many ways. I had an opportunity to road trip around the central part of the country...
Read moreThe coolest ways to go coastal in Los Cabos
Los Cabos, Mexico (aka Cabo or Cabo San Lucas) is located at the very southern tip of the California Baja, where the desert meets the sea in spectacular fashion. I have traveled to many places in Mexico, but had never been to the tip of the Baja. I wasn’t quite...
Read moreRestorative and anomalous Los Cabos spa treatments
Spiritually restorative and anomalous gastronome Los Cabos spa treatments worth considering the next time you visit the southern tip of the Baja. I have had the opportunity to experience many different types of spa treatments from around the world, but the two most anomalous have to be from a recent...
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