As my fall road trip wound up and around the Appalachian Mountains, I reached over to Spotify and hit play on The Very Best of John Denver. It just felt right — the perfect soundtrack for the final leg of a six-month road trip. As the altitude climbed, so did the color. Fiery orange maples began …
Explore Destinations | North America & Beyond
Explore destinations across North America and beyond—from national parks and historic towns to quiet corners that feel like home. Each place is a chapter in a much bigger story about adventure, culture, and belonging.
Uxmal – More than Mexican Ruins
Uxmal Living Legacy In the heart of the Yucatán Peninsula, where the sun paints the sky in hues of warmth and history breathes deeply across the land, Uxmal stands not merely as Mexican ruins but as an artistic canvas of the Maya civilization. Stepping into Uxmal isn't just a journey into the …
Casa Gemelas: Mérida MX’s Architectural Splendor
Casa Gemelas stands in the heart of Mérida, Yucatán, where the vibrant history of the area resonates through its grand architecture. Montejo 495 Casa Museo, as it is now referred to, was built as one of two mansions that continue to stand as sentinels of a bygone era. Together, both homes are known …
Canadian Rockies Road Trip with The Roaming Yeti!
Beth of The Roaming Yeti Podcast interviewed me about my Canadian Rockies Road Trip last summer. I traveled from Vancouver to Calgary by way of the Canadian National Parks in Jasper and Banff. The Icefields Parkway is not to be missed. Have a listen: On Spotify: On The Roaming Yeti …
Return to Bioluminescent Bay in Puerto Rico
The first time I visited Bioluminescent Bay in Puerto Rico, it was a magical experience. I’d booked it as a shore excursion on a cruise stop. After an hour bus ride, we arrived at the water’s edge just as the dark was settling in. There weren’t any lights in the surrounding area; I …
Visit Smoky Mountains National Park in the Fall
All it takes is a warm autumn day and the feet start itching for a country drive, some hot apple cider, and incredible views of colorful leaves at the height of their beauty. Growing up and living in the north, fall was always accompanied by a stop at a pumpkin patch to choose your own, or even …
