For anyone looking for a national park adventure, there’s simply no better place to experience it than Denali National Park. From expansive views of breathtaking Alaska landscape to local wildlife, Denali is really something unique. Today’s guest poster, photographer Dennis Calhoun, visually brings us one step into Alaska’s incredible Denali National Park with his incredible […]
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Riding the Prince Rupert Ferry on an Alaska Highway Road Trip
What does riding the Prince Rupert Ferry have to do with an Alaska Highway road trip? It’s the off-the-beaten-path way to get there. Our favorite! Read on for Prince Rupert Ferry tips that will take you there, too. The soft shades of morning sunlight illuminates Scarlett Point as the M. V. Northern Expedition (Prince Rupert […]
Saturday’s scene: Dancing With Water
Magnificent? Astounding? Spectacular? None of these adjectives come close to describing Impression West Lake in Hangzhou, China. Performers dance on stages that are set 3 cm into the Yuehu Lake—a natural part of West Lake—as they portray the Han folk story of Lady White Snake and Xu Xian. A dazzling light display turns the lake’s natural surroundings […]
Top Alaska Travel Apps
Updated 9.28.2018 I think anyone who has ever been to beautiful Alaska will agree that it has to be one of the most fascinating states in the entire US. Not only does Alaska offer breathtaking landscapes and incredible views at every turn, but the state’s distinct history and culture are incredibly intriguing as well. Additionally, […]
Luxury in Alaska at Kenai Princess Wilderness Lodge
It’s hard to find luxury in the wilderness of Alaska. Ask me, I know. After driving for three weeks on an Alaska Highway road trip where Alan and I were lucky to find a halfway decent place to sleep each night—with a hard mattress, scratchy sheets and pillows that definitely weren’t made from memory foam—arriving […]
Traveling Light With The Eagle Creek Load Warrior
Updated 07.24.2019: Eagle Creek invited me to review the 22″ Load Warrior in 2014. The latest version of the bag comes with an Anodized aluminum mono tube handle and oversize treaded wheels in a protective wheel housing. And, yes, I’m still traveling with my original Eagle Creek rolling duffle bag. Confession time. I’m not a […]
Lower Rias Road Trip Guide: Off-the-Beaten-Path in Spain
Perhaps a road trip through Spain’s Lower Rias hasn’t been on your radar. While there are plenty of Spanish cities filled with history and charm, there’s even mpore to see and experience on a boomer road trip in Spain. When it comes to insider tips for exploring Spain, Nicole Jewell is the My Itchy Travel Feet […]
Top Four Madrid Parks Guaranteed to Ease Your Spring Fever
Although some may have you believe that Paris in springtime is the only place to be, this adopted Madrileño will always opt for a Spanish springtime. Of course, it’s undeniable that the French capital comes alive during the spring, but there’s just something about a blooming Madrid this time of year that warms the heart. […]
Checking Off Bucket List Items on a Luxury Trip to China
Today, Alan and I leave for a small group luxury trip to China. Along the way, we’ll be checking four items off our boomer bucket list: flying on the Dreamliner, riding a high speed train in China, seeing pandas and cruising the Yangtze River. Our journey begins in Los Angeles, where we’ll board a United Dreamliner […]