When Alan and I explored Greenland on a Seabourn expedition ship, we were reminded of how fun it is to step back in time when we travel. And a visit to the Hvalsey Church ruins in Southern Greenland took us way back in time—all the way to the Norse settlements that thrived in the middle […]
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Do-It-Yourself Tips for a Schwerin Walking Tour
On a visit to Germany, I was charmed by Schwerin. And I was delighted to discover that the picturesque town, complete with a beautiful castle, is easy to explore on your own. Do you enjoy city walking tours? My tips for a Schwerin walking tour are for you! Exploring Schwerin on foot A walkable European […]
Walking the Wild Pacific Trail in Ucluelet, B.C.
On a Vancouver Island road trip, walking the Wild Pacific Trail offers visitors to Ucluelet, the opportunity to get out of the car for an exercise break. But don’t move so fast that you fail to appreciate the dramatic ocean views and serene forest setting. Alan and I attended a Porsche Club event at Black […]
Celebrating 16 Years of Inspiring Boomer Travelers
Happy sixteen years to My Itchy Travel Feet! That’s right, I’m celebrating 16 years of publishing stories to inspire baby boomer travel. Actually, it’s 18 years as My Itchy Travel Feet started out as a personal blog. Whew! That’s a lot of traveling, travel planning, writing, photography and all the other tasks that go into […]
How to See and Explore Leslie Gulch on a Boise, ID day trip
Are you looking for a day trip from Boise that will take you into the remote area of Eastern Oregon that’s just across the Snake River from Idaho? I recommend a day trip to Leslie Gulch. Alan and I were wowed by our visit to Leslie Gulch and can’t wait to return for more active […]
Five Festive Travel Ideas for the Holiday Season at Sea or on Land
Cummins originally sponsored this look at where to travel during the holidays. Are you thinking about a festive travel idea to make the holidays special? Alan and I often look for a fun place to go. Sometimes I’m not in the mood for all the decorating and cooking. And then there are those times when […]
Ilulissat Icefjord Cruise Excursion in Disko Bay
Is your expedition or classic cruise ship calling on Ilulissat on a Western Greenland cruise? While there are several active things to do here, an Ilulissat Icefjord cruise excursion in Disko Bay is one of the best choices for seeing the giant icebergs that fill the Icefjord after calving from Jakobshavn Glacier. On our Seabourn […]
52 Best National Park Books for 2024
If you are looking for the best national park books, I’ve found 52 that you need to know about! Along with my favorites, you’ll also discover books on every facet of our national parks. Of course you’ll find the usual guides and coffee table books but there is so much more when it comes to […]
North Rim Grand Canyon National Park: The Ultimate Guide
Have you thought about visiting the North Rim of the Grand Canyon? Keep reading as I share our personal experience at the Grand Canyon North Rim and tips for planning your trip. A trip to the Grand Canyon in northern Arizona is a once-in-a-lifetime travel experience. Over the course of 5 to 6 million years, […]