We have a ridiculously long list of places we want to visit in our travels. Frankly, Chicago was never on the list. But when we found ourselves at Indiana Dunes State Park and realized that we could hop on the train and visit the city, we thought, “Why not?” I’m so glad we made the […]
One of the most extraordinary events in the world of birding occurs on the shores of Lake Erie in early spring. Each year, thousands of colorful warblers converge to feed and rest here as they prepare for an arduous journey to their nesting grounds in Canada. A trip to Magee Marsh in northern Ohio on […]
We are not into horse racing or whiskey. Nonetheless, when we found ourselves in Lousiville, we drank whiskey and we went to the horse races. During Kentucky Derby week, no less. When in Rome, right? We happened to be in Louisville the first weekend of May, which is always the weekend of the Kentucky Derby. […]
After the languid Southern charms of Savannah and Charleston and the laid-back vibe of Asheville, Nashville was a bit of a shock. Brash, colorful, and loud, Nashville pulses day and night with the musical heartbeat that befits its title as Music City, USA. It was kind of overwhelming at first. It’s a big city, there’s […]
You guys are the best. In the past week, I’ve been reminded of another important reason why I write this blog. It not only serves as a journal of our travels but has connected us with a community of wonderful people. I’d still write our blog even if no one was reading, but knowing that […]
We’ve been on Lopez Island since the first of July, happily ensconced in our summer camp hosting gig. Meanwhile, our blog is far away, both in time and distance. It’s a bit daunting when I think of being so far behind. Much worse is when I start comparing myself to other bloggers. Bloggers who stay […]
In Charleston, an enormous pineapple fountain dominates the waterfront. This was not a random fruit choice by city planners. In the antebellum South, the pineapple was a symbol of the ultimate in hospitality. Visitors greeted with this exotic, rare, and expensive fruit felt honored by a hostess who spared no expense to ensure her guests’ […]
Savannah is the poster child for Southern charm. Elegant historic homes border lush town squares adorned with fountains and statues. Church spires rise above magnificent oaks. Spanish moss sways in the breeze, cobblestone streets line the riverfront and Southern accents prevail. Legend has it that General Sherman, best remembered for setting fire to the Confederacy […]
Just 40 miles from our last stop where we visited Cumberland Island, we settled in for a few days to explore more islands off the coast of Georgia. This time, the Golden Isles of Jekyll and St. Simons were our destination. Intriguing history, beautiful beaches, and great biking awaited us on these two lovely islands. And […]
After five years of full-time traveling, the allure of the road hasn’t lost its appeal. We always look forward to hitching up and setting out on a new adventure, even more so when we’ve been in one place for a while. At the end of March, after two months in Florida, we were happy to […]
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