In New Mexico, the Pueblo is at the center of Native American culture. Its beginnings trace back to Chaco Canyon, a National Historical Park, and Unesco World Heritage Centre that contains some of the most notable ruins from pre-Columbian civilizations in the United States. The park lies in the northwestern part of New Mexico between […]
Paso Robles: Illuminating The Best of the Central Coast
Paso Robles, which means The Pass of Oaks, is located in San Luis Obispo County along the Salinas River. In the early days, people traveled to Paso Robles for its Mineral Springs. Cattle ranchers, almond and apple growers, and dairy farmers were the first to settle the area. Today the city is becoming an exciting […]
The Enchantment Of The Finger Lakes
Often there are ties with locations that we never thought connected us to a place. I have dreamed of visiting the Finger Lakes for quite some time. Before travel writing, I wrote about pets. I received emails about the Grapehounds Wine Tour, dog adoption, and wine tasting event in the Finger Lakes. When I branched […]
Best of Palm Springs
Palm Springs, the desert resort mecca for relaxation and fun, is also where the arts come alive through the fine arts and architecture. For the golfer, it is the golf capital of the world. The city is known as a retirement community for some and, during the winter, a snowbird destination. For others, it’s the […]
Day Trip to Santa Barbara And Beyond
Living in West Los Angeles, there is nothing like a day trip up the coast to Santa Barbara and beyond, especially when you feel the need to get out of dodge, so to speak. The drive is easy because the distance to Santa Barbara is 1.5 hours and another 35 minutes to Highway 246, which […]
Dreaming of Bordeaux
Like many, I ponder my ultimate travel destination once the pandemic subsides and we are free to travel the world again. My dream trip has been on my bucket list for many years. With a focus on wine writing, I chose a place that signifies my love of wine and, at the same time, enhances […]
McMinnville, Oregon: 15 Best Things To Do
McMinnville, Oregon, lies in the heart of the Willamette Valley in Yamhill County, halfway between Portland and Salem. As a wine lover, the town is in the heart of wine country, so the area boasts excellent wine, especially Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. Although Pinot Geeks love to visit, there are many other things to do. […]
Virtual Travel 2020: A Journey to Eleven Destinations
The year 2020 took on a different role when it came to travel. Any travel that existed came to a halt in March. Local travel was acceptable, but the bulk of traveling took place virtually. I thought I would share my 2020 virtual travel year as I discovered many places I hope to visit in […]
TWA Hotel: Going Retro In This Mid-century Masterpiece
Iconic architecture symbolizes both the past and our future. One such monument to midcentury construction is the TWA Hotel at JFK International Airport. This New York airport hotel is erected around the original flight center terminal designed by architect Eero Saarinen in 1962. TWA went out of business in 2001, and the terminal laid dormant […]
Sandes Of Time Bed and Breakfast: Fusing the Past and Present
Perched upon a knoll, nestled among trees, beckoning you to come to stay, sits the Sandes of Time Bed & Breakfast in Milwaukie, a suburb of Portland, Oregon. If you are looking for accommodations with quaint charm and old-world style, this Oregon Bed and Breakfast is ideally located near Portland, Lake Oswego Oregon City, Canby, […]