There are so many ancient sites in Ireland. In fact I would have to write about 20 posts just to cover them all — there are that many. But there are those that stand out to me for some reason — reasons I always struggle putting into words because when it comes to these ancient…
Have you heard of the Tour du Mont Blanc? I’ve had a crush on this long distance hike for a couple of years. And since I completed the West Highland Way in Scotland back in May — another of my trail crushes — the Tour du Mont Blanc is now the trail I’m obsessing over.…
As promised I’m dedicating this week’s blog post to the most beautiful places I’ve been in the USA. Hopefully you read the international edition post a month ago that was filled with some pretty incredible destinations. But with Thanksgiving upon us — and the start of the crazy holiday season here in the USA —…
The locals and the regular visitors to Dunfanaghy, Ireland know about Tramore Beach. You can see the dreamy look in their eyes as they talk about it. It’s kind of a secret yet it’s not. You might read about it in a guidebook or on a website. I found it in Lonely Planet. Yet there’s…
Where are some of the most beautiful places you’ve been? I’m talking about take your breath away, jaw dropping destinations. I’m inspired to write about some of my “most beautiful places” thanks to Travis and Jason from Location Indie. Travis has his own Extra Pack of Peanuts website and podcast. Jason has Zero to Travel.…
When I talk about travel in Europe, most folks think about history — stately castles, museums filled with classic art work, walled cities, small villages with cobblestone lanes and sites such as the Colosseum in Rome. Many people don’t connect Europe with nature and outdoor pursuits like hiking or kayaking. They don’t think about mountains,…
