My first trip to Maui struck me in a way I never expected and snorkeling became one of my many new addictions. I often wonder why I waited so long to try it. To feed this addiction, I had to return to Maui where I’d first learned to love this sport. On this recent trip … Continue reading
Maui might be one of the few places I have traveled to where I left thinking, “I can’t wait to come back!” I’ve been to Oahu and definitely didn’t feel this way after that trip, but then again, that was over 10 years ago. Could it be the slow pace, the sunshine, and the abundance … Continue reading
This extremely popular trail is well known for its “ass-kicking” climb, outstanding gorge and mountain views and fields of berries and flowers. There are a couple of trail-tackling options, but all are steep and gradual climbs. Some are noted to be sightly less difficult, but the truth is no matter which way you hike, you’re … Continue reading
Orcas Island has a lot to offer its visitors. Great food, a colorful farmers market, affordable rental homes, beaches, boats, and great scooter riding too. What made this place so memorable to me was its natural beauty and history. Sitting among hundreds of islands made me think about the Pacific Northwest region and how it … Continue reading
I often find myself reminiscing about the experiences I had while working with SoBe because it was one of my favorite jobs. We were ambitious employees who sometimes took our days off and made them into sampling events, like Sturgis Motorcycle Rally week in 2006. There is nothing quite like the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally in … Continue reading
As we passed through Wyoming, we made sure to visit Todd’s Grandma in Thermopolis, home to the world’s largest mineral hot springs; the Safari Club restaurant and hotel; and the Wyoming Dinosaur Center. It’s a great little town for a natural history getaway. We had a nice steak dinner at the Safari Club and admired the big … Continue reading
Wow! Eight years? Really, have I lived here that long? That’s crazy. I still haven’t eaten at Le Pigeon, been to the Japanese Garden, or done the naked bike ride, but I have a great list of Portland experiences to share with you. Portland is known for many things, including the amazing public transportation and … Continue reading
This week in Portland, Ore., flowers have been blooming, but last night we also experienced an unusual spring snow. It is this switch from freeze to thaw that helped form Bryce Canyon. Bryce’s brightly colored sandstone spires are spectacular and the reason this is my number one National Park to see before you die. I … Continue reading
Just another stop on the map. We were headed for Yellowstone National Park in the SoBe “Luv Bus”. As usual, the bus was crawling up the 17% incline to this peak. We had to drive back over this pass after being turned away at the gate of Yellowstone. The SoBe bus was too commercial for … Continue reading
Although my visit to Canyonlands National Park lasted for only one sunset, it was very memorable. The timing was just right to see blooming cactus and the sun setting over Canyonlands National Park after a long day of hiking around Arches National Park. Some of the most interesting aspects of human culture are represented at … Continue reading
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