My daughter invited me on a short vacation to explore the Canadian Rockies with her. Decades ago, my parents vacationed there and loved it, so it's always been on my bucket list. We planned to stay at Yoho National Park for two nights, not far from Lake Louise, before heading to Banff for one night. Find a local guide near Banff, here. We flew into Calgary from Los … [Read more...]
European Tours for Women Run by An American Expat
Have you ever thought of living in another country, at least for a little while? I have. Waking up and looking out at a quaint little village that was built centuries ago has been a dream of mine. I’ve always wondered what it would be like and recently met a woman who is living that dream. Her name is Leslie Ender and she conducts European tours for women. She is an American … [Read more...]
Travel Adventure Show Tips from Rick Steves
The Travel Adventure Show comes to the Los Angeles Convention Center every year. It's a huge expo that takes place all over the U.S. where you can visit the booths of hundreds of travel companies, listen to well-known travel experts like Rick Steves and Patricia Schultz, and enjoy food and entertainment. Finding authenticity in travel Rick Steves has always been one of … [Read more...]
Relax and Rejuvenate at Miraval Resort and Spa
My daughter had credit card points saved up and suggested we both go to Miraval Resort and Spa to get away from all the noise that’s been stressing us out this past year. Of course, I said yes. Who wouldn’t? Miraval is a luxury wellness getaway 45 minutes from Tucson airport. It was recently acquired by Hyatt Hotels. Arrival at the resort We flew in from LAX in the … [Read more...]
Explore the Sultry Grenadines in a Sailboat
Imagine island hopping to unknown paradises that pirates once inhabited, with reggae music wafting through the air as warm breezes blow, and lying on pristine beaches as you laze away the summer. I took a three-week cruise like that on a 50ft sailboat from St. Vincent and the Grenadines that ended on the island of Spice in Grenada. Find locally-led guided tours in Saint … [Read more...]
