After years of working as a social worker and psychology instructor, Suzanne Maggio walked El Camino de Santiago in Spain traveling solo. She was 60 when she did it and is a big advocate for solo travel. There is never a right time to take a big adventure. She is now 65 and has taken three long solo walking trips. One was the third leg of the Via Francigena in … [Read more...]
How to Play Trip Chaser: An Engaging Card Game for Travel Lovers
Are you an avid traveler who loves to play games? You may enjoy a game called Trip Chaser. It’s a card game small enough to take with you when you travel that you can play with 2 to 6 of your like-minded friends. There are no pieces to lose other than playing cards that fit in a handy box. The instructions are available via a QR code you access on your phone, tablet, or … [Read more...]
San Jose Del Cabo | What a Perfect Place for a Wedding!
Both of my children got married within three months of each other, and each had a destination wedding. My son celebrated his nuptials under majestic redwood trees in Santa Cruz, and my daughter in San Jose Del Cabo, at the end of Baja California in Mexico. They are in their mid-thirties and doing well in their careers, so, as a single mom, I only had to come along for the … [Read more...]
The Colorful Murals of Los Angeles Illustrate its Diversity
You can find street art in most urban cities and even in rural communities, but Los Angeles has such a vast array of rich and diverse cultures that there is something for everyone. I found myself becoming fascinated with the murals I came across, so I started collecting photos of them. Many came from Downtown and East Los Angeles but I've also found some beauties in … [Read more...]
Go Full on Foodie at California Wineries
California wineries have been adopting a trend that will please culinary devotees who come to visit. They have been adding wine-pairing experiences with food prepared by in-house chefs. Many of these chefs come from top restaurants around the world and create the ultimate gastronomic experience for their guests. Cakebread Cellars resident chef, Brian Streeter, says, “There … [Read more...]