I was invited to attend a virtual tour of Tempe, Arizona, put on by the Tempe Tourism Office. The purpose was to encourage people to travel domestically post pandemic. I live about 6 hours away from Tempe in Los Angeles, so it's an easy trip. A convenient desert base camp Tempe is only 5-10 minutes from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport and is the home of Arizona … [Read more...]
Explore Banff. Canada in One Day
Banff is a picturesque resort village that sits at the foot of the breathtaking Banff National Forest, a designated UNESCO World Heritage site. The peaks of the majestic Mt. Rundle and Mt. Cascade can be seen from the town center. It's the main hub for tourists coming to the Canadian Rockies and the starting point for every sort of adventure tour. During the high season … [Read more...]
Take a Gorgeous Alpine Hike at Lake Louise, Canada
While visiting the Canadian Rockies, my daughter and I booked a 10k Alpine Hike at Lake Louise with a guide. At first, I was nervous. Would I survive hiking with a millennial? Will I have a heart attack and die in paradise? Even though I go for long walks at home, I was concerned. Hiking up a steep mountain is different than walking on the flats. Find a local guide near … [Read more...]
Stay in Yoho National Park: Canadian Rockies
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...]
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 relax and renew. Of course, I said yes. Who wouldn’t? Miraval is a luxury wellness getaway 45 minutes from Tucson airport. Arrival at the resort We flew in from LAX in the evening and stayed at the Hyatt Place Hotel next to the airport. The next morning, Miraval sent a … [Read more...]