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A Monument of Mosaics
Read More: A Monument of MosaicsBecause Villa Romana Del Casale is located far from any major Sicilian city, travelers may skip it. But this 4th Century monument to Roman mosaics is worth the trip. The mosaics that cover the Villa’s floors survived surprisingly intact, largely because they were buried beneath a landslide in the 12th Century and remained mostly undisturbed…
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Seductive Santorini
Read More: Seductive SantoriniThe Greek islands had been on my bucket list for decades and, when we finally made it to Santorini, this…
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Ancient & Modern Athens
Read More: Ancient & Modern AthensAthens is both ancient and modern. Grit and grandeur — often side by side — give one of the world’s oldest cities a mixed reputation among travelers. We were told to not spend much time here but found the three days and nights that we were in Greece’s capital city left us wanting more.
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Taormina, Sicily: A Historic Enclave with Stunning Views
Read More: Taormina, Sicily: A Historic Enclave with Stunning ViewsTaormina, Sicily, known as the Pearl of the Mediterranean, boasts stunning views of the sea and Mount Etna. The town’s pedestrian streets wind through historic houses and shops, offering outdoor dining and picturesque squares. Despite pricey tourist traps, the city’s ancient gates, cathedral and Greek Theater make it a must-see destination for travelers.
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Arches National Park
Read More: Arches National ParkWhile high expectations often lead to disappointment, that was not the case at Arches National Park . We had heard…
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Roadside Attractions
Read More: Roadside AttractionsWe embarked on a road trip to visit family that re-created the dust bowl treks from Oklahoma in reverse. We set out from California for Oklahoma, giving ourselves time for stops at odd roadside attractions and eateries, including Cadillac Ranch, Watson’s Bar-B-Que and a giant cross.
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Zion National Park: Spectacular Hiking and Scenic Views
Read More: Zion National Park: Spectacular Hiking and Scenic ViewsZion National Park is among the nation’s most visited national parks, and its Narrows hike is one of the most difficult and beautiful hikes we’ve ever taken.
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Mystical Sedona
Read More: Mystical SedonaSedona is a mystical, red rock wonder that supposedly hosts “vortexes.” These are mysterious cosmic forces that are conducive to healing, meditation and self-exploration. We didn’t personally experience healing, but we were inspired by our hikes and explorations of this desert town.
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California Cattle Drive
Read More: California Cattle DriveThe V6 Ranch in Central California gives everyone a chance to live out their cowgirl, cowboy or rodeo queen dreams. Located in the tiny town of Parkfield, the extended family running this ranch hosts cattle drives, cowboy academies and more for guests.
