by Barb Rees We dined on Scallops Provençale complimented with Columbia Valley “Domaine Ste. Michelle”, a sparkling Chardonnay at the luxurious “Inn at Port Ludlow.” The next day, after staying in one of their comfy suites with Jacuzzi tub, we left … [Read More...] about Olympic Peninsula Culinary Tour
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Petrified Pompeii – A City Frozen in Time
by Caroline M. Jackson "Mt. Vesuvius is not dead. It is a scaring presence.... like a bomb!" whispered Marco, our Italian tour guide, as our bus climbed up the narrow highway overlooking the Bay of Naples. En route to the well-preserved ruins … [Read More...] about Petrified Pompeii – A City Frozen in Time
Exploring Cancun’s Big Neighbor, San Miguel, Cozumel Island
By Rick Millikan Isla Cozumel seems to float alongside the Yucatan Peninsula's eastern coast. Our day trip from Cancun includes a ferry ride to Cozumel's main port, where a Mariachi quintet joyfully strums guitars, blares trumpets and harmonizes … [Read More...] about Exploring Cancun’s Big Neighbor, San Miguel, Cozumel Island
Turkey’s Beautiful Black Sea
by Barbara Barton Sloane “The sea, once it casts its spell, holds one in its net of wonder forever. –Jacques Yves Cousteau A world of wonder is what you find at Turkey’s Black Sea. The region is rich in heritage, in sights, in culture – from … [Read More...] about Turkey’s Beautiful Black Sea
Wandering Around Historical Alberta
by Barb Rees Drumheller, Donalda, Bruderheim, and Wainwright … What do they have in common? They are a few of the places and history in Alberta we discovered when we wandered around Alberta the summer of 2015. The theme was history. Following … [Read More...] about Wandering Around Historical Alberta
Romancing the Stone: Streaking Along the Sunshine Coast and Visiting Rockwater Secret Cove Resort
Story and photos by Cherie Thiessen In the old days we knew it as Lord Jim Resort, a collection of chalets and cottages on a pretty part of British Columbia's Sunshine Coast, picturesquely named Halfmoon Bay. We would drop in for a decent meal … [Read More...] about Romancing the Stone: Streaking Along the Sunshine Coast and Visiting Rockwater Secret Cove Resort
Day Tripping from London to Oxford, UK
by Chris Millikan A day trip from London to Oxford suits avid walkers like us. Hopping an early train from Paddington Station, we arrive in this esteemed city of spires within 1-1/2 easy hours. A university town since the 13th century, … [Read More...] about Day Tripping from London to Oxford, UK
Kauai’s Downhll: Sightseeing on Wheels
By Chris Millikan Kauai’s idyllic tropical surroundings provide for a wide variety of outdoor adventures, from the mildly energetic to wildly adventurous. On a day trip from Poipu, my husband Rick and I join six fellow enthusiasts for a unique … [Read More...] about Kauai’s Downhll: Sightseeing on Wheels
Death Valley: Land of Extremes
by Karoline Cullen “There could be a cataclysmic event tomorrow,” Ed says cheerfully as he welcomes us to the Inn. I look at him in alarm and ask, “What’s going to happen?” His eyes twinkle as he drawls, “Well, we may get a millimeter of rain!” We … [Read More...] about Death Valley: Land of Extremes
Christmas in the Arctic
by Kathryn Lemmon The Yuletide connection lured me to the Arctic Circle in December. In northern Finland, pure white snow is measured not in inches but in feet. It’s a place where reindeer herds thrive and Lapland traditional clothing is vibrantly … [Read More...] about Christmas in the Arctic
Whistler For Non Skiers
by Lauren Kramer My first ski lesson, some 13 years ago, saw me clinging to my ski instructor on a Banff bunny hill, sinking my nails into his sleeve lest he try to escape. His parting words are memorable to this day. "In all my years of … [Read More...] about Whistler For Non Skiers
Victoria’s Gardens: Free for the Viewing
By Chris Millikan Year round floral spectacles may inspire a day trip from Vancouver to Victoria, BC, where a passion for gardening is evident everywhere. Riotous flowers adorn boulevards and store fronts; hanging baskets, wooden tubs, classy … [Read More...] about Victoria’s Gardens: Free for the Viewing