Bandon – Where Sea Stacks Meet Stories of the Past
I must admit, it was the rocks — mainly the sea stacks that drew me to this coastal town in the Pacific Northwest of the US.
Say Hi to the Western Sycamore
The Western Sycamore aka the California Sycamore, is said to be native to the sunny state on the US West Coast. Come, meet these natural sculptures >>
Stepping on the Brake for Some Roosevelt Elk
Would you like to see some Roosevelt Elk near the Oregon Coast? They are almost always grazing at this spot by the Umpqua Highway >>
Of Sundaes and Ghirardelli Chocolate Squares
A classic hot fudge sundae and those signature chocolate squares — the Ghirardelli mural at a factory outlet. Monday Mural >>
A Dry Creek Road to a Devil’s Bridge!
If you’re in Sedona and planning to hike to Devil’s Bridge via Dry Creek Road, here’s what to expect >>
When you have One Day to explore the North Cascades
Copy my North Cascades National Park itinerary to get tipsy from the trip to this part of the Evergreen State where even the lakes color-coordinate with the foliage!
Art On The Roof: American Flag Mural
Ever seen a mural on a roof? I recently got to see not one but two of them. With July 4th just around the corner, this has to be the…
Salesforce Park: A Rooftop Forest In A Concrete Jungle
If I showed you the trail that snakes through the sides of Salesforce Park and showed you the trees and plants that fence it, you wouldn’t even know it wasn’t on ground level!
Wine Country Mural in Bay Area’s Wine Country
When one is a first-time visitor to Northern California, San Francisco, a bit of the Pacific Coast, Lake Tahoe, and Yosemite are usually on the itinerary. And if wine or…
Top Things to Do in Grand Teton National Park
Want to make the most of your trip to Grand Teton National Park? From iconic sights to scenic drives and great stops, here are the top 5 things to do in Grand Teton National Park, especially if it’s your first time in the area.