The Perfect Day Trip To Joshua Tree
I’ve fallen in love with Joshua Tree, both the town and national park. In the past year I’ve visited three times and I’m already planning my return trip in spring…
7 Awesome Things To Do In Santa Monica
I’ve been to Santa Monica dozens of times over the years, but for some reason I’d never stayed here overnight. Since I’ve lived in Southern California for thirty years, Santa…
7 Things To Do In Mammoth Lakes In the Summer
I don’t ski, so I never took much interest in Mammoth Lakes. Then a friend familiar with the area--who also doesn’t ski--told me what a great place it is in…
A Safari In Queen Elizabeth National Park Uganda
I didn’t know much about Uganda before visiting in 2019. My friends, Jeanie and Cheryl, and I had been in Rwanda for a week for a mission trip and had…
Palm Springs In The Summer–Where To Stay And What To Do
You should visit Palm Springs in summer. Seriously. Yes, I know it will be really hot, but you’re going to spend most of the day in the pool drinking margaritas,…
Hiking In Laguna Beach–5 Trails To Try
Hiking may not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of Laguna Beach, but it turns out this city is home to many scenic trails of…
A Trip Around The World in 5 Cocktails
Last month I took an online Spanish cooking class. The tortilla espanola and gazpacho turned out decently, but the sangria was awesome. As I sipped that strong, red liquid laced…
Cooking Around The World–My Quarantine Kitchen Adventures, Part 2
Well, I’m still at home, doing my part to flatten the curve of this darn virus. So my cooking around the world adventures continue, this time with an emphasis on…
Cooking Around The World–My Quarantine Kitchen Adventures
I’m a decent home cook and a less than average baker, but with plenty of time on my hands I decided to spread my wings and try a bunch of…
Where To Stay In Punta Cana–A Review of TRS Turquesa Hotel
If you’re dreaming of a vacation that includes turquoise colored water, long stretches of sandy beaches, and endless palm trees, then Punta Cana is for you. And if you’re hoping…