Distractions, Travel

Butterflies Are Magical

As you walk through the doors something magical really does happen. Hundreds of butterflies fill the air around you, gently chasing each other among the tropical leaves.

Musings, Travel

Find Your Passion in 2021

I hope 2021 brings us all back together. I hope each person who reads this finds joy and passion and a reason to smile often. I hope we all get a chance to spend time with loved ones and make new friends wherever we go.

Musings, Travel

A World of Christmas Memories

Wherever you are this Christmas, may your spirits be bright and may joy fill your heart and home!

California, Distractions, Musings, Travel

Wander With Your Eyes

Take a walk in your neighborhood. Drive to a local park. Look at the world just beyond your outdoor-seating spot at a local restaurant. You can even focus on the little things inside your home that bring you joy.

Travel

Sunscreen For The Holidays

Wherever you are this holiday season, may you enjoy health and happiness. Enjoy the season, avoid the crowds and celebrate with adventure in your soul.

A to Z, The US Version, Bucket List, Flying, Travel

Up, Up and Away to the TWA Hotel

The hotel is the original TWA Terminal which has been painstakingly restored. The Eero Saarinen design still sends a weary traveler’s mind into the sky with its wing styling. The lobby soars and welcomes in a way that seems to have gone the way of days gone by.

A to Z, The US Version, Flying, Travel

A is for Aviation

As a lifelong aviation nut, I became a private pilot in 1992. Since then, I’ve witnessed the shift to glass cockpits, GPS, and electronic flight bags, but missed the “glory days’ of personal air transportation in the 70s and early 80s. It’s much safer now, but incredibly expensive.

Musings, Travel

Gift Ideas for Travelers

Hopefully, our spirit of giving is still alive and well. If you’re looking for a few tips on what to get for the person on your list with a chronic case of wanderlust.

Arizona, Travel

Light Up The Holidays!

We dropped the top on the convertible and inched our way through the maze of lights set to rockin’ holiday music. WHAT FUN! Lights blinked and flashed in-time to the tunes cheerfully playing on the radio.

Musings, Travel

Adventure Is Closer Than You Think

You may be wondering, what does all of this have to do with travel? I mean, this is supposed to be a travel blog, right? Much of the country stayed home this year on a day that is renowned for packed roadways, crowded airports, and huge family gatherings.