Louisiana Bayou
A visit to the Bayou was a "must see" on our Southern US road trip. I don't think you can find landscapes like this anywhere in the world. We took the Acadian Swamp Tour. It's...
Los Angeles California
Los Angeles is not a city I thought I would ever like, but, to my surprise, I do. However, technically it is not really L.A. that I like, but some of the districts and...
San Francisco New Year’s Eve
San Francisco Welcomes the New Year
We decided to spend New Year's Eve in San Francisco at the last mintue. We stayed for one night only. The itinerary was simple: arrive around noon and go...
Clarksdale Mississippi
Visit Mississippi for a taste of the Blues! As the sign states, it is the birthplace of America's music. Mississippi, the Magnolia state, has also been a defining force in the world of pottery, most...
Houston Texas
We wanted to go to Houston in 2016, but could not fit it into our Southern Road trip so we went this year. So glad we made it to Houston! We both love this...
Dallas Texas
I never thought I would end up going to Dallas, but I'm glad I did. After visiting Austin in 2016, we both really liked the vibe and wanted to see more of Texas. On...
Sonoma California
Sonoma Wine Country is a always a great excursion from San Francisco. It is known for great wines and great food. It has over 400 vineyards, and if you have time you can head...
Tombstone Arizona
I was eager to see historic Tombstone Arizona, iconic town of the wild west. It’s about a three hour drive south from Phoenix, close to the Mexican border. It was one of the last wide-open...
Las Vegas Nevada
Las Vegas, in Nevada’s Mojave Desert, is a resort city famed for its vibrant nightlife, centered around 24-hour casinos and other entertainment options. There is one word that describes Vegas well: color. This is...
Salt Lake City & Park City Utah
Visit Salt Lake City, Park City and surrounding region in Utah for unique landscapes, good shopping and great food. In a related blog, I show the California Pioneer Trail that passed through Utah and Nevada. The...