May - 2022

A Gift from a Stranger

I left Starbucks this morning in tears, my usual coffee in one hand and a gift from a stranger in the other.

Southern Fall Charm: Our Journey from Atlanta to Clayton, GA, and Highlands, NC

From mid-October to early November, the South is painted with vibrant fall colors. The Blue Ridge Mountains, particularly at higher...

Bucket List: Albuquerque International Balloon Festival

The Land of Enchantment, as New Mexico is fondly referred to, is famous for many things, but perhaps none more awe-inspiring than the...

Autumn in Aspen

Want to experience autumn in the mountains, but don’t think you have time? This route from Denver to Aspen will give you a taste of the...

Autumn on the Coast: A Quick New England Getaway

Have you ever dreamt of driving through New England just to catch a glimpse of those mesmerizing fall leaves? I know I have! But like so...

Whispers from Room 24: A Spirited Night at the Historic Concord Colonial Inn

A Haunted Night in Concord, MA

Golden Glory in the Land of Enchantment

I first visited Albuquerque over 25 years ago. I wasn’t well traveled at that time and when I thought of Albuquerque, my visions were of...

Rediscovering Balance: A Spontaneous Autumn Escape in Colorado

In the midst of my hectic corporate life with its constant hustle and grind, the walls of my office left me with a profound craving for...

Exploring Autumn's Glory in the Wild West

For this particular trip, fly into Durango and spend a night in room 222, the Louis L’Amour suite at the historic Strater Hotel....

A Soulful Sojourn in South Dakota

South Dakota was never a priority on my travel wishlist. Sure, Mt. Rushmore is an engineering wonder, but did I really need to make the...

Solo in Iceland: Heartbreak, Hard Work, and a Honeymoon Suite

2016 marked a turning point in my life. The end of a seven-year relationship left an echoing void. The faces of a man and his children,...