Growing tired of over-priced, over-hyped New Year’s Eve celebrations, a friend and I decided to ring in the New Year in nature by spending two nights at Georgia’s Hike Inn. I thought Georgia would be warmer. It’s The South – palmetto trees and peaches and such; sweatshirt weather at most. But when I checked the … Continue reading Hiking in a winter wonderland – Len Foote Hike Inn
Taking a hammam, also referred to as a Turkish bath, was an option on my trip to Morocco. It sounded mysterious, odd and scary in all best ways that a traveler desires - a traditional aspect of daily life, a unique social experience, and a step into the unknown that brings both fear and a … Continue reading Say Yes to the Hammam
Packing for plus-size women can be a challenge. Our clothing genuinely takes up more space. With the added terror of checked baggage being lost and visiting a place where fat-friendly clothing options are limited (or non existent), I almost always carry on only. Here’s how I pack for a two-week trip using only a carry-on: … Continue reading The Ultimate Guide to Plus-Size Packing
Snowy weather, soft sweaters and the smell of the fireplace are the the hallmarks of a traditional Christmas, but the spirit of the season isn’t lost in the sunny, summery days of December in San Diego. Visiting my young niece during the holidays felt weird at first, but we quickly found our Southern California Christmas … Continue reading So cool So Cal Christmas
This post was written for PinkPangea.com Australia was the final stop in my quest to visit all seven continents before turning 40. I prefer remote landscapes over cities, so I selected a 9-day Kimberley camping adventure with Intrepid Travel (sort of like this one). Another option was a three day trip near Uluru (Ayers Rock) … Continue reading What to know about visiting Australia’s Kimberley region
Tunisia (Tatooine) and outer space are on my list of future travel destinations, inspired by a childhood obsession with Star Wars that continues to fuel my sense of adventure today. Until I get there, here are some places where Jedi-wannabes can feel like we are traveling in a galaxy far, far away... Tatooine Several scenes … Continue reading Star Wars inspired travel
You’ve got a day to explore Quito, Ecuador and want to make the most of your time in this lovely city. I’ve got a plan for you! Quito is located along the Equator, so weather is reliably comfortable with a combination of sun and clouds throughout the day. Some parts of the city are … Continue reading One day in Quito
