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My Jordan Adventure

Traveling to Amman, Wadi Rum, Petra, the Dead Sea, Madaba and Jerash with Intrepid Travel Jordan was bundled with my Egyptian trip so I flew directly from Cairo International Airport. It’s a proud country with some of the most unique scenery in the world. That being said, Jordan has economic problems, a huge population of […]

Don’t Even Think About Doing this in New York City

A little extra advice for what to avoid so that you’re a NYC pro in no time. If you’re heading to NYC, check out this recommended itinerary! Don’t spend more than an hour in Times Square.  You should definitely experience this sensory overload and fully embrace the madness, but then move on quickly! Don’t take […]

5 Days in the Wild Ritzy West Itinerary

Total days: 5 days | Accommodations: Strater Hotel in Durango, New Sheridan Hotel in Telluride, cabin at Dunton Hot Springs | Transportation: Rented a car | Traveled with: Friends | Type of Trip: Hiking and scenic western sites  | Highlights: hiking, Telluride gondola, hot springs dip, drinks at the Dunton Saloon DAY 1 At a glimpse:  Exploring downtown DurangoTravel agenda: […]

A Unique Experience at Dunton Hot Springs

A resort playground and ritzy camping experience Dunton Hot Springs is one of the most unique settings I have ever been in.  Dunton is a former mining town turned ghost town transformed incredible resort.  Below is information on staying at the camp and what it’s like during a wedding.  Click here for a long weekend […]

Live a Fairy Tale in Switzerland

Skip Zurich or Geneva and head to the Bernese Oberland region instead! Take the train to Interlaken and use as a home base to explore the quaint storybook Swiss villages that make this country so special. Reasons to visit below: Enchantment The small Bernese Oberland villages – some carless! – offer a real chance to […]

5 Adventurous Days in Switzerland Itinerary

Length of trip: 5 Days | Accommodations: 3 nights at hotel in Interlaken City, 1 night at hotel in Lauterbrunnen | Transportation: Walking in town, traveling via trains, ferries and cable cars| Traveled with: A girlfriend | Type of Trip: Emphasis on adventure, hiking and unique storybook towns along the way | Highlights: Canyoning, skydiving, train to Jungfraujoch and quaint mountain villages […]

Driving on the Right (but Left) Side of the Road in New Zealand

Tips for rental cars and road trips in NZ! New Zealand was my first experience renting a car where residents (and visitors -some of whom don’t know what they are doing!) drive on the left side of the road.  Here’s what I learned: It takes some getting used to. We booked a car on day […]

Packing List for a Summer New Zealand Trip

I packed a carry-on bag and backpack to New Zealand.  Below is what I brought and what I would leave at home if I had a time machine. 2 books because it was a long journey. 1 book would have been fine in retrospect.   The longer flights always have entertainment and it’s best to get some […]

The Best Souvenirs in New Zealand

If you’re visiting New Zealand, below are the most unique gifts or souvenirs to look for on the North and South Island. ROTORUA MUD Mud is perhaps the most basic of all the face masks, dating back to 1200 BC. This mud takes it up a notch. Although there is geothermal activity in several places […]

What to Eat in New Zealand

Food is not the reason to go to New Zealand. That being said, there are definitely some must try dishes when you are there: HAND PIES No forks allowed!  You’ll find these everywhere.  The most popular are mince pies and some variety of chicken.  I highly recommend the Steak and Cheese at Fergbaker or the […]