I often challenge people to tell me, "What's your next adventure?" Many have plans to travel abroad or visit our National Parks, but others look at me and say something like, "How can I afford to go on an adventure? I don't have the time. I have too much work to do." What I hear…
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Look Up from Oahu Hawaii to Prepare for Japan
Revisiting the Hawaiian Islands The beauty of Hawaii never gets old: majestic mountain views and dreamy seascapes; however, it is a long way from everywhere. Last month, on a return visit to Oahu, I used both Mother Nature and distance to my advantage to inspire this Look Up lesson and new adventure. Time Zones Away…
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Oahu Hawaii Hikes – Stairway to Heaven – Moanalua
When most visit Oahu, Waikiki Beach is the focus. However, once you have experienced a sunset catamaran sail, a drink at Duke's and perhaps a surfing lesson, it is time to get out of Honolulu and into the mountains. Although there are countless hikes on the island, there is one that is the creme de…
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Five Adventure Travel Musts in Puerto Rico
Whether you believe its name Puerto Rico (Rich Port) or its nickname La Isla del Encanto (the Enchanted Island), you are right. Puerto Rico certainly lives up to both names. Rich in culture and history, Puerto Rico surprises and delights with its rainforests, waterfalls, and beautiful beaches. Recently, I spent a jam-packed week in Puerto…
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Summer Adventures in Central Florida – Space Coast Florida Adventure Travel
Having lived in Florida for the last nearly fifteen+ years, I must admit that I continue to uncover hidden gems. As the summer is upon us, I thought it was fitting to write about a recent discovery for me near Orlando and the Space Coast of Florida. With temperatures near ninety for the remainder of…
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Three Must-Sees In NYC
[caption id="attachment_8209" align="aligncenter" width="604"] New York Skyline as seen from Ellis Island, Manhattan, New York[/caption] One of my first family trips with my mother was to New York City. I remember it fondly with a Broadway Show, Cats, visits to all the major art museums, and of course a lot of great food. Although I…
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Life is a Carnival – Take a Spin Around Calle Ocho Little Havana for Miami’s Carnival
Life is a Carnival - Calle Ocho, Little Havana, Miami Florida After celebrating Mardi Gras on the Carnival Paradise somewhere in the middle of the Gulf of Mexico last week, I took the adventure challenge to attend Calle Ocho, a yearly festival in Little Havana, Miami which combines music, food, drinks, shopping, and contests. It…
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Taking a Trip to Motor City
Many people ask, "What are some American cities that are still on your bucket list?" Although I have lived in Midwest, East Coast, Alaska, and Hawaii, there are several that still remain: Portland, Santa Fe, Knoxville, Savannah, and Detroit. Since I have only flown in and out of Motor City on connecting flights, I thought…
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Adventures Abound in the Finger Lakes New York – Finger Lakes Adventure Travel
Adventures Abound in the Finger Lakes New York - Hike, Fly, Race, and Refuel in New York About the Finger Lakes, New York AND Why This Isn't My First Time Located in Western, New York State, the Finger Lakes Region is named because of its eleven narrow lakes (Keuka Lake pictured above). The combination of…
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How to Enjoy Houston, Texas
Regardless of where you travel, it is helpful to find an insider with excellent travel tips and recommendations for your stay. When I was planning my various stays in Houston this year, I asked my peer travel writer, Matthew Stewart, to share his top five things to do while in Houston. Take it away Matthew…
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