Check out my latest for Forbes on this Game of Thrones filming location. Header image courtesy of Turisme Comunitat Valenciana. Continue reading Spain’s Papa Luna Castle is a must-see ‘Game of Thrones’ Filming Location (Forbes)
“In the remotest corners of the world, undisturbed by human development, indigenous wildlife thrives on unspoiled islands. The Galápagos Islands have long been lauded for biodiversity and endemism. But there are lesser known outposts, often thousands of miles away from inhabited areas, profuse with wildlife….” Read the rest on USA Today 10Best here. Header image is of Yellow-eyed penguins in New Zealand — Photo courtesy … Continue reading 10 Least Known Islands for Wildlife Viewing (USA Today 10Best)
Cruising is fun and all, but the best part of it for me is exploring new lands on foot. Here’s a list of wonderful places to go hiking on your next cruise vacation that I wrote for Cruise Critic. Continue reading Best Cruise Ports for Hiking (Cruise Critic)
Cradled between the Sea of Cortez and the Pacific Ocean, Mexico’s Baja California Sur experiences year-round sunshine—and in its capital of La Paz, a delightfully peaceful existence away from the Cabo San Lucas crowds. Go swimming with whale sharks, pet grey whales, bike around the Magic town of Todos Santos and more. Read the article on JohnnyJet.com by clicking here. Continue reading 8 Things to Do in La Paz, Mexico (JohnnyJet.com)
All the major publications are putting out lists of recommended places to visit next year and I figured Nature Traveler should also join in the fun. I’ve had an incredible year, visiting six new countries and checking off more states in my quest to get to all 50. Some highlights of 2018 include Mississippi river cruising on the American Duchess, exploring Canada’s Paris of the Prairies, … Continue reading My Nature Inspired Travel Wish List for 2019
I am sure by now you’ve all see the heartwarming picture of the late President George H.W. Bush’s service dog Sully lying next to his casket. Washington Post reported that Sully is a two year old service dog from the Guide Dog Foundation’s VetDogs Program, which provides trained dogs to veterans in need. These dogs are trained by prison inmates in their Prison Puppy Program. … Continue reading Sully H.W. Bush, America’s VetDog from the Prison Puppy Program
The tide has finally turned and there are now more opportunities than ever to participate in sustainable and responsible tourism. Cruise lines, hotels, and tour operators are beginning to ban plastic straws to protect marine life, and companies like Intrepid Travel started offering vegan food adventures. Many argue that flying is bad for the environment, but did you know that eating a vegan diet can reduce … Continue reading 10 Eco-Friendly Products for Your Next Vacation
I am so excited to share my first article for Architectural Digest! Click on the link or picture below to check it out… This Thai Temple Was Built Using 1.5 Million Beer Bottles The Temple of a Million Bottles, which took two years to build, was spearheaded by local monks who had grown tired of seeing beer bottles littering their local community Photos courtesy of … Continue reading This Thai Temple Was Built Using 1.5 Million Beer Bottles (Architectural Digest)
I am so excited to share my first article for Fodor’s Travel. It’s about a special island called Andros in the Bahamas. Find out what makes it so mystical by clicking the link below. 12 Ways to Explore the Myths and Mysticism of Andros, Bahamas Continue reading 12 Ways to Explore the Myths and Mysticism of Andros, Bahamas (Fodor’s Travel)
Award-winning American Queen Steamboat Company’s latest vessel is the only all-suite steamboat cruising the Mississippi River. It was a dream to be on, and I fulfilled my desire to visit the Deep South. Learn all about it by clicking the link below. Continue reading Cruising the Mississippi River on the American Duchess (JohnnyJet.com)
