20 Best Things to Do at Silverwood Theme Park

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Get tips about what to bring, which rides are the best, where to stay, and where to eat in this essential guide to Silverwood Theme Park. One of northern Idaho’s best-kept secrets, Silverwood Theme Park is fantastically entertaining for families at a reasonable price. Located in the tiny town of Athol, Idaho, north of Coeur … Read more

21 Fun Things to Do on the Northern Oregon Coast

Plan a trip to the northern Oregon coast using this as your guide. Learn about the places to see, stay, eat, and shop along the northern Oregon coast, from Tillamook to Astoria. As an Oregon resident for over forty years, I’ve visited many of these places multiple times. The northern Oregon coast is especially scenic, … Read more

Foreign Bathrooms: European Toilets vs. American

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Learn some valuable tips when navigating the intricacies of European toilets vs. American toilets while traveling. Paying a visit to Europe soon? For some American travelers, using bathrooms in foreign countries can be a troubling experience. There have even been books written about the subject, such as Toilets of the World. Finding a free, uncrowded … Read more

Glacier National Park Travel Tips: An Essential Guide

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Get essential Glacier National Park travel tips. Learn about the best time to visit Glacier National Park as well as Glacier National Park reservations, tours, food, lodging, and the best hikes. First time to Glacier National Park? You’re in the right place. After visiting numerous destinations, both foreign and domestic, the breathtaking scenery at Glacier … Read more

Fun Things to do in Redlands California

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Redlands, California has a lot to offer visitors. Learn about what to do in Redlands, where to eat, and where to stay in this interesting Southern California destination. I’ve now visited this charming location multiple times and have quite a long list of favorite things to do in Redlands. Add Redlands to your California travel … Read more

The Oregon Garden Resort: A Relaxing Destination

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Satisfy your curiosity about the Oregon Garden Resort. Learn about the amenities, gardens, entertainment, food, and accommodations at this beautiful destination. As a resident of Oregon for over 40 years, I was pleasantly surprised to find this gem of a location just outside of the quaint town of Silverton. Read on for the best tips … Read more

30 Best Things to do in Wichita Falls Texas

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Get essential tips about places to see, fun things to do, where to eat, and places to stay in this ultimate guide to visiting Wichita Falls, Texas. We learned a lot about Wichita Falls when our son was stationed at nearby Sheppard Air Force Base. Not to be confused with Wichita, Kansas, Wichita Falls, Texas … Read more

Spectacular Sights of Salzburg and the Sound of Music

Spectacular Sights of Salzburg and the Sound of Music will inspire you to put this travel destination on your bucket list. A visit to Salzburg would not be complete without a trip to the fortress, a visit to Mirabell Gardens, or a tour through the Mozart Museum. Full of spectacular scenery, this wonderful city is a must-see. #travel #salzburg #salzburgaustria #thingstodoinsalzburg #soundofmusic #oldtownsalzburg #salzburgaustriascenery #whattodoinsalzburgaustria

As part of their 50th wedding anniversary celebration, my parents decided to revisit some of their favorite sights in Europe. I was able to join them on this adventure. It was an unforgettable trip, filled with spectacular sights. It also involved driving a massive rental Vauxhall station wagon along the extremely narrow roads of the … Read more

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