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Fall Foliage – Glimmerglass State Park in New York’s Catskills

Fall Foliage – Glimmerglass State Park in New York’s Catskills

by on October 13, 2012 in Destination

Summer scheduling challenges pushed the family reunion to October. Perfect. Well perfect if you like brisk fall weather and the brilliant colors of fall. I enjoy both and left New York excited for the journey to Glimmerglass State Park in the Catskills of New York. Roughly four hours away from the big apple and just […]

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10 Travel Tips on How to Travel Local

10 Travel Tips on How to Travel Local

by on October 11, 2012 in Events

How often do you say, “I want to do what the locals do,” or “I want to eat where the locals eat,” when traveling? Pretty often I bet. And I am guessing one of your favorite travel experiences involves a local or authentic experience too.  Am I right? Well, did you stumble on the experience […]

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Driving The Roads of Scotland – An Adventure in Itself

Driving The Roads of Scotland – An Adventure in Itself

by on October 3, 2012 in Adventure Mindset, Destination

I don’t often drive; I don’t even own a car. But on certain trips renting a car is the right call even if it is driving on the left side of the road. Scotland was one of those trips. I decided to drive and hire a car in Glasgow since my time was short in the […]

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Sunset Sunday – A Tour Bus Stop in Santiago Tuxtla, Veracruz

Sunset Sunday – A Tour Bus Stop in Santiago Tuxtla, Veracruz

by on September 30, 2012 in Mexico Travel, Sunset Sunday

“Craig how much time do you need?” asked Jesus. “Two minutes, maybe three.” I responded.  And even though we were late for our evening reception in Catemaco, he could make that work. At first, I hoped to capture the sunset on the lake in Catemaco, but the sun would not wait for us like the […]

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the Five – Photos of Mazatlan

the Five – Photos of Mazatlan

by on September 26, 2012 in Destination, Mexico Travel, Photo

Photographs can tell a story. I pieced together these five photographs to highlight a recent trip south of the border to Mazatlan, Mexico. Golden Zone – Playa Camarones Known as a beach destination, Mazatlan also has surf. One morning I woke up early to head down to Playa Camarones to catch a few waves. Located […]

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Sunset Sunday – Chasing the Sunset in Glasgow, Scotland

Sunset Sunday – Chasing the Sunset in Glasgow, Scotland

by on September 23, 2012 in Sunset Sunday

Scotland is known for dramatic views and also rapid changing weather. One minute the sun can shine with a clear crisp blue sky, the next it could be raining yet again. So capturing a sunset in Glasgow would depend on the weather and it would prove to be a challenge. But I needed to “equalize.” […]

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9 New Things I Learned About Veracruz, Mexico

9 New Things I Learned About Veracruz, Mexico

by on September 10, 2012 in Destination, Mexico Travel

Veracruz. I traveled to the city with the name once before for a weekend when I called Mexico City home, but I knew little about the state along the gulf coast until this past week. And after returning from yet another amazing destination I just wanted to post nine things I learned about Veracruz. 1) […]

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Four Unique Stops on a Journey through Essential Spain

Four Unique Stops on a Journey through Essential Spain

by on September 7, 2012 in Destination

Andalusia (Andalucía) is Spain. It is essential Spain. I love Madrid and Barcelona too. And the town of San Sebastian would make a list of my favorite places in the world, but still Andalusia is Spain. It holds its essence, its history, its culture and its cuisine. Yes, it is essential España. Where is Andalusia? […]

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