A Walk through the Mayan Ruins at Chichen Itza

A Walk through the Mayan Ruins at Chichen Itza

Chichen Itza, identified as one of the new seven wonders of the world, will continue to receive attention as the Mayan Calendar closes in on a new Baktun. Translated by many scholars to a December 21, 2012 date, the day represents a new era of time or as some believe the end of time. Whichever […]

Sunset Sunday – The Road Back to (for) New York

Sunset Sunday – The Road Back to (for) New York

Yesterday I drove back to New York. My return from Pennsylvania, via Interstate 80 through New Jersey, took just less than three hours but I know the “real” road back for New York City will take longer. Much longer. I planned for a different Sunday today. As you might know, today was marathon Sunday in […]

Sunset Sunday – Visions in the Paseo Art Gallery Images

Sunset Sunday – Visions in the Paseo Art Gallery Images

If not for the friendly nature of  Oklahoma, I never would have found myself in the Paseo Art district. But my new friend Krisitn (pictured in the five photos of Oklahoma City) took me to a few galleries in the art district. In one gallery, the Visions in the Paseo Art Gallery, I noticed a […]

the Five – Photos of Oklahoma City

the Five – Photos of Oklahoma City

Recently, I had the opportunity to spend twenty-four hours in Oklahoma City. I wasn’t sure what to expect since it was my first time to Oklahoma, but I found friendly folks and a vibrant culture. Here is a look at my time in five photos. Paseo Art District Reading the local papers over lunch I […]

Sunset Sunday – the Lighthouse View at Lake Hefner in Oklahoma City

Sunset Sunday – the Lighthouse View at Lake Hefner in Oklahoma City

My plane landed in serious rain. The Oklahoma City forecast showed no relief until the next day, a day too late. To be honest, I never thought I’d see a sunset in Oklahoma City, but thankfully the rain clouds departed early and I had my opportunity. My contact at the Oklahoma Tourism Board recommended Lake Hefner. […]

Sunset Sunday – Bandelier National Monument, New Mexico

Sunset Sunday – Bandelier National Monument, New Mexico

With so many sunsets from Mexico, I always wanted to add one from New Mexico to the series. And who better than a native New Yorker and Sante Fe, New Mexico resident – Billie Frank. Not only did she provide something special, but she knew I have a soft spot for astronomy. Learn about her spectacular […]

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

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

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 […]

10 Travel Tips on How to Travel Local

10 Travel Tips on How to Travel Local

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 […]