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Postcard-The Union Jack Umbrella Still Reigns in London

Postcard-The Union Jack Umbrella Still Reigns in London

Met with much rain on my recent trip through London (no surprise) I snapped an image of an iconic Union Jack designed umbrella along the south bank of the Thames River. Little did I realize at the time, the Union Flag or Union Jack itself might not fly over London, the capital city, forever. I […]

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Taking a Look at Charlton, London in 5 Photos

Taking a Look at Charlton, London in 5 Photos

I completed a first official house sitting in London, well in Charlton, a neighborhood of greater London in the Royal Borough of Greenwich. London or not, center city was accessible. Yet, during my entire week there I only traveled to center city once. I decided to enjoy daily life in a “new” (for me) neighborhood. […]

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the Five Things to See and Do in Harrisburg, PA

the Five Things to See and Do in Harrisburg, PA

I traveled to Harrisburg. Wait, where? Harrisburg, the Pennsylvania state capital city, Harrisburg? Why? Yes, that Harrisburg and I took the trip to take a look at a city and its culture. I loved seeing the different styles of the homes in Harrisburg, and I wanted to learn who lived here, and what about the city […]

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Lake Wallenpaupack’s Wally Lake Fest and its Boat Parade

Lake Wallenpaupack’s Wally Lake Fest and its Boat Parade

Wally Lake Fest, the three day weekend festival held on Lake Wallenpaupack is just days away. This August 22-24 the lake region of Pennsylvania’s Pocono Mountains will be crowded as visitors and locals plan to celebrate one of the last weekends of summer on the water. Last year was my first experience at Wally Lake […]

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Time to Road Trip Spain Again

This October I am returning to Spain. On my more recent adventures to the country, I have used the efficient train system to transport me around the countryside, especially with my travels south to Andalucía. But during my first adventure, over a decade ago, I decided to rent a car in Spain; I decided to […]

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Walking Along the Niagara Falls

Walking Along the Niagara Falls

One of the most remarkable aspects to Niagara Falls remains its accessibility. To simply walk along side the Niagara River and view the majestic waterfalls.  And view it for free. There is no long hike and it’s not in an exotic land (not for us Americans, although I do recommend crossing into Canada) either. It […]

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Xoximilco-A Different Night Out in Cancun, Mexico

Xoximilco-A Different Night Out in Cancun, Mexico

Cancun, noted for its spring break fiesta feel and famed nightlife now has another option for those seeking a great evening out on the town.  A night inclusive of dinner, dancing and drinking coupled with the opportunity to learn about the culture and history of Mexico. Yes, a night at Xoximilco, a theme park in […]

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A Dream World Cup Escape in Cancun, Mexico

Not heading all the way to Brazil to watch the World Cup Matches, but still want to escape? Perhaps you have just a few days to take off from work and want to experience the World Cup fiesta feel, but are afraid you might miss key matches if you travel. Well how about a caipirinha […]

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