People often think of Van Gogh as the art they see in museums. Famous paintings like The Starry Night (1889) or The Bedroom (1888). Beyond Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience not only brings to life the paintings, but also Vincent. In a way, it humanizes the man behind the art leading to greater appreciation of…
A visit to Seattle wouldn’t be complete without a stop atop the iconic Space Needle. It’s similar to making your way to the top of the Empire State Building in New York City – long lines, elevator rides, and ultimately a great view of the city. The size of the buildings in Seattle allow you…
Local cuisine is a great way to immerse yourself in the culture of the place you’re visiting. For my family, learning to make French desserts in Paris was a fun and engaging way to learn from a local and enjoy delicious treats. We took a three hour French desserts class at Le Foodist during our…
I’ve often seen these interesting photos of a really long cave just outside of Zion National Park. It’s known as the Belly of the Dragon. To me, it looks more like the colon of a dragon, but a name like that may dissuade people from checking it out. If you’re visiting Zion National Park or…
When I visit Disneyland, I want to be there from open to close. It doesn’t always happen, especially when I had young kids with me who needed a mid-day nap. But even with a Good Neighbor Hotel near the Disneyland Resort, the more time you can spend in the park instead of walking back to…
As leaves in the mountains start to change colors with the cooling temperatures, thousands are looking to enjoy their beautiful colors. Last fall, my wife and I took a scenic drive up the ever-popular Alpine Loop Scenic Byway. We weren’t the only ones who had that great idea. But regardless of the number of cars…
It’s fun to watch animals running around, or even just lounging about. The Woodland Park Zoo in Seattle has a wide range of animals, all from different areas of the world. You’ll find penguins, tigers, giraffes, birds, warthogs, meerkats and more. There are also several shows to enjoy, where you can learn about the animals…
Dole Whips are all the rage. There’s something scrumptious about pineapple-flavored ice cream. And when you top it off with fresher than fresh pineapple tidbits, you’ll be wanting it again and again. The Dole Plantation in Hawaii has those fresh and delicious treats, but there are several other activities you can do beyond enjoying an…
Every Labor Day weekend, thousands flock to Fort Bridger State Historic Site and Museum for the Mountain Man Rendezvous. The town comes alive and takes a step back in time. People wear attire from the days of Jim Bridger and pioneers traveling the Oregon or Mormon Trails. We felt a little out of place in…
Southwest Oregon has a lot of beautiful landscapes. Crater Lake National Park is a very popular spot. The road between Crater Lake and Medford, Oregon, has several stops worth making – like the three majestic waterfalls near the town of Prospect. But there’s one spot you don’t want to miss. Natural Bridge is a two-mile…
