TRAVEL HIGHLIGHTS
CHARLEVOIX COUNTY, MICHIGAN
Boyne City, Charlevoix, and East Jordan are three points of interest on three completely separate triangular points located on Lake Charlevoix in Charlevoix County, MI. This northwest lower peninsula Michigan county is a complete tourist destination offering many hidden gems!…
PETOSKEY STONES
The elusive Petoskey Stones of Northern Michigan...highly sought after, enjoyable to sift through on a shoreline while whiling away the evening sunset hours! Is there a better way to relaxingly listen to the water lapping on shore, skipping flat rocks,…
CONFLICTED EMPTY NEST DISTRESS
How many of you have experienced this phenomenon called "THE EMPTY NEST?" Do you feel a conflicted empty nest distress over the sudden quiet in your household as your children move on to the next steps of life? THE DREADED…
LEGEND of KITCH-ITI-KIPI near Manistique Michigan
KITCHI-ITI-KIPI is a natural, spring fed lake a few miles north of Manistique, Michigan, which is on the northern shore of Lake Michigan. It is the largest fresh water spring in Michigan. It is a dream come true for natural…
MICHIGAN UPPER PENINSULA CAMPING NEAR MUNISING
MICHIGAN UPPER PENINSULA CAMPING NEAR MUNISING is a dream come true for natural wonders of raw beauty. Unbelievable natural features such as cascading waterfalls, amazing sunsets over bodies of glistening water, and views that take your breath away in awe…
STINGRAY CITY CAYMAN ISLANDS
STINGRAY CITY CAYMAN ISLANDS calls visitors to explore and discover! Pristine Beaches, clear crystal blue waters beg to be explored. From it's amazing beaches to the people providing local flavor, one can immerse themselves in it's lure!
DISCOVER SAN JUAN, PUERTO RICO
Puerto Rico's charm calls visitors to explore and discover! Come explore Puerto Rico through our eyes! From it's amazing beaches to its local flavor, one can immerse themselves in it's lure!
KAUAI, HAWAII JEEP ADVENTURE
Planning a Hawaiian adventure of exploration? Your vehicle rental decision while on-island will impact your overall experience. It is essential on Kauai, Hawaii to rent a 4 wheel drive with high ground clearance if you are planning to traverse dirt,…
HAWAII SUNRISE and SUNSET
What is your favorite time of day to enjoy the travel of the sunshine on our horizon as the earth orbits the sun? A Sunrise? Or a Sunset? The beauty and awe inspiring tranquility that surrounds a body in this…
HAWAII TRAVEL PROTOCOL
Hawaii Travel protocol to reach Kauai are no joke! WOW! We just returned from this travel experience and thought to share our experience to just get there! Kauai holds such special memories for our family. We were so excited to…
5 HOLIDAY TRADITIONS
I have created 5 Holiday Traditions that we try to follow each year as a family! Christmas celebrations are the best! Family and friends gather to share much needed time together to bond. A feast is prepared for all to…
FASCINATING NORTHERN MICHIGAN BRIDGES
Bridges are fascinating! My home state of Michigan has several that inspire! Here are my picks for FASCINATING NORTHERN MICHIGAN BRIDGES. When I take a second look at many travel destinations in Northern Michigan, I realize that these bridges have…
EXPLORE EARL YOUNG’S MUSHROOM HOUSES IN CHARLEVOIX, MICHIGAN
Charlevoix, Michigan is known for many things! One of the unique features of this great resort town includes Earl Young's Mushroom houses. You might ask, what is a mushroom house? Imagine a whimsical architectural style that looks like something straight…
POST PANDEMIC HAWAII TRAVEL
Kauai, Hawaii holds such special memories for our family. We have experienced deeply inspirational, tranquil moments especially in the pre-dawn hours on amazing sunrise walks along the shoreline! God's awe inspiring beauty is wonderous here! We cannot wait to return…
MICHIGAN LIGHTHOUSE SERIES – HARBOR POINT’S LIGHTHOUSE
Are you interested in lighthouses on, or near, the Great Lakes? What about one on Little Traverse Bay on Lake Michigan located at the tip of Harbor Point in Harbor Springs? I am fascinated by these historic structures. Their stories…
MICHIGAN LIGHTHOUSE SERIES – HOLLAND’S BIG RED
Holland's Big Red, Michigan lighthouse is located on the Great Lakes! Are you interested in lighthouses on the Great Lakes? I am fascinated by these structures. Their stories helped shape water transportation and vessel safety through Michigan lighthouse history.Â
BWCA – CHEROKEE LAKE ADVENTURE : (Part 3 of 3)
The Boundary Waters Canoe Area - BWCA located within the Superior National Forest in Northern Minnesota provides a truly unique vast wilderness experience. It's huge expanse of lakes intertwined with random portages expedites an amazing opportunity like no other for…
BWCA – CHEROKEE LAKE ADVENTURE : (Part 2 of 3)
Each trip into the wilderness has different dynamics based on who is in your exploration group for that week. This trip was no different. It is always so much fun to see the shenanigans that coincide with each experience! This…
LIGHTHOUSE SERIES – MINNESOTA’S SPLIT ROCK LIGHTHOUSE
Minnesota's Split Rock Lighthouse has such rich history and fascinating details. On a recent Minnesota trip we discovered this magnificent place on the rocky cliffs 130 feet above Lake Superior.
BWCA – CHEROKEE LAKE ADVENTURE : (Part 1 of 3)
The Boundary Waters Canoe Area - BWCA located within the Superior National Forest in Northern Minnesota provides a truly unique vast wilderness experience. It's huge expanse of lakes intertwined with random portages expedites an amazing opportunity like no other for…
