I can’t say enough words of adoration about the American Southwest. It’s one of the most breathtaking places on Earth, where the sky somehow manages to be bigger and the land brighter. Arizona contributes in a big way to the region’s allure. The canyons, arches, mountains, and land formations are, at times, out of this […]
How I Healed from My Sister’s Death through Traveling
The following is a guest post by Sarah Weaver. “We should order pizza.” We were in Montana on the side of I-90. Waiting for a tow truck. In the snow. “I don’t think they deliver pizza to the side of interstate,” I said. “We won’t know until we call,” my sister said. To my sister Melissa, […]
Land of the Purple Sand: Pfeiffer Beach, Big Sur, CA
Pfeiffer Beach in Big Sur, California is a hidden gem along the coastline. Between the place where the mountains frame the beauty of the beach and the shore meets the surf, you will find “purple” sand sprinkled beneath your toes. The purple sand deposits are the product of erosion from the manganese garnet that washes […]
The Best West Coast Road Trips
Recent times are forcing us to reevaluate the way we travel. Is it better near home? Could there be amazing adventures in our own backyards? While I’ve had time to think about how travel will look in the future, memories of the open road remind me of the power in a good road trip. Planning your next […]
Where to See the Northern Lights in Canada
In the eyes of the aurora hunter, few places can compete with Canada. It’s the second largest country in the world in terms of area, yet it’s one of the least densely populated with only four people per square kilometer. Combined with the country’s location in the auroral oval, Canada is the perfect (sun) storm. […]