Colorado has many beautiful trails and the Rattlesnake Gulch Trail is one of them. Located near Boulder in Eldorado Canyon.
Mt. Sanitas Hike, Boulder, Colorado
July, 2020, we decided to take a road trip to Colorado to do some hiking and see my son and his girlfriend. Our first hike was Mt Sanitas near Boulder, Colorado. After a 10 hour car ride from Iowa, we arrived mid afternoon and were ready to stretch our legs and get started. Mt Sanitas…
The Iowa Great Mississippi River Road Trip
The Iowa Great Mississippi River Road is a nice area to take a road trip at! Lots of charming towns, scenic views, and places to hike.
Hiking Effigy Mounds, Iowa
Effigy Mounds in Iowa is a nice place for hiking. Set along the Misssissipi River, these Native American burial mounds are a unique place to visit.
A Hike at Pike’s Peak, Iowa
Pike’s Peak in Iowa is a state park is a great place for a hike. It sits on a bluff which overlooks the mighty Mississippi River near McGregor, Iowa. We stopped here during our short fourth of July road trip. Location About Pike’s Peak State Park Pike’s Peak in Iowa is a large 500 foot…
Hiking Mines of Spain, Dubuque, Iowa
Hiking the Mines of Spain in Iowa is a great spot to get away at and enjoy the beauty along the Mississippi River.
8 Day Greece Itinerary: Athens, Milos, Santorini
This 8 day Greece Itinerary takes you to Athens, Milos and Santorini. Great for a first time to Greece trip. You will experience the Greek culture, history and beauty.
Hike Scotts Bluff National Monument, Nebraska
Scotts Bluff National Monument in Nebraska is an out of the way place for hiking but I think it is worth the extra effort to seek it out. Driving I-80 through Nebraska can be a bit of a stretch and as often as I travel from Iowa to see my son in Colorado, I look…
Fun at Fort Myers Beach, Florida
Fort Myers Beach is a fun place to place to hang out for a few days. There are lots of things to do and this white sandy beach is beautiful.
Sanibel & Captiva Island, Florida
Sanibel & Captiva Island, Florida have great beaches with lots of shells and there’s a good chance you will see some dolphins!
Lovers Key Beach at Fort Myers Beach, Florida
Lovers Key Beach in Florida is a great spot near Fort Myers Beach. This 2.5 mile white sand beach is a perfect places to spend the day.
Ahhhh….. Asparagus!
Asparagus season is a great time to try out new asparagus recipes. There’s nothing like growing your own vegetables and serving them up for dinner!
Historic Fort Fisher, North Carolina
Fort Fisher in North Carolina is a historic port near Wilmington. It was a confederate stronghold during the civil war. Uniquely, it is an earthen fort.
Out and About in Downtown Raleigh.
Downtown Raleigh, North Carolina is a great place to spend the day. This historical downtown has a good variety of shops, restaurants, and places to see.