Exploring Oregon’s Rogue Valley Wine Region
by Pam Baker
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When visitors call the Rogue Valley wine region the “new Napa,” its proud winemakers say, “No, we’re Southern Oregon.” With a growing reputation for expressive wines, the Rogue Valley is producing a string of outstanding vintages and quietly attracting wine lovers. And with four wine trails, 53 tasting rooms, and 88 vineyards, there’s plenty to
Urban “Kamping” at San Diego’s KOA Resort
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Camping is a beloved pastime and a quintessential part of American culture. Since 1962, Kampgrounds of America (KOA) has been on a mission to preserve the joy of camping and to make it an experience that everyone can partake in. KOA summarizes, “We help people get outside because we know it changes them on the
All I Want for the Holidays… (What’s on your list?)
As we approach the end of 2020 — the year of coronavirus — all we really want for the holidays is for our lives to go back to normal (or that “new normal”), so we can safely be with our friends and family members, and can freely travel the world again. Thankfully, several vaccines are
The Tiny Pennsylvania Wine Trail You Need To Visit
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When you think of wine, you think of Pennsylvania, don’t you? Probably not. Neither did I when I embarked on a Wine Trail Staycation Road Trip in my own Pennsylvania county. What I learned changed my perspective and opened my mind up to a wonderful region full of delicious and affordable wines. I discovered the
Five Reasons to Visit California’s Paso Robles
by Mary Farah
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Looking to explore California’s Central Coast? Having lived in the area for much of my childhood, I thought I knew all there was to know about Paso Robles. A shining star in San Luis Obispo County, it is a pleasant surprise to discover how much the city has grown on a recent road trip. On
Why a Visit to Australia’s Famed Hunter Valley Should Be on Your Bucket List
by Pam Baker
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Most people picture kangaroos, the Sydney Opera House, the vast Outback, and the first fireworks of the new year over Sydney Harbor when they think of Australia. But the “Land Down Under” is also well-known for its wine, producing over one billion liters each year. Australia’s most famous wine regions include Barossa Valley, Margaret River,
Let Us Give Thanks
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It’s been a tough year. Who would have thought, even 10 months ago, that most of the world would be locked in the grips of a pandemic unlike anything we’ve experienced in our lifetimes? No matter where we live in the world, we are all walking through life so more slowly and carefully this year.
Let the New York Aquarium Transport You to a Different World
by Renate Strub
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These days, we cannot seem to avoid all the sad news: the Coronavirus rearing its ugly head worldwide; wildfires wrecking havoc on the West Coast; hurricanes inundating Gulf towns. We yearn to escape for a day. What can we do, or where can we go? I have the answer for you: visit the New York
Michigan Wine Country – A Guide to Exploring Its AVAs and Wine Trails
by Pam Baker
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If you’re searching for new wine country to visit, Michigan might just be the ticket. Less than two hours from Chicago, Michigan’s wine region offers five American Viticultural Areas (AVAs), six wine trails, and one sub-wine region just waiting to be explored. Michigan’s climate is perfect for varietals such as Riesling, Pinot Grigio, and Gewürztraminer
7 Albuquerque Facts from the ABQ Trolley Tour
by Mary Farah
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When exploring a new city, I always recommend hopping on a bus or trolley tour. Not only is this a great opportunity to get the lay of the land, but to discover more parts of the city. One that’s sure to have you feeling like a local is the Best of ABQ City Tour when