The Opinionated Travelogue of a Photo Maniac
The holidays come and go each year giving me that eerie sensation of déjà vu. As the days get shorter and the nights get colder, I find myself anticipating all the best things about Christmas and the many wonderful traditions that surround it. It’s that time of year when the wold seems entirely magical. Every other …
What I Like (and Don’t Like) about Christmas – The Good and the Bad About the SeasonRead More
Meet the latest bloggers on my series “Travel Bloggers’ Interviews” – Agness and Cez – two travel and fitness enthusiasts from Poland. Tell us a little about yourself: Who are you? Where are you from? We’re Agness and Cez, a couple of travelers and best friends who just happen to like sharing our experiences on Etramping blog …
Southern California is one of the best places to visit during the winter months. With daytime temperatures in the upper 70s, winter will be the last thing on your mind at this time of year. But even though it’s not cold outside, L.A. surely dresses up for the Holidays and puts on a real show in December. …
Taking a trip to Europe for the first time can be somewhat intimidating. Especially if you are a solo traveler or a busy professional with little time for travel arrangements. Reading books and travel blogs about your destination is important because they will give you a better sense about your destination. An informed traveler is …
Introducing Trova Trip – A Curated Group Travel For Young ProfessionalsRead More
If you like red cliffs, blue skies and a little challenge, there is no better way to experience it all than hiking the Brins Mesa – Soldier’s Pass Trail Loop. This is one of the most popular hikes in Sedona, Arizona. The Brins Mesa and Soldiers Pass trails form a 5.2 mile loop through stunning red rock …
How to Hike the Brins Mesa – Soldier’s Pass Trail Loop in Sedona, ArizonaRead More
Most travelers expect to encounter cultural differences when they first travel to another continent. And yet, when confronted with these differences, they are always caught off guard. I had my own culture shock as a European immigrant in America! If this is your first trip to Europe and you want to know what to expect, …
Travel Tips For Europe (Don’t Get Caught by Surprise)Read More
The Shocking Truth About Tipping in America Tipping is one of the many things that usually shock first-time visitors to America. Back in Europe where I grew up, tipping was a reward for good service. It also was optional, not mandatory! Besides, it was never greater than 5%–10% in restaurants, or just some small change …
To Tip or Not to Tip – a Rant About Tipping in AmericaRead More
We all know how beautiful the fall foliage can be! This brief moment when the green summer foliage turns into a vivid autumn palette of reds, yellows, and oranges, can be truly amazing. There are only a handful of places in the United States where you can enjoy a beautiful fall foliage, and Southern Oregon is …
Where to See Spectacular Fall Colors in Southern OregonRead More
