The Opinionated Travelogue of a Photo Maniac
Did you ever want to hike the spectacular Kalalau Trail in Kauai but feared that you didn’t have enough stamina to attempt the treacherous Na’pali Coast? The good news is that hiking the Kalalau Trail doesn’t necessarily mean doing a multi-day trek, all the way to the Kalalau Beach. Most people only do the first segment of …
Kalalau Trail, Kauai – Hiking to the Hanakapiai Beach and BackRead More
Whether you are on Maui for your honeymoon, wedding anniversary or a romantic vacation you’ll find plenty of romantic things to do on this island as a couple. Maui is one of the most beautiful places in the world. And that’s not just my opinion. Maui No Ka Oi (Maui is the best), as the locals …
America’s history is a fascinated subject. And if you truly want to learn about it, I can’t think of a better place to start than Yorktown Battlefield, the place where America won its independence. Yorktown Battlefield is part of the Historic Triangle of Virginia, which also includes Colonial Williamsburg and Jamestown. Each of these sites …
Visiting Yorktown Battlefield – a Glimpse into America’s Revolutionary WarRead More
Visiting Jamestown Settlement is as much of an adventure today as it was 400 years ago, when the European settlers established here the first permanent British colony in North America. Together with Historic Jamestowne, Jamestown Settlement is a living history museum that tells about the lives of the first colonists, as well as the Indigenous …
All You Should Know Before Visiting Jamestown Settlement, VirginiaRead More
Imagine yourself in a time when soldiers were marching in the dusty streets at the sound of drums. A time when wigs, corsets and crinolines were in style. It may sound like a long gone era, but not so. You can still see all these and much more when you visit Colonial Williamsburg.
How to Visit Colonial Williamsburg – Know Before You GoRead More
Napa Valley is one of my favorite destinations in California. That’s partly because our son attended college in that area and I have many sweet memories about those years. But the main reason I love Napa Valley is because because of its fabulous wine tasting places. Napa is one of the top wine regions in …
Were you ever invited at the Prussian King’s court? Well, we have. It happened while we were in Germany, visiting Berlin. Our visit at Schloss Charlottenburg, the summer residence of the Prussian kings, started with a tour of the Palace. It was one of our best day trips from Berlin. And then, we were invited …
Schloss Charlottenburg – A Night at the King’s PalaceRead More
Haleakala (House of the Sun) is Maui’s most spectacular mountain, tied to many Hawaiian legends. One of the most sought after after activities on Maui Island is watching the sunrise atop the Haleakala crater. But is it really worth driving up the mountain in the dark just to catch a glimpse of the rising sun? We …
Sunrise at Haleakala – What to Expect Atop Maui’s Highest PeakRead More
Hidden in the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains, just a few miles away from Downtown Los Angeles, lies one of the best kept secrets in L.A.: the Huntington Library & Gardens. Spread over 130 acres, this marvelous arboretum features 16 stunning theme gardens, a library, an art museum, a tea house and two cafés. …
How to Spend a Free Day at the Pasadena Huntington GardensRead More
