Beach Camping on the Carlsbad Bluffs
S’mores, charbroiled hamburgers on the campfire, the sound of ocean waves putting you to sleep, checking the surf from your pillow to see it’s worth getting up for a dawn patrol,… Read More »
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Summer Boating on the Colorado River
Summer mornings in the boat are always the best. The cool breeze hitting my face and the anticipation of slicing through the smooth water will stay in my memory for months.… Read More »
Kayak the Riverwalk – The Best Way to See Chicago! 8
It was hard to believe that we were kayaking on the Chicago River! There are so many things to do in Chicago – kayaking was something I knew my wife would love. Oh… Read More »
Best Things to Do in Chicago in One Day 3
Big Cities can be very daunting, especially if you’ve never been there before. Especially, if you only have ONE day to see it! With this guide you can be time-efficient… Read More »
The Space Shuttle Endeavour at the California Science Center
When I was 6 years old, I remember waking up hours before the roosters would start cackling to watch the Endeavour Space Shuttle land. We drove out to the Edwards Air Force Base, the alternate… Read More »
Reverse Culture Shock 8
I certainly thought that experiencing culture shock when returning to the US was enough! Not to mention REVERSE culture shock! To be truthful, reverse culture shock was more noticeable for both… Read More »
Lopez Lake – Beyond the Beaches of San Luis Obispo 2
Central California is filled with lots of fun activities. If you are like us, you think of beaches and sun filled days! Trust me, those Cali beaches are beautiful! But… Read More »
Culture Shock and What to Expect in Its 7 Stages 5
When we first thought about moving abroad, we knew there would be big changes, big decisions, and a healthy dose of culture shock. Wherever you are, there’s no escaping the highs… Read More »
Border Crossings and Fees 2
One of the most difficult things we encounter while traveling are border crossings and fees. They cause so much confusion and stress because the rules aren’t always clear and you’re at… Read More »