When we think of national park adventures in Colorado a sandy desert environment may not be what comes to mind. However, Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve’s dune field covers more than 30 square miles with the tallest sand … Continued
For many people only Mount Rushmore comes to mind when thinking of what to see or do in South Dakota. But, there is so much more than just the colossal sculptures cut into mountain faces. Two national parks as well … Continued
One of the most iconic American art pieces celebrates four iconic figures from American history. Mount Rushmore’s presidential faces look over South Dakota’s majestic Black Hills. Meanwhile, another nearby mountain reveals the face of another historical figure, a native of … Continued
As I mentioned in my post about Theodore Roosevelt National Park, President Roosevelt was the first president to use the Antiquities Act to preserve public lands. He used that power declaring Devils Tower National Monument the first national monument. And, … Continued
Theodore Roosevelt National Park in North Dakota preserves the iconic American prairie this U.S. president once called home. Bison roam free. Prairie dogs chirp and bark. I had the chance to visit last summer. I only wish we had more … Continued
The mountains just north of Lisbon abound with the fantastical architectural gems of Sintra. We took a day trip experience them. There were two main places I wanted to see, Pena Palace and La Quinta da Regaliera, but we got … Continued
I really wanted to see wildlife while in Mongolia. I finally got to see some at Hustai National Park. Thanks to my friends at New Milestone Tours I got to see some spectacular wildlife. One encounter made up for the … Continued
One Week in the Gobi Desert One does not have a truly Mongolian experience without getting out of the city. Thankfully, I had several opportunities to enjoy the beautiful, natural countryside of the steppe. In addition to a few day … Continued
Much of the wild land in and around Cape Town, South Africa, is part of Table Mountain National Park. This includes the stretch of nature down to the tips of land known as the Cape of Good Hope and Cape … Continued
Cape Town is a beautiful city! It is where the South Africans go for vacation, and was a joy to explore. As my final stop in South Africa, it was an exclamation point! My hotel was in Green Point, so … Continued