North America

More critters from Yosemite/Sequoia area

More critters from Yosemite/Sequoia area

A previous post covered some of the larger animals in the Yosemite/Sequoia/King’s Canyon Natoall Parks areas.  There are also many varieties...

Lighthouses of Nova Scotia photolog

Pearl Harbor – bringing the US into the war

Pearl Harbor is a frequently visited attraction on Oahu. So much so, that if you are going during a busy...

What do you need for an Alaskan Cruise?

What do you need for an Alaskan Cruise?

If you are going on a cruise to Alaska, you need most of the things you need on a traditional...

Volcano biking

A very unusual activity you can do on Maui is seeing the sunrise from the top of a volcano (at...

Yellowstone waterfalls

Yellowstone, which is the first US National Park,  has dozens of waterfalls and cascades. They range from small (10-20 feet...

Ketchikan, Alaska – fun things to do

Ketchikan, Alaska – fun things to do

So you are going to Ketchikan, what should you do? There are many activities you can set up in terms...

Waterfall central (Oregon)

Multnomah Falls is a two-stage waterfall near Portland Oregon. It is beautiful rain or shine. Over 600 feet tall, yet...

Portland’s Gardens – Rose and Japanese

Portland has many beautiful gardens well worth visits. Two of my favorites are the Rose Garden and the Japanese Garden.

The Everglades: Airboat experience

The Everglades: Airboat experience An airboat through the Everglades is a fun experience all ages can enjoy, so long as...