Tips for travelers, based on our own experiences of over thirty years of travels.
Autumn in Arizona is one of the best times to enjoy be outdoors in the state, from the low and high deserts to the aspen-filled mountains, and everywhere in between. In the desert, temperatures drop and vegetation comes back to life, making it perfect for an outing. On the other hand, at higher elevations, where […]
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It might be easier to live a low waste lifestyle at home, at least once we get used to it, but a low waste road trip might require a little planning. Although, once you get used to it, it is not going to be difficult. It just requires a few extra steps before leaving, mainly
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Living in Phoenix, we are usually aware of the dangers of the Sonoran Desert. But no matter how aware of prepared we think we are, we can’t always avoid all the dangers. Scorpion encounters in Phoenix are so common, we have exterminators specifically dealing with them. I heard plenty of stories of scorpion infestations of
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Most of the world is trying to cope with extreme heat this summer. No matter where I look, I read and hear stories of extreme heat, especially in places that are not used to triple digit (in F) temperatures. For us, residents of Phoenix, Arizona, it’s “just another day in the desert”. We deal with
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Traveling I can be a challenge this summer for most of us, no matter where we go. Between frequent flight cancellations, road closure due to natural disasters, it is hard not to get discouraged when you plan a trip. But as long as you are flexible, you can still have a fabulous vacation time. As
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Everyone who visits Yosemite National Park in the summer of 2021 needs a reservation.
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If you ever visit caves, old buildings, or ancient Maya pyramids, chances are, you’ll have encounters with bats. I personally love them. But many people are terrified of them. Encounter in Yucatan The first time I visited Uxmal and climbed to the top of the Pyramid of the Magician (yes, I am old enough I
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While virtual travel can not replace the experience of walking through the ancient structures, surrounded by the jungle, listening to thousands of birds, watching iguanas sunbathe on the pyramids, it can transport me back to the land of the Maya.
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Years ago, I stood in the British Museum and walked through its exhibits. I explored its rooms with my family for a full day, and I still felt that I only scratched the surface, so I have plans to return. Now is definitely not a good time for that return visit. But that doesn’t mean
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I don’t always need to get on a plane or drive to travel the world. I can easily travel virtually through the books I read. And it is such an enjoyable way to travel! Books can transport me to faraway lands, past or present, real or imaginary. I can’t think of a better way to
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Sometimes we can’t leave home, no matter how much we love to travel. When we need to stay home for long stretches of time, books come to the rescue! They can transport us to places we can only dream about, to real or imaginary, present-day or ancient lands, they help us revisit places we know well or new
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