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An afternoon trek in the Atlas Mountains at Toubkal National Park
Most people associate Morocco with colorful souks, sand dunes, camel rides through the desert and drinking sugary mint tea. While the latter turned out to be a new addiction for me, one of the best activities during our trip to Marrakesh was an afternoon trek in the Atlas Mountains at Read More …
Day trip to Sintra & Itinerary to visit the Portuguese Riviera
While we were in Portugal we went on a day trip to Sintra, here is our itinerary to visit this resort town in the foothills of Mountains and a couple of coastal town in the Portuguese Riviera. We left Lisbon early morning and drove along the scenic Atlantic coast dubbed Read More …
Kasbah Tamadot: A magical retreat in the base of the Atlas Mountains
To be honest, we planned our trip to Morocco around the availability at Kasbah Tamadot. One of our Kenya Safari trip photos had won us a stay at Sir Richard Branson’s Kasbah Tamadot! How could we miss out on an invite to stay at a fabulous property which is considered one Read More …
Best things to do during Christmas in Dallas Fort Worth
While we don’t do the typical commercial Christmas gift exchange, I love the holidays and traditions that come around it. We love finding all the fun and festive things to do during Christmas in Dallas Fort Worth. Usually the day after Thanksgiving, we decorate our Christmas tree listening to holiday Read More …
A Family Photoshoot with Flytographer: A Review
Even though we carry many lenses and take countless photos when we go on our trips, I’m never good about taking Family Photos or sending out Holiday cards every year. So during one of our trips to Italy, we made it a point to budget some time and travel dollars Read More …
Travel Essentials that make the best gifts for travelers
Christmas holidays mean a winter getaway for us and we don’t do big holiday gifts or massive decorations around the house. We most likely end up somewhere warm like a beach destination in December and it is always fun to see Santa come in a boat or a jet-ski. I Read More …
A farm-fresh wine country meal at Bouchon in Santa Barbara, California
We had dinner at the “original Santa Barbara Wine Country” restaurant, Bouchon when we were in Santa Barbara this summer. It was one of the best evenings and meals we had during our time there. Bouchon is the best restaurant in Santa Barbara, California IMHO! The food was delicious, the Read More …
Following in the Footsteps of Thor: A Guide to Exploring Iceland’s Norse Heritage
Iceland is a sprawling, sparsely inhabited country of incredible beauty, with so much to offer a tourist looking for an alternative holiday. If sunny beaches and sangria have left you feeling bored, then a trip to Iceland could be just the tonic you need. It boasts wonderful dormant volcanoes, a Read More …
Best Restaurants in Dallas for a Date Night or Special Celebrations
Look no further than these restaurants in Dallas for date night and special celebrations. Some of these fancy Dallas Restaurants have hosted guests like Margaret Thatcher, heads of states, presidents, pop icons like Usher and Sir Elton John. Book a table at one of these iconic Dallas restaurants for that Read More …
Mozart, Monsters and Magic, an evening at the Dallas Opera
We recently had the luxury of being able to escape into the fantasy world of the Opera right in the city. We went to see The Magic Flute at the Dallas Opera located in the beautiful Margot and Bill Winspear Opera House in the Dallas Arts District. We have been Read More …
What to do in Whitefish Montana and Why you will love their Secret Season
Whitefish is a gateway town to adventures and epic road trips in Montana which is home to majestic mountains, big open skies, glacier-carved valleys and crystal clear lakes. Recently I had the opportunity to spend a few days and here is the scoop all the amazing things to do in Read More …
Cafe Kandahar: Where to eat in Whitefish, Montana
When we were in Whitefish Montana we stayed for a few days at the mountain lodge, Kandahar. Located just a few miles from the town of Whitefish, the lodge is perfect for summer adventures in Glacier National Park and winter fun at Whitefish Mountain Resort. But regardless of the season, Read More …