by Mary Charleson | Apr 24, 2025 | USA
Capital Reef National Park might seem an odd name for a park without a body of water or proximity to an ocean reef. Plus it’s a long way away from any landmark or city resembling a capital. But once you’ve visited the park and understand its unique geological...
by Mary Charleson | Apr 17, 2025 | USA
Although Needles Canyonlands is in the same Canyonlands National Park as the Island in the Sky, these two regions are geographically and visually distinct. Like two different parks really. And that’s the way you should treat them when planning your time. They...
by Mary Charleson | Jan 31, 2025 | USA
Updated Jan 15, 2026. A Mother-daughter weekend in New York City is both magical and memorable. There’s something special about witnessing the mature, thoughtful and insightful human your adult daughter has become. Staging the story line for that realization in New...
by Mary Charleson | Sep 1, 2024 | USA
US National Parks are special places preserved for all – both Americans and international visitors. In these parks we discover America’s story, and see landmark areas preserved as national treasures. The United States has a total of 63 national parks, designated for...
by Mary Charleson | Jul 24, 2024 | Canada, USA
We’re in Lillooet for a Mom and daughter road trip, driving a Roadsurfer Sprinter RV, our home on four wheels for a girl’s glamping weekend. The accommodation upgrade is a far cry from tent camping on a yoga mat in the Dolomites, one of the last times we camped...
by Mary Charleson | Jun 7, 2024 | USA
There are many things to do in Florida Keys. This posts highlights activities and tours easily covered during a 4-5 day stay. Plus, we also recommend several affordable accommodations in the Keys (inexpensive is hard to come by), and dining recommendations within easy...
