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Iceland: Top 10 Surprises
Several things surprised me about my first trip to Iceland! Here are a few to keep in mind if you plan a trip.
Stay in Iceland’s Converted Water Tower
A family turned an old water tower in Iceland into a three-story home. The results are unbelievable!
Explore Iceland’s Retreating Glaciers
Katla is a sub-glacier volcano in southern Iceland, which is overdue for an eruption. Over the course of history, Katla has erupted every 40 to 60 years. It’s now been more than 100 years since its last.
From the small southern city of Vik, you can take a tour of the retreating glacier, which covers the sleeping volcano.
Driving in Iceland: 10 Things to Know
Driving around Iceland was a pleasure, but here are 10 things I wish I’d known before renting my car.
Iceland’s Remote Cabins
Iceland’s “Ring Road” circles the country. The cabins you can rent in remote areas had me wondering: who runs them, where the food comes from, and more!
Reporter’s Notebook: Ukrainian Refugee Crisis
A collection of the video stories from our time with Arizona volunteers helping Ukrainian refugees.
Behind the Scenes: 10 Takeaways from Poland
I spent several days reporting on the Ukrainian refugees in Poland, and the volunteers from around the world who’ve gathered to help them.
Stay at this Historic French Mansion
Peek inside this 18th century building, turned into a series of full-floor flats you can rent in Caen, France.
The Keys to Monument Valley
Monument Valley, along the Arizona-Utah border, features some of the most iconic desert scenery in the United States.
Paris on a Budget: 10 Thrifty Tips
You don’t have to spend a fortune to experience the best of what Paris has to offer! These are tips I’ve gathered over the years, and the advice I give to family and friends who visit France.
Game of Thrones: Filmed in Spain
“Game of Thrones” shot much of Season Six in the ancient city of Girona, which is in the Catalonia region of Spain. It’s an easy day trip for anyone in the Barcelona area. This blog has Google Maps links to some of the more famous sites features in the TV show!
How to spend one day in Paris
Depending on your flight path, you may end up with a day-long layover in Paris! Here’s a guide to hitting all the must-see sites in just a few hours.
Stylish Silos: A Unique Airbnb experience!
This is one of the most unique Airbnb experiences I’ve had! A multi-generational farming family in Montana turned old grain silos into two-story contemporary homes near the entrance of Glacier National Park.
Changes at National Parks: What to Know Before You Go!
The pandemic drove millions of Americans outside to explore our national parks. To reduce congestion, and create a more enjoyable experience, we're seeing parks institute new reservation systems you should be prepared for.
Plan for Page… Despite the Drought
Lake Powell continues to drop to record low water levels, but Page, AZ, is much more than the lake.
You can accomplish a lot over the course of a couple days based in Page, which has been hit especially hard by the pandemic and also Mother Nature.
The backstory behind an ancient Hawaiian cliff jump
This ancient site on the southwestern coast of the Hawaiian Island of Lanai is home to a legendary cliff diving spot, which played a crucial role in society hundreds of years ago.
Maui’s Road to Hana: 10 things to know!
These are the things I wish I’d known before driving Maui’s Road to Hana.
Pollution in paradise, and the new efforts to clean it up
For tourists looking for more “purposeful travel,” Hawaii hotels offer a variety of environmentally-focused programs designed to educate visitors.
This sunset photo cost $118
Sunset hikes are a thing of the past at Camelback Mountain, and park rangers are serious about the fines for hikers who overstay their welcomes.
Can’t get a permit for “The Wave?” Here’s a similar spot!
Landing a permit in the lottery system for “The Wave” can be impossible. Wire Pass and Buckskin Gulch are a nearby alternative, which feature similarly stunning landscape… without the permit process.