Michigan’s Upper Peninsula is known for its small towns surrounded by wide swaths of thick forests that in the late summer are swallowed in heavy early morning fog coupled with winding dirt roads—you can literally count the number of cars you pass on one hand. While it may sound like the perfect setting for Stephen […]

The other day I was looking at some lists of the New 7 Wonders of the World and realized that Dave and I have been to them all. I then did some more digging to find out that we’ve also been to a lot of the 7 Natural Wonders of the World and we’ve even

For such a small country, Switzerland puts on a show for culinary adventurers. Beyond the soaring Swiss Alps, the stunning Lake Lugano, and picturesque villages, Swiss cuisine is a treat for the tastebuds. Common Swiss foods we all know and love include Swiss chocolate and cheese. But there is so much more to the country

St. Moritz is a playground for the rich and famous. Celebrities and royals flock to its luxury hotels and world-class ski hills in the winter for outdoor fun. St. Moritz, (aka Sankt Moritz in German or San Maurizio in Italian) was the birthplace of winter tourism, opening its doors in 1864. It has since hosted

Indian cuisine is lauded around the world for its complex flavors, diverse spices, and aroma. Traveling to India is a dream of many and much of the experience is trying local food from chicken tikka masala to homemade samosas. Traditional recipes have been handed down through the generations, which may explain why locals have got

Get a dose of the Italian lifestyle in the Ticino region of Switzerland. While it may not be as famous as Zermatt-Matterhorn, as cosmopolitan as Zurich or as rugged as rolling hills and jagged peaks of Jungfrajoch in the Bernese Oberland region, Ticino is an enchanting lake district bordering the Italian border. It is a

On the USA’s west coast, Portland, Oregon is the state’s largest city yet a haven for lovers of nature, quirky characters, charming neighborhoods, and small city life. Among the food trucks, craft beer, and historic buildings in downtown Portland, the locals thrive to keep Portland weird. In the city center are an abundance of green

Wondering what to expect when visiting Jungfraujoch, The Top of Europe? Home to the highest train station in Europe, the largest glacier in the Alps, and incredible mountain views, Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe is an excursion that is not to be missed. It is truly one of the most beautiful places in the Swiss

Grindelwald First is one of the most popular places to visit in the Jungfrau Region of Switzerland, and with good reason. If you only have a short time in Grindelwald, heading up to First (pronounced Feerst) is a fantastic way to experience all the adventures to be had in the Swiss Alps. This guide will

Full of pioneering history and flanked by the Canadian Rockies, the beautiful city of Calgary is the place for your next adventure. In Alberta, Calgary is more than just the location of an iconic stampede. Cut by the Bow River, it is a city of parks and recreation. Calgary is also a great launch point