Towering at more than 5700 feet above sea level in Zion NP, this is one of the most iconic and notorious rock formations in the US. The trail to the top is daring and heart pumping challenge, pushing the limit of even the most seasoned hikers. Steep, narrow, with sheer drop offs on either side, this trail is not for the faint of heart or […]
Hiking to the Hollywood Sign!
When developers put up a larger-than-life advertisement for their new Los Angeles housing development in 1923, they had no idea it would become one of the most iconic landmarks of all time. Originally intended to last for just 18 months, this sign is fast approaching its 100th birthday. Welcome to Hollywood sign hiking. I took the brush canyon trail which is 7 miles round trip […]
Seven Magic Mountains – Las Vegas
Internationally renowned Swiss artist Ugo Rondinone’s Seven Magic Mountains is a large-scale site-specific public art installation located near Jean Dry Lake and Interstate 15, approximately ten miles south of Las Vegas, Nevada. Comprised of seven towers of colorful, stacked boulders standing more than thirty feet high, Seven Magic Mountains is situated within the Ivanpah Valley adjacent to Sheep Mountain and the McCullough, Bird Spring, and […]
Field of Lights at Sensorio, Paso Robles
A 15 acre walk-through artwork, Field of Light is a sculptural composition that covers Sensorio’s rolling hills with an array of over 58,800 stemmed spheres lit by fiber-optics, gently illuminating the landscape in subtle blooms of morphing color. Powered by solar, the stunning exhibition captivates visitors, inviting them to engage with the countryside through an ethereal light-based, sculptural experience. I got there early to watch the process […]
Things to do in Santa Cruz, CA
Santa Cruz is a beach town situated on the northern edge of Monterey Bay, about 75 miles south of San Francisco. It is known for its moderate climate, natural environment, coastline and redwood forests. In Santa Cruz County, the fun only begins at the beach. With over 14 state parks, wineries, museums, farmer’s markets and outdoor activities like hiking, stand up paddle boarding, surfing, canopy tours and mountain biking, there […]
Festival of Lights – Mission Inn & Spa
The Mission Inn Festival of Lights has been one of the main traditions during the winter season. It is an extravagant display of Christmas lights that combines with the famous and historic California hotel for a unique night out that is worth the drive to Riverside. The Mission Inn is a National Historic Landmark. The AAA Four Diamond Hotel features 238 guest rooms, including 27 spacious guest suites. The […]
Grand Canyon Skywalk
The Grand Canyon Skywalk is a horseshoe-shaped cantilever bridge with a glass walkway in Arizona near the Colorado River on the edge of a side canyon in the Grand Canyon West area of the main canyon. Grand Canyon Skywalk is just over 100 Miles from Las Vegas and it hardly takes 2 hours to drive. We started driving from Las Vegas at around 9 AM […]
Largest, Driest, Hottest and Lowest Death Valley National Park
Death Valley National Park is a national park in the United States – straddling the border of California and Nevada, located east of the Sierra Nevada. The park protects the northwest corner of the Mojave Desert and contains a diverse desert environment of salt-flats, sand dunes, badlands, valleys, canyons, and mountains. It is the largest national park in the lower 48 states and has been declared an International Biosphere Reserve. Approximately 91% of the park is a designated wilderness area. It is […]
Top 10 Attractions at Disneyland, California
There are 50+ attractions/rides at the Disneyland park. Making a top 10 list is not that difficult. These are my favorites from Best to worst (Not really worst ..) Pirates of Caribbean: It is a big extravaganza from beginning to end and it will surely please and entertain everyone. Indiana Jones: It immerses guests into the world of the popular movie series through the use […]
Rocky Mountain National Park – Colorado
Rocky Mountain National Park, established in 1915, is a living showcase of the grandeur of the Rocky Mountains. Located outside of Estes Park, Colorado, Rocky Mountain is a great family vacation destination, offering outdoor experiences for all, from easy nature hikes around crystal clear mountain lakes to high peaks (Fourteener – Peaks that are taller than 14,000 feet). It is home to 72 peaks higher […]