Feb 10, 2012

There is a lot to enjoy in the Lake Charles, Louisiana area: history, nature, and adventure but for those who are interested in a great food destination nothing rivals Southwest Louisiana known for Cajun and Creole specialties. The Cajuns descended from the Nova Scotia French who settled along the waterways and bayous. Creoles are of French and European lineage

Mar 2, 2011

Traverse City! Where, you say? Well, you’re probably saying “where,” but there is one thing I can tell you for sure, once you have visited Traverse City you won’t forget exactly where it is in Northern Michigan. In fact, it’s a jewel of a secret destination. After all, there are some amazing spas, lots of wines (think Madonna’s father’s winery)

Nov 8, 2010

“Grandma, this is sweet!” exclaimed 9-year old Jenna upon entering our 70’ Forever Houseboat. It set the tone as three generations of the Scott family from three states set sail into the new year. Jenna and her 7-year-old brother, JJ, checked out the four bedrooms and entered into a debate over whom was going to sleep in which bedroom at which point I,

Jul 29, 2010

It was my first time ever climbing a rock wall. And I would be lying if I told you I wasn’t terrified. But it was my last day at Miraval Resort and Spa in Tucson, Arizona and I had already conquered several activities, challenging both mentally and physically. So, I figured, what the heck? I had a private session with Matt Walker, author of Adventure in

Jul 12, 2010

A fish boil is a must-do when in Door County, Wisconsin. It is good eating prepared with flair and fire. Many people from Norway, Iceland, and Sweden settled in Door County making their living off the plentiful fish in Lake Michigan and it is these groups that brought the fish boil concept to Door County. Basically fish boils have been a Door County happening

Moab, UT, May 6, 2010 – Moab Adventure Center creates diverse opportunities to explore a red rock playground that borders both Arches and Canyonlands National Parks. Now for the first time this spring, visitors can soar above it all in a hot air balloon. Hour-long balloon flights that begin at sunrise with set-up and launch give passengers a