Alaska is a vast state, and deciding where to visit and what to do there can be challenging. Here are the Top 10 places to explore, including national parks, small coastal towns, and ideal wildlife viewing spots. Can't you hear the moose, bears, and eagles calling you?

Do you have a bucket list? Mine has helped me prioritize and take action to realize a ton of my dreams. A personal bucket list can do the same for you.

Here’s my take on the Who, What, When, Where, and Why of Personal Bucket Lists to get you started.

Despite its small size, Costa Rica hosts many ecosystems, including rainforests, cloud forests, dry forests, mangroves, and coastal marine. The southern Pacific coast region is less traveled. You’ll find expansive (and empty) beaches, pristine rainforests, wildlife-filled mangrove wetlands, and more. Pure Vida!

For our 40th anniversary, my husband and I decided to go on a resort vacation. We wouldn’t be tourists with a busy itinerary. For a change, we’d stay in one place and enjoy good food, a beach or pool, a lowkey yet welcoming environment, and each other. Here’s how and why we chose Puerto Rico for our resort destination.

Every third store in Bruges is a chocolatier with truffles, pralines, bars, and more piled high in windows—real works of art. And they taste as good as they look.

What goes into creating Keukenhof Gardens? A lot.

These gardens are stunning, but open to the public for just a brief time each year. Get some planning tips for spring 2025 or later.

Bruges is a UNESCO World Heritage site offering canals, medieval architecture, cobblestoned streets, museums, and more. Here are the top 10 sites, activities, and foods to enjoy on your first visit to the city’s historic center.

Portugal is a fascinating country that should be at the top of your travel bucket list. It has some of the same distinctions Italy boasts including unique cities, charming small towns surrounded by beautiful countryside, great food and wine, and more. And, it’s still a bit of a secret so over-tourism is not an issue…yet.

Ecotourism is focused on conservation, sustainability, community engagement, responsible travel practices, and ethical wildlife viewing. And it’s not just for hippies and backpackers. It’s for everyone—singles, couples, and families. Wealthy or budget-minded. You can stay in hostels or 5-star lodging. Hike every day or be pampered at a spa.

Why do so many people find the Boston accent fascinating? And, why does Hollywood seem to get it wrong soooo often? Here’s my version of ‘Bawstin Accent 101’. It doesn’t cover a ton of nuances or phrases that are too raw or impolite to use in a blog post but it will give you a few of the basics.

Jet lag is the bane of long-distance travelers. Here are 10 tips to do during your flight and on the first few days of your trip to lessen the impact.

Are you planning to stay in your current home and age in place? If your answer is ‘yes’, what can you do today to help make your home a place that supports your current and future needs?

For first-time cruisers, here are a few reasons why you might want to consider taking a cruise and some helpful tips for making you look and feel like an experienced cruiser.

I added stained glass art and design to my bucket list a few years ago. What’s the cost to get started, what tools will you need, and how easy/difficult is it to learn? Here’s what I’ve discovered.

From bustling cities to quaint villages, Portugal offers something for everyone. Relax while enjoying its rich history, stunning landscapes, and amazing food. With so many options, how do you pick where to go and what to see? Here are our top 10 must-see destinations.

How can you become more physically active, and stick with it, after years spent sitting at a desk or being a bit of a slug the bulk of your time? Here are a few steps this author took that worked for her. Hint: be a tortoise.

Traveling light when heading to Europe is essential. Those cobblestoned cities and villages are fun to experience, but not when you’re experiencing ‘baggage overload.’ Learn about the reality as well as the benefits of leaving some stuff at home when you pack light.

You can easily identify physical similarities between dogs and their owners, such as long and lean bodies, a shaggy appearance, or small stature. But have you noticed how similar the personality traits of a dog and its owner can be?

A college friend announced her retirement sparking a girls-only beach vacation to the Delaware shore. The area offers a lot including white sandy beaches, great restaurants and bars, and the opportunity for some good old-fashioned R&R.

Stone-top tables are all the rage. In 3 easy steps, you can create a custom-designed stone-top coffee table that fits your needs—size, stone preference, look and feel. Why buy a lower-quality table or one that is too small for your needs, for the same price?