At this point in my life I feel spoiled. Abbey Road, the street crossing shown on one of the most famous Beatles albums, is a lifelong dream destination for many. For me, its an inconvenient tourist site I only visited to satisfy a visiting friend's desire to see it. Many people would kill to walk this crossing. What's my verdict on … [Read more...] about Visiting Abbey Road
The "Car Parade" in Medellin
I don't really like cars. I do not own one and have driven only a handful of times in the past 5 years. So when I found myself at the "Antique Car Show" in Medellin during their famous flower festival it might seem odd. During my first visit to Medellin in August, 2007, my new Colombian friends brought me to the show so I knew what to expect. The show is hilarious! So with my … [Read more...] about The "Car Parade" in Medellin
More Than a Mouse: Los Angeles’s Varied Theme Parks
Everyone loves visiting Disneyland; it’s an iconic amusement park. However,if you’re traveling to Los Angeles, especially as a family, there are many more theme park options for you to enjoy. Why not frame your holiday upon visiting several of the area’s fun, quality parks? To have the most time in the parks, rather than enjoying traffic on Los Angeles’s famous highways, it’s … [Read more...] about More Than a Mouse: Los Angeles’s Varied Theme Parks
Beach Goal for the Year: Riviera Maya
So I've already started planning the next destination of the year and I just can't wait for summer to come in so I can sprawl out under the sun in my next travel goal: the Riviera Maya . I'm sure I'm not alone. Many of you guys have already started getting ready for your next travel destination, I'm sure. If you haven't yet, I will let you in on a … [Read more...] about Beach Goal for the Year: Riviera Maya
Cartagena: Sunburn, Forts, Beaches…Don't Go!
This is probably my favorite photo I have taken. My Dad and I were taking a boat ride to Playa Blanca, one of those beaches you see on the posters that say "Paradise", when i snapped this photo of a fishermen in the middle of the ocean. The past week, june 10 to june 17, my dad flew to Cartagena to visit. This was my second time here and hopefully … [Read more...] about Cartagena: Sunburn, Forts, Beaches…Don't Go!