We get a ton of destination-specific questions from friends and contacts seeking insight on buzzy locales, hidden gems, and optimized itineraries. Most recently a housesitting host from Portishead, England asked if we had any recommendations for a Costa Rican adventure. Laura and her husband are planning a belated honeymoon and hope to explore the country’s … More Wild & Scenic – Costa Rica
May 25, 2016 – Trentino, Italy Yesterday was a banner day. There’s no getting around it. Even for a non-cyclist like me, it was special. Watching my husband fulfill a dream (actually more like a fantasy, not the sort of thing you ever actually expect to happen in real life,) was beyond words. Thus, this … More Giro d’Italia Dreams Come True
If you take flight with checked bags, chances are good at some point you will experience what we will call an “incident.” In an article from 2014, Wall Street Journal reported that each year 21.8 million bags, or 6.96 per 1,000 passengers go temporarily or permanently missing or are damaged through baggage handling. Those numbers are … More Tips for Reclaiming “Lost in Space” Baggage
Contrary to popular belief, when it comes to New York City, green space is not a mirage or confined to an East Village mural. Residents and frequent visitors alike know one of the “concrete jungle’s” biggest assets is actually, green space! The government agency in charge of managing parks claims there are over 1,700 parks … More 10 Leafy Respites in the Big Apple
An Epic Coast-to-Coast Run Provides Inspiration with Every Mile There’s no sugar coating it. Yesterday, my run sucked. I could blame it on the humidity in Tampa (where we are visiting family,) but the truth is some days the energy or motivation isn’t there. Mid-run, I found myself attempting to channel Ernie Andrus. Since hearing … More Running the Distance with Ernie Andrus
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