Most people book their own travel these days, but there are times when it is advisable to use a travel agent. It is best to use a professional if: *it is a complicated trip/itinerary and you’re spending alot of money *if you are not familiar with the type of travel, such as luxury cruises or adventure travel *if you don’t… Read More

Looking for somewhere to go that is remote, exotic, and romantic? Here are a few exceptional ideas: Turtle Island (Fiji) is an exclusive private island. There are only a few luxurious villas (only fourteen couples on the island at any given time).  Each villa or “bure” (as the locals call these eco-friendly structures) has a private beach overlooking an incredible… Read More

Whether you’re using a smartphone or a camera, there are some things to keep in mind if you want to bring home the best travel photos. Shoot from different angles to get the best photo. You may think you have a decent photo until you move around and discover a better angle. Watch lighting. Dark photos and glare are the main reasons… Read More

  Grand Canyon (Arizona): 277 miles long with two rims, North and South, separated by eighteen miles at some points and walls that are one vertical mile. Rock layers date two billion years old. www.nps.gov/grca/index.htm Ozark National Forest (Arkansas): one million acre forest with six rivers, lakes, natural bridges, waterfalls, caverns, and the highest peak in Arkansas, Magazine Mountain. www.fs.usda.gov/osfnf… Read More