Sedona, Arizona – it’s T-shirt shops, vortex power and pink jeeps tours. The town is crowded with a steady flow of tourists. Some are searching for a connection to the magical powers of this corner of the southwest. For others, commercialism is a driving force. The … [Read more...] about Part One: Sedona and Sinagua
Lovin’ Leeds History
It’s amazing what you find when you actively travel off the beaten path. We had enough of crowds after a weekend in Utah’s Zion National Park. We like people, but the lineup for the shuttle into the canyon was like something out of a popular theme park. Leeds is only 30 miles (50 … [Read more...] about Lovin’ Leeds History
Paddling the South Saskatchewan River: Old Bindloss Ferry to Estuary
We were searching for a little r’n’r – with a dash of history on the side. What we got was a close encounter of the rattler kind and storm of the sesquicentennial. Ma Nature went all out with a noisy and bright light show for Canada’s 150th before we launched two canoes and … [Read more...] about Paddling the South Saskatchewan River: Old Bindloss Ferry to Estuary
Machu Picchu’s Story in Stone
Sitting in the Vilcabamba mountain range of Peru, perched high above the Vilcanota River, is a sacred place. They call it Machu Picchu. Viewed from above, Machu Picchu looks like a great bird – like a condor – turning in full flight. Up close, it is a key to a past … [Read more...] about Machu Picchu’s Story in Stone
The Wild Side of Machu Picchu
Machu Picchu – architectural wonder, Inca monument, historic gem. All are fitting descriptions for this fortress carved of stone, but we're going to detour for a moment and take you along for a walk on Machu Picchu’s wild side. Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. … [Read more...] about The Wild Side of Machu Picchu