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
UNESCO WHS
Exploring Northern Spain: The Painted Caves of Cantabria
Cave paintings - they are history, art and exploration all rolled into one sweet package. How could we come to northern Spain and not check out some of their painted caves? First up, the star of northern Spain’s painted caves - Altamira. Disclosure: This post contains Affiliate … [Read more...] about Exploring Northern Spain: The Painted Caves of Cantabria
Exploring the Past at Mount Robson Provincial Park
From a teen working on a youth crew to an adult hiking to explore the past, join me as I wander through Mount Robson Provincial Park in beautiful British Columbia. Disclosure: This post contains Affiliate Links. Remembering a Mount Robson Summer Many years ago - who's … [Read more...] about Exploring the Past at Mount Robson Provincial Park
Ireland’s Skellig Michael: A Storied Past
Somewhere between the 6th and 8th centuries, a group of monks sought an isolated locale to practice their religion. They found Skellig Michael. Disclosure: This post contains Affiliate Links. Skellig come from Sceillic, which means steep rock. Over the next 500 years these … [Read more...] about Ireland’s Skellig Michael: A Storied Past
Ireland’s Brú na Bóinne
Brú na Bóinne is an Irish treasure. The name means the palace or the mansion of the Boyne, but in reality today it is a prehistoric site that you won't want to miss! Disclosure: This post contains Affiliate Links. What's in a Name? Brú na Bóinne is the Gaelic name given to an … [Read more...] about Ireland’s Brú na Bóinne