17-Mile Drive – Lone Cypress I grew up in Monterey County. When friends and family visited us, we often took our guests to the beautiful Monterey Peninsula. Many of these trips explored 17-Mile Drive, an area of mansions, golf courses, and coastline between Pacific Grove and
Last Updated on March 20, 2025 I’ve been a professional travel blogger for 17 years — today I’m going to share my secrets on how to become a successful travel blogger. When I first started this blog in 2008, never in a million years could I imagine
43 One of the most spectacular hikes in Chile is the Mirador Las Torres (‘viewpoint of the towers’), and it can be done as either a 1 day hike or as part of the longer W trek, which takes 4 to 5 days. If you’re visiting
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Hear about travel to Genoa and Liguria in Italy as the Amateur Traveler talks to Enrica, Ligurian food expert from ASmallKitcheninGenoa.com about her home region in Italy. Why should you travel to Liguria? Enrica says, “Liguria is a wonderful region, not just because this is my
Last Updated on March 5, 2025 From Mykonos to Santorini, the Greek Islands not only promise dreamy beaches, but also whitewashed villages, hidden coves, and seafood tavernas. Here are the best Greek islands worth visiting in 2025. Did you know that Greece has around 6,000 islands
35 The Huemul glacier is a nice little hike near the town of El Chalten, in the Patagonia region of Argentina. I did this hike recently and really enjoyed it! It’s short, easy, and relatively inexpensive, and you get to see some nice mountains, a glacier,
Discover top farm tours in Wisconsin across the state’s picturesque countryside. One of the reasons I always travel Wisconsin is its natural beauty. This state has everything nature lovers could ever dream of, from lakes to forests, rolling hills, and vibrant foliage. However, beyond its stunning
Approaching Petersburg on the Alaskan Marine Ferry When you get invited to a wedding in Alaska, you have to say yes. At least, that’s what my husband and I thought when we were asked to attend the August wedding of a young woman from our Portsmouth,
Last Updated on March 12, 2025 Sailing in Turkey offers an appealing blend of ancient history, turquoise waters, and secluded coves. Here’s my guide to help you plan a sailing adventure. Turkey doesn’t usually come to mind when it comes to sailing adventures. Most people go
