Off The Grid

Off the Grid in the Pacific Northwest

Soaking up the Last of a Pacific Northwest Summer

Call of the Wild: Sitka, Alaska

I was 10 years old when I read Jack London’s, Call of the Wild. With the turning of each page, I was transported from my childhood home...

Southern Fall Charm: Our Journey from Atlanta to Clayton, GA, and Highlands, NC

From mid-October to early November, the South is painted with vibrant fall colors. The Blue Ridge Mountains, particularly at higher...

Bucket List: Albuquerque International Balloon Festival

The Land of Enchantment, as New Mexico is fondly referred to, is famous for many things, but perhaps none more awe-inspiring than the...

Autumn in Aspen

Want to experience autumn in the mountains, but don’t think you have time? This route from Denver to Aspen will give you a taste of the...

Autumn on the Coast: A Quick New England Getaway

Have you ever dreamt of driving through New England just to catch a glimpse of those mesmerizing fall leaves? I know I have! But like so...

Whispers from Room 24: A Spirited Night at the Historic Concord Colonial Inn

The bartender leaned in, setting the bill on the bar, offering a casual, "take your time." As the last of our drinks were savored, the...

Golden Glory in the Land of Enchantment

I first visited Albuquerque over 25 years ago. I wasn’t well traveled at that time and when I thought of Albuquerque, my visions were of...

Rediscovering Balance: A Spontaneous September Escape in Colorado

In the midst of my hectic corporate life with its constant hustle and grind, the walls of my office left me with a profound craving for...

Exploring Autumn's Glory in the Wild West

For this particular trip, fly into Durango and spend a night in room 222, the Louis L’Amour suite at the historic Strater Hotel....

A Soulful Sojourn in South Dakota

South Dakota was never a priority on my travel wishlist. Sure, Mt. Rushmore is an engineering wonder, but did I really need to make the...

Solo in Iceland: Heartbreak, Hard Work, and a Honeymoon Suite

2016 marked a turning point in my life. The end of a seven-year relationship left an echoing void. The faces of a man and his children,...