If you’re looking for a quick escape from city life, I recommend East End Park in Kingwood, Texas. This 158-acre nature preserve is the perfect getaway for residents and visitors to get out and explore nature. The 3.5 miles of well maintained dirt, gravel, and boardwalk trails have beautiful water views of Lake Houston. This is […]
The Goonies Film Locations – A Self Guided Tour
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Growing up in the 80’s was a beautiful thing. The music, the video games, and most of all the movies! There were a number of films that I loved and on occasion still watch to this day. The Goonies was always at the top of that list. I can’t even tell you how many times […]
Shark Cage Diving in South Africa with Apex Shark Expeditions
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I have always had a fascination with sharks, in particular great whites. I few years back I had the opportunity to swim with grey reef sharks when I was in Roatan, Honduras. That was one of the coolest experiences I’ve had. Another dream of mine is getting to see the great white shark up close […]
Celebrity Cruise to Antarctica
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Antarctica is one of the hardest destinations to reach. This is true for a number of reasons. Not only is it one of the most remote locations in the world, but the journey also carries a hefty price tag. Antarctica was at the top of my bucket list for many years. Often thought as a […]
Breaking Bad Film Locations – A Self Guided Tour
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Breaking Bad is one of my all time favorite shows. The concept of a struggling high school chemistry teacher who gets terminal cancer and decides to use his knowledge to make crystal meth to financially provide for his family before he dies was such an amazing plot. I have watched the entire series three times […]
Meeting the Karen Long Neck Tribe in Thailand
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You may have seen them on the Discovery channel or perhaps even some pictures in a National Geographic Magazine, but meeting the Karen Long Neck Tribe in person is definitely an exotic experience that most travelers will love. This group historically lived in the hills of Myanmar (formerly Burma). After decades of political unrest, they began […]
Spending the Day with Elephants in Thailand – Patara Elephant Farm
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One of the best days I’ve ever had on my travels was when I got to spend the day with elephants in Chiang Mai, Thailand. Patara Elephant Farm allows you to interact with these beautiful creatures in their natural environment. Getting to do this and learning about their daily habits seemed like a bucket list […]
Christmas Markets in Germany
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The month of December is a very festive time in Germany. People are preparing their shops and homes with decorations and everyone is getting into the holiday spirit. It’s also when countless Christmas markets in Germany take place in many of the larger cities throughout the country. There you can buy all kinds of gifts, […]
Raft Off – Michigan’s Premier Boat Party
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Raft Off is an annual Michigan boating event held at Muscamoot Bay on Lake St. Clair. Boaters from all over come try to break the world record for number of boats tied up together. Taking place on the 2nd Saturday in August, it’s also a time when Michigan weather is at its best. This was […]
Oktoberfest in Munich, Germany
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It’s that time of year again to “Prost” your favorite German brew at the annual celebration of Oktoberfest in Munich, Germany. This year the event takes place from September 16th thru October 3rd. Germans and foreigners alike will celebrate all out in what is known as the world’s largest fair and beer festival. Oktoberfest began […]
Remembering 9/11
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September 11, 2001 was one of the worst tragedies in our nation’s history. The attacks that day were so devastating and took the lives of nearly 3,000 people. It’s a day that will never be forgotten and all of the lost lives will forever remain in our hearts. Remembering 9/11 will always be in the minds of […]
Cara Cara Shark Dive – Roatan, Honduras
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The Cara Cara Shark Dive is a must for anyone who has an interest in swimming with sharks. I have always had a fascination with these fish, in particular great whites. Their size and power make them one of the most dominate predators in the ocean. When I was a kid, I would always look […]
