I’m home, but there is one more excursion to share. On my final morning, Jeanne and I drove up Sandia Mountain to view the changing of the aspens. The autumn colors in my part of the US (the northeast) is ablaze with a dozen shades of red, orange, gold and every conceivable permutation. There’s a […]
The mass balloon ascension is the big draw for the festival, it’s what attracts the most people. But each evening there is a second event, the “glow.” Rather than heading into the skies, the balloons are tethered down. Lit from within by propane in bursts, the vibrant balloon envelopes shimmer against the dark sky. While […]
On my first trip to New Mexico, nearly fifty years ago, I explored the Turquoise Trail which connects Santa Fe and Albuquerque. The fifty-mile trail is named for the rich deposits of turquoise mined in the region. It meanders through the Sandia Mountains and connects several historic mining towns like Cerrillos, Madrid, and Golden. The […]
The mass ascension of the balloons is scheduled to begin at sunrise. You need to get up incredibly early to drive to the fairgrounds, park, and find a good viewing spot. We were up and on the road by 3:30 AM. As we neared the area, traffic came to a standstill. Inching forward with a […]
I’ve flown from the pancake flat land and water of Louisiana to the high mountainous desert of New Mexico. I’m here, staying with my friends Jeannie and Jack, for the balloon festival. Jeannie and Jack recently bought a new home with breathtaking views and frequent visits by wild horses, bears, and other wildlife. I’m staying […]
I’ve known about the pirate Jean Lafitte for many years and have recently been running into him along the gulf coast, first in Galveston Texas and now in Louisiana. Lafitte’s legacy is deeply intertwined with the lore of the area, where he remains a legendary figure of adventure, rebellion, and piracy. But I never knew […]
I left Breaux Bridge early yesterday morning for the 3-1/2-hour drive to Grand Isle, Louisiana. The terrain through the first part of the journey was familiar to me. Miles upon miles of sugar cane, which at this time of year is beginning to be harvested. Even early morning trucks filled with cane were on the […]
Going traveling is one of the best things to do to experience many things worldwide. The big issue is how to find cheap flights to make the trip affordable. Airline tickets can be one of the most costly things you buy when traveling. If you can minimize the price, you can enjoy more of the […]
Iceland is a distinctive location with a spirit of adventure. Although it is a popular tourist destination, organizing a trip there for the first time requires some planning. Iceland is still somewhat obscure, unlike visiting Paris or Rome, where everyone is familiar with the major sites. Due to its popularity, it frequently experiences overcrowding, which […]
Traveling through the European continent is filled with excitement and adventure; each country has unique qualities that distinguish it from its neighbors. One of the most appealing aspects of many European countries is that they’re home to port cities. What is so special about European port cities? They are hubs for modern and historical culture, […]
