Travel nut, fitness junkie and dog lover
In this quirky Indian village, goats outnumbered cars, chai was served hot, and sunsets brought serenity. Tordi Sāgar was a rustically charming getaway from the bustling cities. … More Tordi Sāgar: An Eclectic Gem in India’s Rural Desert
Jaipur, India… where hawks aim for your head, cows are holy, and monkeys steal your breakfast—all while you sip masala chai and admire rose-colored buildings. … More Exploring Jaipur: A Blend of Chaos and Old World Charm
The Taj Mahal is stunning, but swamped with tourists. Bus rides in India? Chaos wrapped in unique odors and spontaneous song. India has been an adventure! … More A Day at the Taj Mahal: Beauty Meets Frenzy in Agra, India
Amidst a visa panic and a dive into chaos, I booked back-to-back tours to India to escape my tyrannical boss and impending 40th birthday—let the adventure begin! … More Experiencing Delhi & Agra: From Visa Woes to Cultural Oddities
Wadi Rum: where camels are tall, movies are filmed, trucks break down, and dinner is a deliciously buried surprise. And sunrise tours beat sleeping in. … More Wadi Rum & Aqaba: Desert Adventures Paired with Red Sea Thrills
Welcome to Petra, where sandstone ruins and bullet holes tell tales of lost treasures, ancient nomads, and a city rediscovered! The Pink City truly is a glamorous maze. … More Exploring Petra: Jordan’s Rose City and Its Ancient Secrets
Driving south towards the Red Sea means passing through the ancient city of Karak while skirting Little Petra … More Karak and Little Petra: Hidden Gems in the Desert
Adventuring beyond Amman, we explored Jerash’s ruins, floated in the Dead Sea, and hiked Mount Nebo. … More Roaming Jordan: Jerash, Dead Sea, & Mount Nebo
A guided tour of Jordan right when times became ultra turbulent just across the border, but it was absolutely worth seeing Roman ruins, exploring lots of old rocks, and eating all the flatbreads. … More Traveling Amman, Jordan: A Journey Through Chaos and Culture
Leavenworth’s hiking includes a spectacular workout, stunning lakes, and mischievous chipmunks who steal snacks. … More The Enchantments & Colchuck Lake: Hiking in Leavenworth, Washington
