Radiant Wanderings

Visitors to Glacier National Park have risen steadily in the last five years reaching nearly 3 million in 2016. I still can’t believe that number! With so many guests visiting the area it seems selfish not to share a few of my local secrets with you. So pull up a chair and join me for the inside scoop. Let's bike Going to the Sun Road, enjoy Paddlefest, and take a stroll on North Shore Beach.

Despite preconceived notions, Amsterdam is a very family friendly destination. Often referred to as the Venice of the North, Amsterdam fills the senses. From beautiful canals and row houses along brick streets to picturesque house boats lining the canals, the city begs you to wander. Add to that friendly dutch people who gladly speak English and delicious food and you have found a very special place indeed.

Aaah Venice, where a trip down the Grand Canal envelopes you in the pages of a book on art and architectural history, the cannoli and gelato burst with flavor, and the people live la dolce vita!

Have you ever wondered how people afford to travel so far and so often? If so, you are not alone and since I'm passionate about traveling I'm going to tell you how I afford to travel and how you can too. Here are my top 10 tips to get you on your way.

The Tuscan countryside evokes feelings of tranquility and timeless beauty. Bike through vineyards and olive groves to an age old winery for lunch, stay on a working cheese farm and visit the sheep before learning how the cheese is made, or just sit by the pool with a glass of wine and admire the view of rolling hills and cypress trees.

Whether adding it on to a city tour of Italy or stopping by for a solo visit, Cinque Terre will win your heart. These Italian villages along the Mediterranean are vehicle free and filled with romance.