If you’ve ever seen any of the red carpet events in Hollywood, you don’t have to wish you could be there. You can travel there, too, just not necessarily during a major event.
Grauman's Chinese Theatre
The strip of Hollywood Boulevard where actors are immortalized with stars on the sidewalk, plus embedded in cement, is right there for anyone to see. (more…)
Many of us hover near sea level and never get on top of things to get a broader perspective. When the temperatures climb and the snow melts in Flagstaff, Arizona, the Arizona Snow Bowl opens up its ski lift, the “Scenic Skyride” for non-skiers. The ride to the top of the tallest mountain in Arizona is an adventure in itself. (more…)
Breathtaking views
Nature outdid itself in Sedona
So Sedona has red rocks. You may ask, “What’s the big deal?” The big deal is an impressive natural wonder that extends across a region, bringing an awe-inspiring display that makes visitors feel “at one with nature.” Plus, you’ll find great hiking, terrific restaurants and amazing shopping!
On a misty morning, I waited eagerly for Catalina Island to become visible in the distance. The Catalina Express shuttle from San Pedro was fairly full, with tourists, the high school lacrosse team and other locals keeping busy during the one-and-one-quarter hour trip.
As the picturesque harbor came to view, I saw houses terraced into the hillsides and boats anchored in a quiet mooring. The vista was quaint and charming. An unusual round building, the Casino, also dominated the coast.
A 1950s song by the Four Preps called Catalina “the island of romance.” I wanted to see for myself. (If you’re seeing an unusual looking building with boats in the harbor at the top of this blog, you’re seeing something of Catalina.)
