
Drive the Mountain Route through Christoffel National Park, Curaçao
To see Curaçao’s wilder side, drive the Mountain Route through Christoffel National Park.
travel beyond the obvious
To see Curaçao’s wilder side, drive the Mountain Route through Christoffel National Park.
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Cholla cactus have a (well deserved) reputation for nastiness, but they certainly can be beautiful. I discovered a nice patch of cholla cacti while we were out exploring the desert northeast of Phoenix. I love Read More …
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Boyce Thompson Arboretum is one of my favorite springtime destinations in Central Arizona. It would be a great destination at any time, as there are always interesting plants and at least a few blossoms; but Read More …