Mule trip into the Grand Canyon, Arizona
This afternoon we have our 1/2 day mule ride.This was my idea and I have been very excited about it. (Despite the fact that I’m kind of scared of large animals and a very short Read More …
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Along the Cape Royal Road in Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona
Once the sun is above the rim and the canyon mostly awash with color, we head back to the car and start off on the Cape Royal Road.We stop first at Vista Encantada, but find Read More …
Grand Canyon sunrise at Point Imperial, Arizona
We get up early, before sunrise, and head to the high viewpoint at Point Imperial. Point Imperial is the highest point on the north rim at 8,803 feet. From here the walls of Marble Canyon Read More …
Searching for Sunset at the Grand Canyon
We stop in Kanab for lunch at the Rocking V, which was recommended by the potter in Toquerville (and by my friend Dawn). It is a funky, inviting spot with innovative food, a lovely crafts Read More …
Ecuador: View from Above Quito
For an afternoon activity, Eduardo recommends taking the new cable car up to a viewpoint on Pichincha volcano. This suggestion elicits groans from the rest of our altitude weary group, but I think it sounds Read More …
Ecuador: Old Town Quito
Our guide Eduardo leads us through the colorful colonial buildings and into an open courtyard inside the Archbishop’s Palace, which is lined with balconies hosting small shops and delightful-looking restaurants. I wish we had more Read More …
Ecuador: Quito’s Basilica
We head off to tour the city on a lovely sunny Sunday morning.Our first stop is a scenic overlook that gives us a view of one of the more exclusive areas of Quito. However, the Read More …
The Galapagos: Morning on Espanola Island
Upon landing at Suarez Point on Espanola Island, learn about lava terrain while crossing inactive lava fields. Aside from the sea lion colonies, this is a great site for bird watching. You may encounter a Read More …
Peru: A perfect morning at Machu Picchu
Return to Machu Picchu to explore the mystical ruins further. To this day nobody can explain how the Incas managed to transport the huge blocks of limestone for the city’s construction onto the mountain top. Read More …
Peru: Machu Picchu in the Rain
The rain has stopped by the time Lucho rounds us all up to catch the bus up to Machu Picchu, but the sky is remains dark and the air still wet with moisture. For those Read More …