The compact Swiss city of Lucerne (Luzern in German) is just an hour’s train ride from Zurich, but it feels a world away. Sparkling Lake Lucerne, the surrounding mountains, the Reuss River (pronounced “Royce”), and the 650+ year-old Chapel Bridge…
The gorgeous town of Telluride, with a population of just 2,500, is admittedly difficult to get to. But it is worth the effort! The resort town is in a box canyon, surrounded by 13,000-foot+ mountains on three sides, and the…
With a backdrop of the Rocky Mountain foothills and endless opportunities to enjoy the outdoors, spending a few days in this region, just 45 minutes south of Denver, is a joy. Colorado Springs is a historic, bustling big city, the…
Pagosa Springs, Colorado is a small mountain town with a lot to offer: gorgeous scenery, a rich history, and an outdoor-focused, relaxed vibe. The town’s claim to fame is, without question, the abundance of hot springs. The “Mother Spring” in…
Lyon is France’s third-largest city (after Paris and Marseille), and has been inhabited since prehistoric times. It was an important city in the Roman Empire, then known as Lugdunum. This picturesque, elegant city is situated around two rivers: the Rhône…
There is something about fall in the Rocky Mountains. It is a short season – starting in mid-September, usually peaking in late September, and often slipping away by early October. But those fleeting weeks are nothing short of magical. Just…
The North Shore of Minnesota, along Lake Superior, is a spectacular destination, boasting scores of hiking opportunities just off scenic Highway 61. With mountains on one side of the highway and a nearly ocean-sized Great Lake on the other, these…
If you’re lucky, you’ll go to Paris once in your life. If you’re truly blessed, you’ll experience the joy of returning. First-time visitors, as it should be, visit the most famous sites: the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, Arc de Triomphe,…
The storied Alps span nearly 750 miles through eight European countries. Arguably, the Swiss Alps are the most famous. Among the many mountain ranges in Switzerland, the Jungfrau region of the Bernese Oberland range is one of the most popular….
The Swiss Riviera, on the shores of sparkling Lake Geneva, is a delightful place to spend several days. It has it all: nature, history, vineyards, castles, water, mountains, markets, great food, and endless recreational opportunities. The 40-mile Riviera runs from…
