By J.C. Thomas It’s not at all difficult to imagine the joy of the two prospectors who followed a wisp of steam into an Alaskan valley and discovered Chena Hot Springs in 1905. Amid far-northern wilderness, rarely free of ice,…
Mist rising over bathers in the hot springs pool at Chena Hot Springs Resort near Fairbanks, Alaska
By Jon Bogart Desert Hot Springs is an oasis of tranquility where people flock to get a breather from the hectic demands of daily living in today’s world. The city itself is off the beaten path and you wouldn’t know…
Exterior shot of Azure Palm Resort in Desert Hot Springs, California with palm trees and a mountain backdrop
Gorgeous scenery and rafting fun await with New Wave Adventures at Alaska’s Denali National Park By J.C. Thomas Imagine whitewater rafting down an ice-cold river in the wilderness of interior Alaska… are you excited or scared? Maybe both? All the…
A wide stretch of the Nenana River outside Denali National Park in Alaska
Our top hotel pick, Thistle Holborn the Kingsley, balances style, comfort and affordability in the very center of London By J.C. Thomas As the end of 2021 approaches, the pandemic and its travel disruptions are by no means over. Yet,…
Street view of the entrance to the Thistle Holborn the Kingsbury hotel in Bloomsbury, London
By Jon Bogart “Come on… let’s go… let’s get away!”  These words are often spoken, nowadays, while people are craving to go out, to travel, to explore the natural wonders that nourish and renew life’s inspirations. The ability to capture…
Mural of mission-style arches at the Chantico Inn in Ojai, California
Courtesy of the Chantico Inn & Suites
Moab, Utah is a very cool city. It has a trendy vibe, but in a timeless, not-actually-trying sort of way. Moab is also very good looking, with low-slung buildings and artsy accents that don’t bother trying to compete with the…
Arches National Park scenery near Moab, Utah
Highlights of Santa Fe, the oldest capital in the United States, include amazing art galleries, 17th-century landmarks and an out-of-town trip down the Rio Grande By J.C. Thomas For a first-time visitor arriving in Santa Fe, New Mexico, it doesn’t…
The county building in Santa Fe, New Mexico, an example of the city's own style of architecture
All About Denali National Park and Preserve, the No. 1 Destination in Interior Alaska By J.C. Thomas Denali National Park, the prime tourist destination in interior Alaska, is an astonishingly impressive section of the continent’s far north. It takes a…
A Denali National Park tour bus in front of a mountain and tundra backdrop
By Jon Bogart A getaway is always a good thought and, now more than ever, that thought is uppermost in mind. The world is opening up once again to indulge in sensory experiences that satisfy, refresh and rejuvenate. Nature, sunshine,…
Palm trees against a bright blue sky in Palm Springs California
A cooling and thrilling jet-boat river ride is a definite must-do in Moab, Utah By J.C. Thomas Moab, a small city with big attractions in eastern Utah, draws visitors from all over the world with its close proximity to Arches…
The soil-tinted water of the Colorado River framed by tall red rock formations in Moab, Utah seen from a jet boat tour with Moab Jett
And a Spotlight on Four Fantastic Paso Robles Wineries As the world’s fourth-largest wine producer, California has no shortage of destinations promising a world-class wine-tasting experience. The state boasts 142 AVAs, federally recognized American Viticultural Areas. Claiming no fewer than…
rows of large wooden wine barrels in the cellars of Eberle Winery in Paso Robles, California
By Jon Bogart The character of Palm Springs, California has strong historical roots as a desert sanctuary for the rich and famous. Hollywood celebrities and politicians have always found Palm Springs to be an easily accessible great escape from the…
The rustic, ranch-style exterior of the Old Ranch Inn in Palm Springs, a wood and cream building with cacti in front