Giotto's Campanile: Climbing it can be a challenge
Florence, Italy, has a number of artistic treasures. But the bell tower known as Giotto's Campanile is one of the most alluring, even if the confined space of its passageway may fill some with fear.
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In The Sphere, with U2, it's always a beautiful day
Amid its many non-gaming splendors, Las Vegas has added something special with The Sphere. And the digital aura of the place perfectly augments the music of the Irish band U2.
FRIDAY, DEC. 22, 2023
MONDAY, DEC. 18, 2023
Las Vegas offers outdoors pleasures, too
Las Vegas is famous for what visitors can do indoors at its many casinos. But two nearby state parks are must-sees for anyone interested in desert beauty.
FRIDAY, DEC. 15, 2023
These three parks offer dramatically different desert experiences
The clock was ticking on our days in the desert.
SUNDAY, DEC. 10, 2023
Las Vegas: a town for non-gamblers, too
Everywhere you look, Las Vegas advertises its main attraction: gaming. But the city in the desert has a lot to offer those who hold other interests.
FRIDAY, DEC. 8, 2023
Tucson – a vibrant Southwest city to love
Wandering around the Southwest usually means a stop in Tucson, one of our favorite destinations.
MONDAY, DEC. 4, 2023
Carravaggio: a master of theme and style
Florence's Uffizi Gallery is full of artistic treasures. But few embody the power, and the grandeur, of "Sacrifice of Isaac," which was painted by the master known by a single name: Caravaggio.
FRIDAY, DEC. 1, 2023
Put these western state parks on your must-visit list
It’s high time we gave a heartfelt shout-out to state parks.
SUNDAY, NOV. 26, 2023
New York is experienced best by foot
Walking tours are one good way to see a city up close and personal. And that's true even for a city as big and as intriguing as New York.
FRIDAY, NOV. 24, 2023
Van life is going strong in Sedona
We recently spent a week hiking, biking and snapping Instagram-worthy photos in Sedona, one of our favorite destinations.
MONDAY, NOV. 20, 2023
Cuba: Education is a key to its complications
There are several ways to visit Cuba. Going there on a Road Scholar tour is one good way to understand its complicated history.
FRIDAY, NOV. 17, 2023
A splendid detour to Hollywood, another back in time to Chaco Canyon
We recently spent a little time apart in destinations that couldn’t be more different.
MONDAY, NOV. 13, 2023
Hemingway's spirit haunts his Cuban home
A trip to Cuba offers the inveterate traveler a number of experiences. But for those who grew up reading Ernest Hemingway, a visit to the late author's house just outside Havana is a special treat.
FRIDAY, NOV. 10, 2023
Taking care of business, having fun in Santa Fe and ABQ
After a few weeks of visiting beautiful, but mostly isolated places in Colorado and New Mexico, we needed a dose of big city time.
SUNDAY, NOV. 5, 2023
Portofino: Where Italian stereotypes turn into dreams
Popular culture typically portrays Italy in clichés involving pasta, cigarettes, hand gestures and more. The reality is far richer, as one day spent in Portofino can show you.
FRIDAY, NOV. 3, 2023
This New Mexico town is the perfect hangout -- even during an RV disaster
After a few weeks of one-night stands, it feels good to hang out for a couple of weeks at one of our favorite places -- Taos, N.M.
WEDNESDAY, NOV. 1, 2023
California: far more scenic when the sun shines
Monterey's 17-mile Drive is a must-see for those visiting the central California coast. But it's a far better experience when the sun makes an appearance.
SUNDAY, OCT. 29, 2023
To the rich, home is where the big house is
California's central coast is the site of a number of mansions. But few are grander than Hearst Castle and the Winchester Mystery House.
FRIDAY, OCT. 27, 2023
After a repair stop in the Four Corners, we’re firing on all cylinders
Let’s cut right to the chase: The rig is all right.
FRIDAY, OCT. 20, 2023
Best of the campsites so far on this slightly bumpy ride
Our sixth year of wandering around the West hasn’t exactly gone off without a hitch.
TUESDAY, OCT. 17, 2023
Objective: Searching for the perfect sunset
No matter where you go in the world, you're apt to find a beautiful sunset. In the Northwest, though, weather sometimes gets in the way.
FRIDAY, OCT. 13, 2023
WEDNESDAY, OCT. 11, 2023
Iceland: Welcome to the land of windy beauty
Driving Iceland's Ring Road is a challenge, but it's full of starkly gorgeous scenery, the occasional rainbow and some pesky high winds.
Enjoy the ongoing adventures of Leslie Kelly and John Nelson as they experience all the cool things the West has to offer, from wineries to restaurants. In the process they’ll try out different vehicles and give you fun tips to plan your own cool travel journeys. Just for fun, there's additional travel info from Dan Webster.
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