What is the difference between Day of the Dead and Halloween? I went to Mazatlán, Mexico, to find out.
“What is Day of the Dead?” my friends ask when I tell them I am headed to Mazatlán, Mexico, for Day of the Dead, or Dia de los...
How do you get up close and personal with Andalusian horses when you visit Southern Spain? Of course, even if you’re not a horse-crazy girl like me, you’ll...
From Italy to Spain my path keeps crossing with the Patron Saint of Lost CausesIn my previous story, I shared the remarkable tale of St. Rita of Cascia,...
Discover the top things to do in Albuquerque New Mexico—from scenic hot air balloon rides to historic Old Town strolls. Your unforgettable adventure starts here!
Overland Expo West, the world’s premier overland and adventure off road show, drew 18,000 enthusiasts to Flagstaff, Arizona. I was one of them. So why does the annual...
You’ve seen it on weathered stone markers, tied to dusty backpacks or glinting from a pilgrim’s neck—the Camino shell, ancient and unmistakable. But behind this simple shell symbol...
As UNSTOPPABLE Stacey, I’ve walked countless pilgrimages—from the Camino de Santiago to the Wisconsin Way—and if there’s one thing I’ve learned, it’s that packing smart is key to...
I could see the Harris’ Hawk perched on the crossbeam to the Arizona ranch’s gate, about 50 yards away. His silhouette stood sharp against the desert sky, a...
I love wine country. And I love drinking wine. I just don't want to do it all day.I'm more of an outdoorsy sort, so when I am in...
Fresh from walking this lesser-known Camino, I'm eager to share the unique charm of the Madrid Camino de Santiago. Spanning over 200 miles / 323 km, the route...
Take a peek inside my The North Face Terra backpack to see what I carried on my pilgrimage. Here's my Wisconsin Way packing list, which I used for...
Prepare for an extraordinary journey through the sacred landscapes of Segovia, Spain, where the legendary mystic Saint John of the Cross once sojourned. Follow me on this spiritual...
Take a gander at all that Yuma Bird, Nature & History Festival has to offer. I road tripped to the newest birding festival in Arizona to find out...
If you are the one who thinks that sailing is just an expensive dream and you can not afford it, stop thinking that now. This is true only...
Welcome to our guide about island hopping Phuket, Thailand! Located in the Andaman Sea, Phuket is known for its stunning beaches, crystal-clear waters and breathtaking natural beauty. One...
Adventurous mine tours are fun for kids and the kid in you! Strap on a hard hat and dive into the depths of the best mine tour for...
I visited Mariners Church in Detroit Michigan, to prepare for the 50th anniversary of the sinking of the SS Edmund Fitzgerald on November 10, 2025. My mission was...
Crazy things happen on the Camino de Santiago, an ancient pilgrim path in Spain. Contemporary Camino stories tell of miracles and chance meetings. Friendships seem to form in...
The Spanish say of the Camino de Santiago Camino Frances “Sin dolor no hay ganancia,” “no pain no gain.” But is it true? Here’s my most recent correspondence...