Back to the Mountains, Abruzzo Italy, Civitella Alfedena

This quote is often nagging me in the back of my mind. I can’t go long without a good hike and one…

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Sailing Down the Coastline Cinque Terre, Italy

I have never been sailing. Boating, yes. Made the transit across the Atlantic by ship, yes. Panama Canal, yes. But never…

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WASHINGTON STATE ROAD TRIP to JASPER CANADA!

ROAD TRIP!! I was flying into Seattle Washington late made even later by an almost 3 hour delay inside of the…

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Sentiero Degli Dei / Path of the Gods, Italy

Wanna know of a secretive place where the views are magnificent, the hiking superb, and the coast just a couple feet…

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Kilimanjaro, We’re Headed to the top!

THE ADVENTURE: While most people are steering clear of Africa and her beautiful landscapes due to the threats of Ebola, I’ve…

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How I fell into Fall in the Abruzzo Mountains, Italy

After trying out the whole Paragliding idea and loving it I decided to try my luck camping for the night in Pescasseroli…

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To the Hills! Paragliding in the Abruzzo Mountains, Italy

It was one of the 4 day vacations I decided to stay home.. well actually work helped decide for me. There…

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Exploring Capri

This was my I’m going to Capri selfie as I was waiting on M to hurry his butt up. Yes, I…

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Luna Del Maltese, Camping in the Italian Hills

As the story always goes in the Navy no matter where you go in the world, no matter which naval station…

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What does the Island of Lockram and Game of Thrones Have in Common?

As it turns out, there have been a few Game of Thrones Scenes also filmed on the island of Lockram, a…

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Tongariro Alpine Crossing, AKA Mount Doom

 First and foremost, before I say anything, when you read any website about the Tongaririo Alpine Crossing, do what they say!…

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