Day Trip from Ponce to Canon Blanco, Puerto Rico

Yesterday, I took a day trip up into the lush green mountains. My destination was Canon Blanco. I knew I would be on roads with steep drop-offs, hairpin turns, 1 1/2 car width wide, and potholes. It was an adventure! … Continue reading

San German, Yauco, and Ponce, Puerto Rico

After spending two weeks in Aguada, Puerto Rico, I left yesterday morning and drove to Ponce, where I’ll spend two nights. I stopped in the quaint town of San German and walked around for a half an hour. An hour … Continue reading

Cabo Rojo Lighthouse Trail, Faro Los Morrillos, and Boqueron, Puerto Rico

Yesterday, I drove south along the coast to Faro Los Morrillos, a lighthouse, and hiked 1.5 miles on the Cabo Rojo Lighthouse trail. The rugged coastline is stunning! These people were filming themselves with a drone. Not far from there … Continue reading

Montones Beach, Playa Jobos, Pozo De Jacinto, and Survival Beach, Puerto Rico

Yesterday was another beach day! I drove about a half an hour to Survival Beach. It’s basically for surfers. I love trying to capture cool shots of them with my phone. Not far from there is Playa Jobos. This beach … Continue reading

Medicinal Plants and Gozalandia Waterfall, Puerto Rico

I signed up for an Airbnb Experience before arriving in Puerto Rico. It’s a 2 hour class to learn how plants can heal us. It was held at the facilitator’s home in Moca, Puerto Rico. She spoke about a variety … Continue reading

Massage, beaches, and Rincon Art Walk

I’ve enjoyed some pool time at my Airbnb. I had a yummy dinner in Rincon, which is only a 15 minute drive from my Airbnb. Afterwards I enjoyed the Rincon Art Walk, which is held every Thursday evening from 5:00pm … Continue reading

I’m in Puerto Rico!

After a 13 hour day of traveling, I arrived at my Airbnb in Dorado, P.R.  It’s about an hour west of San Juan. I only stayed one night and yesterday I drove almost three hours (including sightseeing stops) to the … Continue reading

Hiking in Garden of the Gods and exploring downtown Colorado Springs

Yesterday morning I hiked the 1.8 mile Palmer, Upper Loop, and Central Garden Trail Loop. It was beautiful! I see why it’s called Garden of the Gods. It’s also cool since it’s free. There was some elevation change, so I … Continue reading

Hiking Pine Creek Trail in Gunnison and my Airbnb in Hooper, Colorado

The 2.4 mile Pine Creek Trail in Gunnison is absolutely breathtaking! As I walked along yesterday morning, it literally took my breath away. The reflections of the autumn leaves in the Gunnison River were gorgeous. There are about 230 steps … Continue reading

Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, Colorado

Yesterday I drove from Palisade to Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park.  I stopped along the 16 mile round trip route at most of the scenic overlooks. There were usually a  .2 to .5 mile short walks to the … Continue reading

Colorado National Monument Loop Drive and wine tasting in Palisade

Yesterday I drove from Glenwood Springs to Grand Junction and drove the Colorado National Monument loop drive. If people are afraid of heights, I wouldn’t do this drive. I think the colors may have turned out even better if it … Continue reading