Breakers Mansion, Cliff Walk, and Ocean Drive, Newport, Rhode Island

Yesterday was a full day! I’m staying three nights in Provincetown, Massachusetts, but went sight-seeing on the way. My first stop was the Vanderbilt Breakers Mansion in Newport, Rhode Island.  The mansion is huge, but I’ve seen grander places. I’m … Continue reading

Cycling on Block Island, Rhode Island

Yesterday, I took the 9:00am Block Island Ferry from Point Judith, Narragansett, RI to Block Island, arriving at 10:00am. Before leaving, I snapped a pic from the ferry. The water was a beautiful Cobalt blue! I walked a few minutes to … Continue reading

Hiking at East Rock Park, New Haven, Connecticut and exploring Mystic

Yesterday morning I drove from my Airbnb in New York to New Haven, Connecticut. I hiked a 2.5 mile trail at East Rock Park to a spot with a view. I walked around Yale’s Haven Green. Next, I explored Mystic. … Continue reading

Assateague Island National Seashore and Ocean City, Maryland

Yesterday, I drove 2 and 1/2 hours from Annapolis to Assateague Island National Seashore, Maryland. I was hoping to see the wild ponies, and saw a group of them soon after I arrived. I rented a bicycle and cycled to … Continue reading

Natural Bridge State Park, Virginia and self-guided walking tour of Annapolis, Maryland

Yesterday, I left my Roanoke Airbnb and drove to Natural Bridge State Park in Virginia to hike the two mile Cedar Creek Trail. I arrived a few minutes before they opened at 8:00 a.m. The $9 entry fee was worth … Continue reading

Taking the Lewes Ferry from Delaware to Cape May, New Jersey and exploring Cape May

On Tuesday, I took a walk on the beach at Ocean City, Maryland. It was chilly, but not rainy yet. Yesterday, I left my Airbnb in Ocean City and drove to the Lewes Ferry.  My vehicle and I took it … Continue reading

My month in Puerto Rico is coming to an end

I’ve mostly relaxed the last couple of days. At my age, when you travel for an extended period of time, it starts to wear on you.  Especially when it’s solo travel. There’s no one to help with the luggage, driving, … Continue reading

Old San Juan, Puerto Rico self guided walking tour

I created a three mile self-guided walking tour of Old San Juan. I’m not a big fan of organized tours. Sometimes they’ll talk too much about things I’m not interested in and my back hurts if I stand for more … Continue reading

Santurce Art Walk, Museo de Arte de Puerto Rico, and La Plaza del Mercado de Santurce

Yesterday was filled with Art. I went to an area called Santurce where there’s lots of street murals. I love street art! La Plaza del Mercado de Santurce is a farmer’s market and a hot spot for evening festivities. They … Continue reading

Driving from Fajardo to San Juan, Puerto Rico

Tuesday morning, I was packing to leave Fajardo and realized my wallet was missing. I had been on the boat tour to Culebra the day before. I checked everywhere, including my car, but couldn’t find it. I always travel with … Continue reading

Seven Seas Beach, Luquillo Kiosks, and Playa Azul, Puerto Rico

I’m in Fajardo, Puerto Rico for four nights. Before heading to my Airbnb, I stopped at Seven Seas Beach. The weather was rainy off and on. I can’t complain, I’ve had great weather for more than 2 weeks. I stopped … Continue reading

Museo Castillo Serrallés, Ponce and Charco El Hippie, Puerto Rico

Before leaving Ponce, I visited Museo Castillo Serrallés. It’s a 1930s Spanish Revival-style home built by the Serrallés family of the famous Don Q rum. I took the hour-long tour. They don’t allow indoor photography. The views from the balconies … Continue reading

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