Portland to Mt Rushmore: Best route
We made this trip several years ago. We drove from Portland and went through Pendleton , Boise, Sun Valley, Craters of the Moon National Monument, Idaho... See More
Trieste to Rovinj: Options to travel from Trieste to Rovinj, Croatia on September 20,2023
Have you looked into bus routes? A few years ago we took a bus from Rovinj to Venice that went through Trieste. There may be routes in the opposite direction for you to go from Trieste to Rovinj, although there may not be confirmed routes for your September travel date at... See More
Yellowstone National Park: Looking to stop at several places along the way
My answer is based on a road trip from Portland to Rapid City , but I think some of the same suggestions apply. Boise seems to be a bit too far west to be efficient for your route, but Craters of the Moon National Monument... See More
Mt Rushmore: What should we add to the visit?
If you’re ok with being underground, give Jewel Cave National Monument or Wind Cave National Park a try. We’ve been only to Jewel Cave so cannot speak for the experience at Wind Cave but found the ranger-led tour of Jewel Cave... See More
Mt Rushmore: Family activities
As long as no one in your family has anxiety being underground, consider Jewel Cave National Monument or Wind Cave National Park. We enjoyed remarkable geology and a memorable experience ably led by a ranger at Jewel Cave. See More
Doha: Single female traveler with 8-hour layover in Doha
Any suggestions (or concerns) for a single female traveler to see something of Doha on an 8-hour layover? Asking for a friend. See More
Yellowstone National Park: Leaving from Portland which way to go? via Spokane or Boise?
We made this trip in 10 days last spring via Boise and thought it was marvelous. We didn't feel rushed and were thrilled with everything we saw. I haven't been via Spokane so I can't compare, but here's what we did: Flew to Portland... See More
Vancouver: What's the best neighborhood in Vancouver for a first time visitor?
I think that anything in the downtown area is a good option. I recently spent several solo days in Vancouver (a few blocks from the Vancouver City Centre station) and found many, many things to see and do within walking distance of my hotel. There is an extensive bus system... See More
Brooklyn: What are your favorite restaurants in Brooklyn?
al di la Trattoria in Park Slope. It's been a year since I visited (by myself, even!) and I still think about that meal. Beet and ricotta ravioli and a side of earthy greens. I'm sure the menu has changed with the season, but I'd go back... See More
Morocco: How to get to Morocco from Spain?
I recommend that you take the ferry from Tarifa. Tarifa is perhaps an hour's drive west of Gibraltar. The ferry from Tarifa will take you directly to Tangier. See More