Category Archives: Travel

Grand Illinois Trail

I miss hopping on a bike and exploring.  It’s been over  three years since left on a supported bike tour of West Ireland. I really do miss it.  I allowed life to take time from something I enjoy. Well, today, … Continue reading

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Austin

Danielle planned on attending graduate school outside of the Chicago area and wanted to visit the areas her target universities are in, Austin being one of them. I thought, “why not?” Texas was not on the top of my list … Continue reading

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Seeking a New Roadtrip Companion

My Austin road trip has me thinking about my next road trip companion. I’m ready to do a road trip across the country. My mom has been bugging me to buy a new car because she felt Justine might kill … Continue reading

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Planning My Great American Road Trip

I’ve played with the idea of spending time on America’s Main Street, the Lincoln Highway and Historic Route 66 for some time now.  I never committed to a plan.  Lately,  The itch has become unbearable.  I need to hit the … Continue reading

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West Ireland and Dublin

A cool misty morning ride to the Chicago Botanic Gardens on a fine Saturday morning reminded me of my trip to Ireland a few years ago.  Ireland called to me.  Her song became so strong that I had to go.  … Continue reading

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Twenty Ten Travel Plans

Just because I’m penny pinching to get out of debt doesn’t mean I can’t live my life authentically and with passion.  I love to experience, explore, and learn new thing.  I need to recharge my batteries especially, when I’m operating … Continue reading

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Travel Itineraries

Travel itineraries are a great way to make your vacation, holiday, or business travel much more enjoyable. Itineraries are not set in stone and must adapt to changes.  A flexible and well planned itinerary gives the traveler more time to … Continue reading

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