Category Archives: Travel

Grand Illinois Trail

Posted on 22 February 2011 by mark

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

Posted on 27 July 2010 by mark

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

Posted on 23 July 2010 by mark

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

Posted on 30 March 2010 by mark

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

Posted on 16 March 2010 by mark

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

Posted on 2 February 2010 by mark

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

Posted on 25 November 2009 by mark

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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