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As a travel writer, I love telling people where to go- and what to see and do once they get there. I regularly contribute photo features to Coast to Coast, Highways, RV Life, Family Motor Coaching, Northwest Travel, International Living, and other publications.

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Travel > Europe (Other) Travel destinations: Switzerland: 3 of 13
All Aboard for the Top of Europe!Clint Eastwood only pretended to climb a mountain in the old Eiger Sanction movie, but I have actually done it- via Switzerland's Jungfraubahn cog railway that is! And you can, too, aboard the century-old train that chugs passengers up into beautiful alpine scenery and through the Eiger Mounta... More..
Travel > United States Travel destinations: Salem, Oregon: 1 of 4
Capitalizing on Salem, Oregon-They say location is everything, and Oregon's capital city is certainly proof. Situated on the banks of the meandering Willamette River surrounded by the fertile Willamette Valley, Salem is both scenic and convenient. It's also fun to note that the downtown area is located right off Interstate 5 ... More..
Arts & Humanities > 19th Century US History The Lewis and Clark expedition (1803-1805) and its contributions to natural history: 2 of 6
Fort Clatsop National Memorial: Lewis & Clark slept here"Ocian in view! O! the joy!" Meriwether Lewis exclaimed in his journal on November 7, 1805 when he first sighted the Pacific Ocean near present-day Astoria, Oregon. Within a month, he, William Clark, and the other 31 members of the Corps of Discovery began constructi... More..
Travel > United States Things to do in Anna Maria Island, Florida: 2 of 6
Paradise Without An Attitude is not just an advertising slogan on the cover of a glossy brochure. This tropical mindset flows tip to tip along seven miles of serene Anna Maria Island. If you're flying off to Florida this winter and don't have kids to entertain, you can skip Disney and instead get a major dose of downtime on b... More..
Travel > United States A visitor's guide to Crater Lake National Park, Oregon: 1 of 3
Crater Lake National Park- Oregon's Blue VolcanoSouthern Oregon's Crater Lake has many claims to fame- deepest lake in the country, second deepest lake in the Western Hemisphere, and seventh deepest in the entire world. But its greatest distinction is the extremely blue hue- some say it's azure, others say navy or indigo. Sci... More..
Travel > Travel Planning & Advice Island hopping: Tips for traveling in Tahiti: 1 of 3
The magical island of MooreaLooking for a laid-back tropical locale far away from crowds and commercialism? You'll find it across the equator. Moorea (pronounced MOE-oh-ray-ah) is a Windward Island in the South Pacific, part of the Society Islands archipelago. Count on crystal-clear turquoise water, bright azure skies, and wa... More..
Local Guides > Portland Hidden natural treasures in Oregon that few people see: 1 of 3
Sumpter, Oregon- A Gold Mining Ghost Town Surrounded by Gorgeous SceneryWhen prospectors first discovered gold near Oregon's Powder River in 1862, the gold rush of eastern Oregon was on! In fact, over 10,000 mining claims were filed in Baker County during Oregon's gold rush, and boomtowns like Sumpter sprang up almost instant... More..
Business > Business Strategy Understanding brand development and management: 1 of 3
Branding is a big buzzword in today's marketplace, but what exactly does it mean? Simply defined, a brand is the essence and purpose of what your business stands for in the minds of your customers- it is their impression of what they are purchasing- both tangible (physical) and intangible (subtleties and feelings). For exampl... More..
Travel > United States The best tourist spots in Arizona: 5 of 14
Visiting Arizona's Verde ValleyIt's a mystery, really. Standing amidst thousand-year-old stone dwellings, you can't help wondering why the early inhabitants seemingly abandoned their homes, leaving behind fascinating ruins to pique travelers' curiosity. Was it because of disease? Depletion of natural resources? Were they driv... More..
Travel > France Areas of interest in France for the history buff: 4 of 9
Underground Tours in Paris, FranceVisitors to Paris spend much of their time looking up- at the Eiffel Tower, the Arc de Triomphe, and at a myriad of monuments and tall church towers. But for a different perspective on the City of Light- one filled with history, a bit of intrigue, and just plain fun- venture beneath the stree... More..