New Detours

Travel

In this section of the blog, you will get to explore the world with me and recount everywhere that I have traveled. I will include my own interpretation of events, cultural differences, venues, music, restaurants, touristy and off the beaten-path discoveries, unique experiences and encounters, interactions with new friends along the way, reviews of food, tips on how to travel cheaply, workarounds when in difficult situations, and also, colorful misadventures. Join me and let's take a detour!

Travel
Packsaddle Cave Trail: 7.3.19
Packsaddle Cave Trail: 7.3.19
11/05/2020

This hike is 5 miles round trip. It is near Kernville, CA. Traditionally, I will spend precious moments discussing the intricacies of the trail, things seen, and felt. However, this is going to be one...

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Bryce Canyon: 7.4.20
Bryce Canyon: 7.4.20
11/05/2020

A lot of ground was covered while at Bryce Canyon.The first stint of our camping/hiking misadventure started the first day that we got to the campsite. Once salutations were exchanged, inquiries about...

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Hollywood Sign: 9.25.16
Hollywood Sign: 9.25.16
11/05/2020

Not too much to say about the hike to the sign other than is was in the 90s and was hot. The hike itself was more challenging due to heat and not due to length, elevation gain, terrain, or anything re...

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Abandoned Los Angeles Zoo: 9.25.16
11/05/2020

I absolutely love graffiti, the cultural undertones, the counter-cultural proverbial "screw you," the creativity,  the use of space and color, incorporating what's already in the environment...

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Griffith Observatory: 9.25.16
Griffith Observatory: 9.25.16
11/05/2020

This is a popular destination for many, and as such, parking was not an issue. Once parked, it is a straight shot to the observatory. Still, it was over 90 degrees in September (ridiculous) so if you ...

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All Good Sunscreen
All Good Sunscreen
11/05/2020

Full disclosure. I am a big fan of this sunscreen. You can buy this here https://amzn.to/33iIheZThe five biggest selling points for me are as follows:Texture. It is very light and does not leave ...

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DirtyBird Soap
DirtyBird Soap
11/05/2020

Love this energizing and relaxing set of sports bar soap! Original to start the day, recover after workouts, relax in the evening, and replenish face wash. Should you want the four pack (Original, Rec...

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Cusco and Aguas Calientas, Peru: September 6, 2015 to September 13, 2015
Cusco and Aguas Calientas, Peru: September 6, 2015 to September 13, 2015
11/05/2020

September 6, 2015 and September 7, 2015We started the day’s travels by getting out of the house by 6:50am. I was really awake even after getting less than three hours of sleep. I inadvertently mad...

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Split, Croatia: June 10, 2015 to June 16, 2015
Split, Croatia: June 10, 2015 to June 16, 2015
11/05/2020

June 10, 2015Croatian money is called Kuna (coon-a) and is about 6.7 Kuna to 1 USD.Crafty Croatians. We rented a car from the airport and the guy escorted us to the car. Then, when it was time to pay...

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London, England: June 9, 2015
London, England: June 9, 2015
11/05/2020

June 9, 2015I visited the Parliament Building, Westminister Abbey, St. James Park, Westminister Cathedral, and Buckingham Palace. All the royal parks were so green and lavish—nothing like the state...

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