Road Trip to Marietta, Ohio

Nearing Marietta, Ohio, signs are posted to remind travelers to drive with caution as the local Amish travel in horse and buggy. I made several…

Photographing Inniswood Metro Gardens, Columbus

My first experience at Inniswood was shortly after I bought my new Nikon D3100 camera.  I wanted to find a park where I could photograph…

Travel Plans for 2016

2016 is going to be another great year for travel. With close to 20 trips already planned and more in the works, I am excited…

An Overview of Blog Posts from 2015

What a great year for travel!  Here are some of my adventure blogs for 2015: CARIBBEAN AND PORTS OF CALL:  Bermuda Hamilton, Bermuda Grand Cayman: …

Alum Creek Lights is now Butch Bando’s Fantasy of Lights

For nearly twenty years, Alum Creek has hosted a spectacular light show for the Christmas holiday.   Hundreds of cars arrive for the drive thru event…

The Best Carbonara at Michael Anthony’s in Versailles, Ohio

UPDATE:  Michael Anthony’s has been temporarily closed due to a fire as of October, 2019. On my last trip to Versailles, Ohio, I sampled wines…

Eagle Sightings at Highbanks, Columbus MetroParks

Hiking in the Midwest, the scenery can change at every season.  From the diversity of plants to its wildlife, the Highbanks Metro Park unveils something…

A Port Day in Dominica

During a Caribbean cruise that stopped in Roseau, the port of Dominica, I decided to go out on my own and hire a driver for…

Barbados Shore Excursion: Malibu Rum Tour and Beach

Update:  Malibu Rum Distillery is now The West Indies Rum Distillery Barbados was one of my favorite ports of call when I worked for the…

Ship’s Ahoy! Pirate Boat Shore Excursion, Antigua

Cruising through the Caribbean, I finally reached the island of Antigua.  Known for its beautiful beaches, historical forts and dockyard as well as its natural…