Travel Wise - This Girl Travels

04/06/2023

Interesting!

There is no definitive answer to how many bands there are currently in the US, but it's estimated there are more than 2,000, with tens of thousands officially and unofficially formed globally. There are also hundreds of thousands of musicians worldwide. Given those numbers, you may not be well...

04/06/2023

04/06/2023

Always be grateful

12/02/2023

Driving Oak Creek Canyon Scenic Drive into Sedona, Arizona. The breathtaking drive along this 24 mile road between Flagstaff and Sedona descends 4,500 feet from the top of the Mogollon Rim. It winds through sandstone canyons and past amazing rock formations around every switchback curve.

Driving Oak Creek Canyon Scenic Drive into Sedona, Arizona. The breathtaking drive along this 24 mile road between Flagstaff and Sedona descends 4,500 feet ...

30/01/2023

30/01/2023

Another road trip in Arizona with friends. What a great way to spend time.

We decided a road trip was in order and what better place to go than the Grand Canyon. It is always great fun when we get together and explore our country. ...

27/01/2023

Cleaning out my camera and found this pictures of Venice. I think this is a reminder that I need to go back.

When you go to Venice, you should see the classic attractions such as the Rialto Bridge, the Doge's Palace and St. Mark's square and Basilica. But you should...

27/01/2023

When traveling, sometimes it is good to get off the beaten path. This story is a reminder to look up once in a while. You'd be surprised what you will see.

The History of Venice Surrounded by buildings that are upwards of 800 years old, I knew I was taking a step back in time. To say that Venice has a rich history is an understatement.  As I look…

20/01/2023

Nothing beats a road trip with friends and this trip along Apache Trail in Tonto National Forest is no exception

Luxuriating in the pleasant spring weather, we were also reveling in a tasty brunch at the Queen Creek Olive Mill and chatting about things to see and do in Arizona.  The desire to be outdoors…

18/01/2023

Driving through the Rockies last spring.

14/01/2023

2022 gave us the freedom to travel anywhere in the world again. A lot of us Baby Boomers took advantage of the opportunities and we are glad to be out and about again.

Boomers and the soon-to-be boomers love our vacations. Traveling makes us smile and laugh more and it gives us the opportunity to experience new things and witness historical places. It gives us th…

10/01/2023

This is a memory from a past trip that is as vivid today as it was the day I walked among the crosses at the Normandy American Cemetery in Colleville-sur-Mer, France.

Every soldier in this cemetery had made the same sacrifice; the ultimate sacrifice for the freedoms we take for granted. Choosing one soldier to honor with my rose seemed so unfair.

15/09/2019

The balmy evening breeze caresses us as the sun, preparing to take its diurnal bow, paints the twilight sky crimson and gold. We walk up the path toward the low-slung building nestled against the foothills of the McDowell Mountains, just as the stars announce themselves, shyly at first and then more confidently as darkness settles in. Natural beauty defines… [ 2,103 more words ]
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An evening at Taliesin West in Arizona was not only enjoyable, it was very educational also. %

11/09/2019

Who knows what SHEnanigans can happen when friends get together

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Luxuriating in the pleasant spring weather, we were also reveling in a tasty brunch at the Queen Creek Olive Mill and chatting about things to see and do in Arizona. The desire to be outdoors was overwhelming so Katie suggested we visit the Tonto National Forest and take the Apache Trail through Sup...

11/09/2019

03/09/2019

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The sky was overcast and promised rain as we boarded the bus that would take us to Colleville-sur-Mer in France, where we would visit the Normandy American Cemetery, D-Day landing sites and War Memorials. Since I never felt that this was my family’s war, I wasn’t overjoyed at spending the day wa...

03/09/2019

In response to the soon to be day of my birthday, I am launching a website. I have been looking back through various travel journals stashed in the bottom drawer of my desk and will use snippets of my observations as catalysts. I will write about the experiences I have garnered through traveling and will do my best to accompany them with pictures. As my friends and family, I invite you to take some time and read an article or two or all if you are brave, post a comment and subscribe to my website. You can find me at:

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Thank you, Ricci