Posts by Sivakumar Ramanathan

Duluth, Minnesota

On our way to Voyageurs National Park, we made a stop in Duluth, Minnesota, a city often regarded as a gateway for travelers heading north to the park. Conveniently located nearly halfway between Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) and Voyageurs, Duluth serves as a natural rest point. The city boasts several attractions, with Lake Superior… Continue reading

A National Parks Road Trip: 2,500 Miles of Nature, Trails, and Togetherness

My wife and I embarked on an unforgettable 2,500-mile road trip from Phoenix to Seattle, during which we visited seven National Parks, along with Lake Tahoe and Portland. Each day, we typically drove between 200 and 300 miles, beginning in the early hours and ensuring we concluded our travel before sunset. This schedule allowed us… Continue reading

Portland Sights in half a day

Before reaching Seattle in our road trip, we spent about half a day in Portland suburbs to visit multiple waterfalls and other scenic attractions. Our Itinerary: Intl. Rose Test GardenColumbia Gorge viewpointsLatourell FallsBridal veil FallsMultnomah Falls International Rose Test Garden The garden is in the city itself and it gets the name because it serves… Continue reading

Lake Tahoe in half a day

A Scenic Stop at Lake Tahoe Exploring National Parks comes with an added bonus – the chance to discover spectacular attractions nearby. On our way to Lassen Volcanic National Park in May 2024, we made a brief stop at Lake Tahoe. Known for its clear blue waters, this natural wonder, with a depth of about… Continue reading

International Trips

Upcoming Travel Stories Over the years, we had the opportunity to explore some fascinating destinations around the world, each offering its own unique blend of history, culture, and natural beauty. When time permits, I plan to revisit those memories and share our travel experiences through detailed blog posts. Here are some of the countries and… Continue reading

Places visited in USA

During our visits to National Parks we had visited nearby landmarks such as the Arctic Circle in Alaska, the Road to Hana in Hawaii, Garden of the Gods in Colorado, Antelope Canyon in Arizona, and Mount Rushmore in South Dakota to name a few. Individual Blog posts will be created for the above places soon.

Our Journey Through Glacier National Park – A 1½-Day Itinerary

After flying from BWI to Kalispell (via Denver) and driving to the park’s Visitor Center, we began a short yet memorable exploration of Glacier National Park, Montana Spanning the Continental Divide, Glacier is especially renowned for the legendary Going-to-the-Sun Road. Day 1 – August 5, 2021 Lake McDonald Our first stop was Lake McDonald, the… Continue reading