We spent four memorable days in Aruba over the Memorial Day weekend in May 2025, enjoying a mix of adventure and relaxation. Itinerary Overview Arikok National Park Jeep Tour Since regular vehicles aren’t suitable for the rugged terrain of Arikok National Park, we opted for a guided Jeep tour through Viator. The entire experience, including… Continue reading
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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.
Ashrams outside India
We have visited the following ashrams in the USA and will be sharing posts about them soon:
GIR National Park, Gujrat, India
Itinerary:Day 1: Landed in Bhavnagar airport and drove to Koliaak Nishkalank Mahadev MandirDay 2: Drive to Sasan Gir, visit Somnath TempleDay 3: GIR National Park (Lion Safari), Nageshwar Jyotirlinga, Dwarka, and Beyt Dwarka (by boat)Day 4: Drive to Jamnagar Airport We visited Gir National Park in December 2022, combining the trip with visits to the… Continue reading
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