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John and Kristie are walking down a colorful pedestrian street lined with banners. They seem to be enjoying their time exploring the city.
John and Kristie are walking down a colorful pedestrian street lined with banners. They seem to be enjoying their time exploring the city.

Denver Adventures

August 15, 2026
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DENVER, CO :: A few more random adventures in and around Denver. We wandered historic Larimer Square, won some stuffies at the Claw Den arcade, got lost browsing Colorado’s...

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A large bison with impressive horns stands amidst tall, golden grass in a museum exhibit. The scene captures the majestic presence of this iconic North American animal.
A large bison with impressive horns stands amidst tall, golden grass in a museum exhibit. The scene captures the majestic presence of this iconic North American animal.

Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge

August 13, 2026
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COMMERCE CITY, CO :: Next stop: Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge! We started at the visitor center and learned about the site’s fascinating transformation...

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A small orange bird perched on a shrub.
A small orange bird perched on a shrub.

Hosmers Grove Birding

October 29, 2025
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HOSMERS GROVE, HALEAKALA NATIONAL PARK, KULA, HI :: We wrapped up our Maui trip high on Haleakala, hunting for the increasingly elusive ʻIʻiwi in Hosmer Grove (elevation...

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A spinning ride with riders enjoying the thrill against a clear blue sky.
A spinning ride with riders enjoying the thrill against a clear blue sky.

Six Flags Magic Mountain

August 11, 2025
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SIX FLAGS MAGIC MOUNTAIN, VALENCIA, CA :: Two wild days at Six Flags Magic Mountain! The coasters? Absolutely insane. The heat? Also insane. But it was all worth the sweat!...

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A panoramic view of the Temple of the Sun at Machu Picchu, featuring stone ruins on a grassy hillside. Visitors walk along steps under a bright blue sky with scattered clouds.
A panoramic view of the Temple of the Sun at Machu Picchu, featuring stone ruins on a grassy hillside. Visitors walk along steps under a bright blue sky with scattered clouds.

Xunantunich Mayan Ruins

January 19, 2025
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XUNANTUNICH MAYAN RUINS, SAN IGNACIO, BELIZE :: Today we took our trusty 4Runner within a mile of the Guatemalan border to explore the ancient Mayan city of Xunantunich, believed...

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A rugged volcanic landscape features dark lava rocks in the foreground and snow-capped mountains under a clear blue sky.
A rugged volcanic landscape features dark lava rocks in the foreground and snow-capped mountains under a clear blue sky.

Terwilliger Hot Springs

August 28, 2024
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TERWILLIGER HOT SPRINGS, BLUE RIVER, OR :: On the way to Terwilliger Hot Springs from Bend, I enjoyed twisting through the beautiful unburnt areas of the Deschutes and Willamette...

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A bird's-eye view of Wizard Island in Crater Lake, showcasing its deep blue water and volcanic caldera landscape.
A bird's-eye view of Wizard Island in Crater Lake, showcasing its deep blue water and volcanic caldera landscape.

Crater Lake National Park

August 27, 2024
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CRATER LAKE NATIONAL PARK, OR :: My first time visiting Crater Lake National Park, and I was blown away! Sure, it’s a lake in a volcano, but I was not...

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A person standing on dry, cracked earth with a close-up view of the textured soil.
A person standing on dry, cracked earth with a close-up view of the textured soil.

Alvord Hot Springs

August 26, 2024
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ALVORD HOT SPRINGS, FIELDS, OR :: Alvord Desert is a very large dry lake bed – about eight miles wide and 70 miles long! It’s where Jessi Combs tragically died...

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A person walks on a blue metal grid bridge suspended against a rocky cliff face.
A person walks on a blue metal grid bridge suspended against a rocky cliff face.

Glacier Canyon

August 14, 2024
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GLACIER CANYON -GRINDLEWALD, UNTERSEEN, SWITZERLAND :: We explored an impressively deep glacial canyon that was recently featured on the Amazing Race. In that episode, the teams...

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A person enjoying a luge ride on a metal track winding through a green hillside, with a luge station visible in the background.
A person enjoying a luge ride on a metal track winding through a green hillside, with a luge station visible in the background.

Pfingstegg

August 13, 2024
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PFINGSTEGG, GRINDELWALD, SWITZERLAND :: Pfingstegg is a cool little park on the side of the mountain with a fun alpine slide and forest swing coaster. It also has a playground...

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Hikers walk along a rocky mountain trail with a scenic view of a turquoise lake.
Hikers walk along a rocky mountain trail with a scenic view of a turquoise lake.

Schynige Platte

August 8, 2024
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SCHYNIGE PLATTE, WILDERSWIL, SWITZERLAND :: Schynige Platte is one of the best trails in the Bernese Oberland! Unfortunately, it requires riding the slowest cog train in the world...

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Jungfrau

August 7, 2024
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JUNGFRAU – TOP OF EUROPE, INTERLAKEN, SWITZERLAND :: Some photos from “The Top of Europe” at Jungfraujoch overlooking the Aletsch Glacier, the largest in the...

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Visitors in winter clothing explore a stunning tunnel carved into a glacier's blue ice.
Visitors in winter clothing explore a stunning tunnel carved into a glacier's blue ice.

Ice Palace Jungfraujoch

August 7, 2024
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ICE PALACE, JUNGFRAUJOCH, SWITZERLAND :: Also at Jungfraujoch are a small network of caves carved into the glacier! Since 1934, the Ice Palace has hosted visitors in a chilly...

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Visitors observe a large illuminated snow globe labeled 'A Little Dream of Switzerland' surrounded by glowing yellow stars in a darkened exhibit space.
Visitors observe a large illuminated snow globe labeled 'A Little Dream of Switzerland' surrounded by glowing yellow stars in a darkened exhibit space.

Alpine Sensation

August 6, 2024
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ALPINE SENSATION, JUNGFRAUJOCH, SWITZERLAND :: We took a train to Jungfraujoch, Europe’s highest railway station at 11,332 feet! Built over 112 years ago on a well-financed...

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Visit the iconic mammoth playground structure at Mount Hood Meadows. It's a perfect blend of fun and mountain views.
Visit the iconic mammoth playground structure at Mount Hood Meadows. It's a perfect blend of fun and mountain views.

Männlichen Royal Walk

August 2, 2024
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MÄNNLICHEN ROYAL WALK, WENGEN, SWITZERLAND :: Our first destination in Switzerland was Männlichen for The Royal Walk. Not sure why it’s called that, but the views...

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Two people crouching on a dark, rocky terrain, stacking stones into intricate spiral formations known as lethis.
Two people crouching on a dark, rocky terrain, stacking stones into intricate spiral formations known as lethis.

Grindavik

July 31, 2024
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GRINDAVIK, ICELAND :: Before leaving the area, we stopped by the lava field that flowed through a few weeks ago, cutting off the main road to Grindavik and the Blue...

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A large, sculpted blue iceberg featuring a natural arch floating in a misty arctic sea. A stunning polar scene captured during a remote travel expedition.
A large, sculpted blue iceberg featuring a natural arch floating in a misty arctic sea. A stunning polar scene captured during a remote travel expedition.

Jökulsárlón

July 30, 2024
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JÖKULSÁRLÓN, SKAFTAFELL, ICELAND :: Jokulsarlon is a large glacial lagoon filled with icebergs calving from Vatnajokull, Europe’s second largest glacier....

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A family enjoys a day at an amusement park, watching the rides and attractions from a wooden stand.
A family enjoys a day at an amusement park, watching the rides and attractions from a wooden stand.

Six Flags Fiesta Texas

April 9, 2024
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SIX FLAGS FIESTA TEXAS, SAN ANTONIO, TX :: Kristie has been to Magic Mountain, but it was the first Six Flags experience for the twins and me! As expected, the...

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Family posing at the Adventure Park welcome sign in Breckenridge, Colorado.
Family posing at the Adventure Park welcome sign in Breckenridge, Colorado.

Leavenworth Adventure Park

July 17, 2023
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LEAVENWORTH ADVENTURE PARK, LEAVENWORTH, WA :: Another fun extended weekend in Chelan, including a stop in Leavenworth to ride the new alpine coaster! ✖ Cozy Porch Swings at...

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A scenic coastal trail with a hiker walking along the path, overlooking the ocean on a sunny day.
A scenic coastal trail with a hiker walking along the path, overlooking the ocean on a sunny day.

Jakle’s Lagoon

April 17, 2023
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JAKLE'S LAGOON, FRIDAY HARBOR, WA :: Beautiful 3.6 mile loop hike along the peninsula between Griffin Bay and the Strait of Juan de Fuca. It starts in the forest and...

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A paved path winds through lush green meadows with snow-capped mountains and drifts of clouds in the background. People are seen strolling along the path enjoying the scenic mountain vista.
A paved path winds through lush green meadows with snow-capped mountains and drifts of clouds in the background. People are seen strolling along the path enjoying the scenic mountain vista.

First Mountain Trikes

July 21, 2022
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FIRST, GRINDELWALD, SWITZERLAND :: Gondolas are a great way to get down a mountain, but off-road trikes are way more fun! We rolled down the three kilometers of twisted track...

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Two people posing with a moai statue on a scenic hillside with cable cars in the background under a cloudy sky. The setting includes a rocky path and rolling green terrain.
Two people posing with a moai statue on a scenic hillside with cable cars in the background under a cloudy sky. The setting includes a rocky path and rolling green terrain.

First

July 19, 2022
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FIRST, GRINDELWALD, SWITZERLAND :: Our last day in Switzerland was our First! Rather, it was on the mountain named First (pronounced Feerst). Another four gondola rides to the...

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A scenic overlook at a mountain station offers stunning panoramic views of snow-capped peaks. The bright sun illuminates the clear blue sky.
A scenic overlook at a mountain station offers stunning panoramic views of snow-capped peaks. The bright sun illuminates the clear blue sky.

Schilthorn

July 16, 2022
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SCHILTHORN – PIZ GLORIA, MÜRREN, SWITZERLAND :: Today we rode four gondolas to the summit of Schilthorn at 9744 feet. It’s famous for being in the James Bond...

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Panoramic view of Snoqualmie Falls and the surrounding rock gorge with a viewing platform.
Panoramic view of Snoqualmie Falls and the surrounding rock gorge with a viewing platform.

Trümmelbachfälle

July 15, 2022
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TRÜMMELBACHFÄLLE, LAUTERBRUNNEN, SWITZERLAND :: Trummelbach is the largest subterranean waterfall in Europe, fed by the snows of the mighty Eiger, Monch and Jungfrau. We...

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A hotel building features a vibrant beach mural and wooden balconies overflowing with greenery. Pink bougainvillea blooms in the foreground against a blue sky.
A hotel building features a vibrant beach mural and wooden balconies overflowing with greenery. Pink bougainvillea blooms in the foreground against a blue sky.

Icicle Village Resort

August 14, 2021
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ICICLE VILLAGE RESORT, LEAVENWORTH, WA :: We stayed at the Icicle Village Resort during our extended weekend in Leavenworth. It's a pretty decent hotel with heated pools, a nice...

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An orange wheelbarrow-style yard waste wagon with a shredder attachment sits in front of a large pile of fresh green branches.
Two babies playing on a patterned blanket in a cozy living room with a TV nearby.
A serene cave entrance surrounded by dense greenery, with clear water reflecting the lush environment.
Two young girls smile and laugh on a carpeted staircase inside their home. The setting is a bright, white stairwell in a family home.
A group of children sit at a table sharing a meal of pizza and drinks in a casual cafeteria setting.
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A woodpecker perches atop a rugged rocky formation in the Pacific Northwest.
A cat investigating a rustic Easter basket filled with colorful eggs on a sunny day. The basket is made of twigs and sits on a white surface.
A bronze surfer statue adorned with a pink floral lei stands against a backdrop of palm trees and a clear blue sky. The image captures iconic Hawaiian coastal scenery.
A stone path winds through a lush, green tropical garden toward a traditional thatched-roof building. Visitors stroll along the walkway amidst dense foliage and palm trees.
Friends and family enjoy a shared moment in the stands of a large outdoor stadium during a game.
Group of dolphins swimming with dorsal fins visible near a forested shoreline. Snow-cap mountain rises high in the distant background.
Vibrant aurora borealis glowing in the night sky above the Pacific Ocean.
A family with two children wearing Minnie Mouse ears jumps joyfully in front of a topiary garden. White flowers and palm trees complete the scenic background.
Children playing and splashing in a water park with bright blue skies and vibrant clothing.
A stainless steel grill with burgers, corn, and vegetables cooking on the grates. Condiments and drinks are placed on the side.
A grand building with arched windows, stone carvings, and a central statue atop a fountain. A red and yellow flag waves above against a blue sky.
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A woman smiles joyfully in front of a vibrant Circus backdrop.
Skiers and snowboarders gathering near a ski lodge as the sun sets.
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