The Cliffs of Moher lived up to the hype, and then some. Truly stunning. We walked the 5-mile cliff path from the Visitor's Center to Doolin. There are actually two paths: one safe and one not so much. Betsy, of course, chose the thrilling path.This is every bit as scary as it looks. See that … Continue reading Ireland Day 2: Oh the Cliffs!
Ireland May 2017!After two years of traveling in North America, we have come abroad again for this trip to magical Ireland.In O'Hare, on our way!Travel can be exhausting, but we are older and wiser now and understand that life is made up of choices, which should and did include hiring a car and a driver … Continue reading Ireland 2017
Here we are in Ucluelet. Yes, hard to pronounce. U-Clue-Let. Say it 3 times fast. You can't. (especially if you've had a glass of wine or two). Locals just say Ukey. That works.Oh my. What a great place this is. First, there's The Copper Cabin.It's called the Copper Cabin for a reason -- tricked out … Continue reading Wild Pacific Trail, Ucluelet and A Wonderful Night
Ah, Saturna Island. The Gulf Islands of British Columbia, of which there are several, are each unique and beautiful, with specific things about each one, but Saturna may be our favorite of the ones we are visiting. With around just 300 residents, this rugged and lush island is home to a friendly and closely knit … Continue reading Saturna Island: Among Our Favorite Places
Galiano Island was a beauty of scenic riches, full of the biggest ferns and some of the tallest cedars we have ever seen. At the end of our hike, we stopped by a great little sandwich shop for some well-deserved wine and beer to get a sandwich for the next day and headed back to … Continue reading Bender on South Pender
We saw the most spectacular views we've ever seen during our hike Sunday on Galiano Island.We set out after a great breakfast at the Inn. We walked a great trail and eventually climbed Mount Galiano. We've never seen anything like that view. The hike was challenging, but so worth it. In fact, all of these … Continue reading High Climbs, Great Vistas, Fabulous Food
Kim & Betsy 