Journey to the Bottom of the World Embarking on a journey from Ushuaia, Argentina, the southernmost city in the world, our adventure aboard the Norwegian Star began with excitement and anticipation. This trip was a continuation of our cruise that had started in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Ushuaia, with its picturesque landscapes and end-of-the-world charm, was …
Steve’s Commitment to Habitat for Humanity When not exploring the world, Steve dedicates his time to the Habitat for Humanity Restore in Franklin, Wisconsin. Habitat for Humanity aims to address inadequate housing by partnering with communities to build and renovate affordable homes. Their mission is to bring people together to build homes, communities, and hope. …
Finding Joy in Both Adventures and Everyday Activities Retirement was our chance to explore the world, free from work schedules. But we’ve realized that constant travel isn’t practical or desirable for us. Travel is a big part of our retirement but balancing it with other fulfilling activities and responsibilities has been key to a well-rounded …
Exploring the Beauty and Wonders of the Tropical Paradise Starting our journey in the vibrant capital city of San José, we embarked on an unforgettable road trip through the stunning landscapes of Costa Rica. Our first destination was the charming town of La Fortuna, nestled at the base of the majestic Arenal Volcano. La Fortuna: …
From the moment of our arrival, Cartagena had a whole different feel than Bogota. First of all, we left 68 degrees and mountains and landed along Columbia’s Caribbean coast with 90 degrees and humidity. Arriving on a domestic flight was less involved and the airport was less chaotic. No cab issues either. A little machine …
We are on the road again, the international version, that is. After almost 3 years of mostly domestic travel by car, we put our adventurous caps back on and are traveling in Colombia, South America. Why go to Colombia? Our son Mark spent Jan. and Feb. 2020 in Medellin, Colombia and loved it. He rented …
We got home safely from Bangkok Thailand on March 16, 2020. We self-isolated. Wore our masks as required. Social distanced. Didn’t go anywhere. The spring weather was bad in Milwaukee and the days were very long and dull. Our excitement came down to watching a plastic bag float outside our 19th floor window as we …
We are home, we are safe and we are self distancing. Even before we left, the universe was beginning to speak. Some of the places we were thinking of visiting in Australia were being ravaged by bush fires. By some accounts, over 32,000 square miles were destroyed by the fires. To put that into perspective, …
First of all, thank you to everyone who has reached out to check on us as the coronavirus situation has evolved. So to answer your concerns, we are well aware of the rapidly expanding epidemic and the potential risks. Thankfully, we have been safely tucked away in Australia and New Zealand for the past 10 …