Big Rock Falls and Swimming Hole: Feel Like a Kid Again
Ever since I was a child I have wanted to swim in a pool below a waterfall. While I’ve had some wonderful experiences in …
Oh Those Cuban Cars
I recently had the privilege of visiting the great country of Cuba. Regardless of whether or not I believe in their politics, I do …
Blancaneaux Lodge: A Jungle Paradise in Belize’s Cayo District
So, I have to admit, one of my guilty pleasures is adding a wee bit of pampering to our Life Bus adventures when there …
Weekly Photo Challenge: Color
What can I say about color? It is what drives me to photography! I love it – I live for it. Based on the …
Celebrating and Surviving the End of the Mayan Calendar in the Belizean Jungle
As Todd and I were sitting in the canoe with our guide Jose, heading into a dark, narrow cave, I began to question the …
The Indescribable Adventure to the Everest Base Camp
Hello from the Life Bus!! After about a month of being away, FastPam is slowly getting back into the swing of daily life. Had …
Top 10 Essentials for Surviving Everest Base Camp
3 days to go before I set off to Kathmandu for my epic trek up to Everest Base Camp. Packing for a trip …
Lost in the Woods …. Now What?
Have you ever wondered what would happen to you if you were lost or injured in the wilderness and just who those people are …
Found: Unexpected Beautiful Nugget in Houston, TX
Do you ever find yourself in a place that just doesn’t float your boat? I travel frequently for work and was recently commuting to …
Backpacking in Denali National Park – Adventure at its Finest!
If you want to experience Denali National Park up close and personal, backpacking through this jewel is the way to go. The chance of …
Red Rocks, Blue Skies, Gorgeous Scenery, and Solitude …. Gateway, Colorado
Even though we Life Busers definitely like visiting far-flung corners of the globe, we often say that there is still so much yet to …
Winter Trekking in Nepal….The Preparation Begins
I have 35 ish days to go before I make the 24+ hour journey to Nepal for a 2.5 week trek to the Everest Base …
The Life Bus Returns from Portugal
I have to be honest, Portugal was never high on my list as a place to vacation.…I always felt like ‘I will get there …
The Art and Color of Portugal
I just spent 12 unforgettable days in Portugal and one thing I have to say is there is art and color EVERYWHERE from the …
Fall Color and Cathedral Lake, Aspen, CO
Fall in Colorado is hands-down my favorite time of the year. The air is crisp, aspen leaves are changing and it is the …
The Best Crabs You’ll Ever Have
On our layover in Juneau between our East Turner Lake adventure and flying to Gustavus, we had exactly one hour before our plane left. …
Hut Trippin’ in the Colorado Rockies
One of my favorite things to do in Colorado in the winter is to ‘do a hut trip’. What does that mean exactly? Well, …
Learn French in Guadeloupe!
Have you ever heard of the Caribbean island of Guadeloupe? If not, no sweat, I never heard of it before Greg brought it up …
Zermatt – A Bucket List Must!!
I have to admit that when planning our trip to Zermatt, I was looking forward to going there but I wasn’t so excited that …
The Perfect Honeymoon – Hiking the Aspen Four Pass Loop
If you’re looking for a honeymoon idea, let me suggest the Aspen Four Pass Loop as an option. Of course, you should throw in …
Lauterbrunnen: A Magical, Majestic Swiss Valley
When the Life Bus took Todd and me to Switzerland, there was one place we had to see above all others – Lauterbrunnen. There …
Mohawk Lakes, Breckenridge, CO
This past Labor Day weekend, Lexi, Todd, Greg and I spent a few days in Summit County. In true Life Bus fashion, we …
Beachfront Oasis in Tulum, Mexico
The first time I vacationed in the Cancun area was in 1990 and I had just broken up with a boyfriend. I knew back …
Slot Canyons in Page, AZ
At first glance, Page, AZ looks like an old washed up desert town with bad diners and cheap motels (this part is true in …
Aspen Golden Leaf Half Trail Marathon
Every person who loves beautiful fall foliage, gorgeous mountain views, a fun personal challenge, and an epic ski town has to do this race …
Bhutan: The Chomolhari Trek
Have you ever wanted to experience the Himalayas without the fear of crime, funky food, crowds and pollution? Look no further than Bhutan (minus …
Home Stays and Rice Paddies in Vietnam
After many years of traveling around Europe, I began to feel the need to venture into Asia. Asia has become one of my favorite …
A Pie Worth a Trip to Otis
To understand just how good the pie is at the Otis Cafe and why it merits its own pilgrimage to Otis, you have to know …
Paddling the Blue Waters of Lake Tahoe
I clearly heard Greg say he wanted to start our summer road trip in Lake Tahoe as he thought it would be a great …
Talkeetna: Funky Mountain Town with the World’s Best Cinnamon Rolls
In true Life Bus fashion, Pam. Greg, Todd, and I were continuing our Alaskan adventure by driving to Denali National Park to try our …
Great Food in Coral Bay St. John’s USVI
So ya’ gotta eat while you are on an adventure, right? My friends routinely tease me because I vividly remember meals I have eaten …
The Awesomeness that is St. John’s USVI
Who knew that you could find quiet beaches, secluded hikes, pristine snorkeling, and an environmentally friendly resort in the Caribbean without shelling out hundreds …
Southeast Alaska – Cabins, Float Planes, Grizzlies, and Fish
If you really, REALLY want to get away from it all: TV’s, cellphones, spouses, kids, work, escape to Alaska where it is easy to …
24 Perfect Hours in Carmel-by-the-Sea, California
When I was 17 years old, I took a road trip down the California coast with my best friend’s family. It was the first …
Climbing Half Dome??
Climbing Half Dome (the Dome) has NEVER been on my bucket list – not even for a second. I have a ridiculous fear …
The Gypsy Road Trip – Yosemite National Park
Let me start by saying this, I rarely (if ever) go on vacation without at least securing lodging reservations ahead of time. My internal logic …
The Journey to the Top of Kilimanjaro
First things first, I have to say this was the most physically and emotionally challenging journey of my life …It is also a difficult …
One Perfect Weekend in the Indian Peaks Wilderness
In a state filled with so many iconic images, it’s hard to find one that seems to still be somewhat of a secret. So, …
Fun and easy singletrack ride close to Colorado Springs and Denver
For those days when you just want to relax, have fun, and see some pretty scenery I recommend a mountain bike ride near Larkspur, …
