Category: Updates from the Road

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First Landing

  By Wandering Jana June 25, 2021 October 25, 2022 Blog, National Parks/Public Lands, United States, Updates from the Road, Virginia

Near where the Jamestown settlers first landed in America is now an amazing state park. Continue reading

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Fort Monroe

  By Wandering Jana June 3, 2021 October 25, 2022 Blog, Hidden History, Museums, National Parks/Public Lands, United States, Updates from the Road, Virginia

Explorations of a historic fort on the Chesapeake Bay. Continue reading

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The Outer Banks

  By Wandering Jana May 28, 2021 September 18, 2023 Blog, Modern World, National Parks/Public Lands, North Carolina, United States, Updates from the Road

A quick visit to North Carolina’s famous seaside destination.  Continue reading

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Wandering Baltimore

  By Wandering Jana May 21, 2021 October 26, 2022 Blog, Cemeteries and Tombs, Maryland, Modern World, Museums, United States, Updates from the Road, Wandering

A colonial port town turned modern city, Baltimore is full interesting neighborhoods waiting for you to explore.  Continue reading

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Great Falls of the Potomac

  By Wandering Jana May 7, 2021 October 26, 2022 Blog, Maryland, Modern World, Museums, National Parks/Public Lands, United States, Updates from the Road, Virginia

Two parks with a giant waterfall between them just fourteen miles upstream of Washington, D.C.  Continue reading

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Wandering Harpers Ferry

  By Wandering Jana April 30, 2021 October 26, 2022 Blog, Cemeteries and Tombs, Maryland, Modern World, Museums, National Parks/Public Lands, United States, Updates from the Road, Wandering, West Virginia

Explore a West Virginian town that time left behind.  Continue reading

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C&O Canal

  By Wandering Jana April 23, 2021 October 26, 2022 Blog, Hidden History, Maryland, Modern World, Museums, National Parks/Public Lands, United States, Updates from the Road, Washington DC

Follow along as I explore 184.5 miles of American history, from Appalachia to Washington, D.C.  Continue reading

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Burgess Falls

  By Wandering Jana April 9, 2021 October 26, 2022 Blog, National Parks/Public Lands, Tennessee, United States, Updates from the Road

Explore a beautiful state park along the banks of the perfectly named Falling Water River.  Continue reading

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Hot Springs

  By Wandering Jana March 26, 2021 October 26, 2022 Arkansas, Blog, National Parks/Public Lands, United States, Updates from the Road

Explore a national park located right in the downtown of a city famous for its hot springs.  Continue reading

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Fort Smith

  By Wandering Jana March 19, 2021 October 26, 2022 Arkansas, Blog, Hidden History, Modern World, Museums, National Parks/Public Lands, United States, Updates from the Road

Explore an Arkansas fort that once was on America’s frontier.  Continue reading

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Ancient Pueblos and a Giant Crater

  By Wandering Jana March 12, 2021 June 21, 2023 Ancient World, Arizona, Blog, Cemeteries and Tombs, Modern World, Museums, Route 66, United States, Updates from the Road

My last Arizona adventure ends with a visit to Homol’ovi State Park and Meteor Crater!  Continue reading

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Petrified Forest

  By Wandering Jana March 5, 2021 October 26, 2022 Ancient World, Arizona, Blog, National Parks/Public Lands, Route 66, United States, Updates from the Road

A very belated visit to a fantastic Arizona national park that features some really cool petrified wood!  Continue reading

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Lassen

  By Wandering Jana February 23, 2021 October 26, 2022 Blog, California, National Parks/Public Lands, United States, Updates from the Road

Volcanos, hot springs, mud pots and the rich smell of rotten eggs. Check out California’s Yellowstone! Continue reading

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Redwoods

  By Wandering Jana February 16, 2021 September 4, 2024 Blog, California, National Parks/Public Lands, UNESCO, United States, Updates from the Road

Redwoods is more than just one park. There’s a whole bunch of them to explore! Continue reading

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Humboldt Redwoods

  By Wandering Jana February 12, 2021 October 26, 2022 Blog, California, National Parks/Public Lands, United States, Updates from the Road

So many redwoods, so little time.  Continue reading

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Route 1: Santa Cruz to Glass Beach

  By Wandering Jana February 9, 2021 October 26, 2022 Blog, California, Modern World, National Parks/Public Lands, United States, Updates from the Road

A whole lot of Route 1 driving and a whole bunch of coastal stops along the way.  Continue reading

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Route 1: Point Lobos and Pebble Beach

  By Wandering Jana February 5, 2021 October 26, 2022 Blog, California, National Parks/Public Lands, United States, Updates from the Road

Birds, coastlines and golf? Explore two of Monterey County, California’s impressive natural areas! Continue reading

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Route 1: Coastlines and Elephant Seals

  By Wandering Jana January 29, 2021 October 26, 2022 Blog, California, Modern World, National Parks/Public Lands, United States, Updates from the Road

This journey along the California coast features wonderful beaches, craggy cliffs and shouting elephant seals! Continue reading

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Pinnacles

  By Wandering Jana December 22, 2020 October 26, 2022 Blog, California, National Parks/Public Lands, United States, Updates from the Road

My 100th update brings you California’s amazing Pinnacles National Park! Continue reading

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Lake Michigan Ghost Town

  By Wandering Jana October 9, 2020 October 26, 2022 Blog, Hidden History, Michigan, Modern World, Museums, National Parks/Public Lands, United States, Updates from the Road

The Old West doesn’t hold the monopoly on ghost towns.  Continue reading

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Pictured Rocks

  By Wandering Jana September 25, 2020 October 26, 2022 Blog, Michigan, National Parks/Public Lands, United States, Updates from the Road

For a state known for its lakeshores, this one on Lake Superior is especially fantastic.  Continue reading

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Lighthouses and Waterfalls

  By Wandering Jana September 18, 2020 August 28, 2023 Blog, Canada, Michigan, Modern World, National Parks/Public Lands, United States, Updates from the Road

A Michigan native returns home from the desert and finally sees water again.  Continue reading

Red Rock and Sloan Canyons

  By Wandering Jana September 4, 2020 October 26, 2022 Blog, National Parks/Public Lands, Nevada, United States, Updates from the Road

Two canyons, two fantastic parks located outside of bustling Las Vegas, Nevada.  Continue reading

Return to the Valley of Fire

  By Wandering Jana August 28, 2020 October 26, 2022 Blog, National Parks/Public Lands, Nevada, United States, Updates from the Road

With beautiful vistas and fantastic trails, Valley of Fire was definitely worth the return visit.  Continue reading

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Organ Pipe Cactus

  By Wandering Jana July 24, 2020 October 26, 2022 Arizona, Blog, National Parks/Public Lands, United States, Updates from the Road

A unique cactus, at a unique park, in a unique part of Arizona. Explore Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument.  Continue reading

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Caving and Saguaros

  By Wandering Jana July 17, 2020 October 26, 2022 Arizona, Blog, Modern World, National Parks/Public Lands, United States, Updates from the Road

Explore Tucson, Arizona’s natural beauty, both above ground and below.  Continue reading

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Titan Missile Museum

  By Wandering Jana June 30, 2020 October 26, 2022 Arizona, Blog, Hidden History, Modern World, Museums, United States, Updates from the Road

Check out the only remaining Titan II Missile silo in the country, a relic from the Cold War! Continue reading

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Road to Darwin

  By Wandering Jana June 26, 2020 October 26, 2022 Blog, California, Hidden History, Modern World, United States, Updates from the Road

Down a Joshua Tree lined road, not far from Death Valley, lies an old mining town gone bust.  Continue reading

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Hiking the Valley of Death

  By Wandering Jana June 12, 2020 October 26, 2022 Blog, California, National Parks/Public Lands, United States, Updates from the Road

Unique geology, beautiful canyons and a desolate desert, Death Valley National Park has a ton of hiking opportunities. Continue reading

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Viaggio Italiano: Piazza San Marco

  By Wandering Jana May 29, 2020 September 4, 2024 Blog, Early Modern World, Europe, Italy, Museums, UNESCO, Updates from the Road, Venice, Wandering

A trip to Venice would not be complete without a visit to Saint Mark’s Square! Continue reading

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Viaggio Italiano: Acqua Alta

  By Wandering Jana May 22, 2020 September 4, 2024 Blog, Cemeteries and Tombs, Early Modern World, Europe, Italy, Medieval World, Museums, UNESCO, Updates from the Road, Venice, Wandering

High water, canals and explorations of Venice, Italy. Continue reading

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Viaggio Italiano: Return to Florence, Part 2

  By Wandering Jana May 15, 2020 September 4, 2024 Blog, Castles!, Cemeteries and Tombs, Early Modern World, Europe, Florence, Italy, Medieval World, Museums, UNESCO, Updates from the Road, Wandering

Explorations of Florence continue with wonderful gardens, palaces, churches and museums, all the staples of urban tourism. Continue reading

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Viaggio Italiano: Return to Florence, Part 1

  By Wandering Jana May 12, 2020 September 4, 2024 Blog, Early Modern World, Europe, Florence, Italy, Medieval World, Museums, UNESCO, Updates from the Road, Wandering

A return visit to Florence takes me to some of the city’s most beloved sights.  Continue reading

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Viaggio Italiano: Return to Siena

  By Wandering Jana May 8, 2020 September 4, 2024 Blog, Europe, Italy, Medieval World, Museums, UNESCO, Updates from the Road, Wandering

Explore a wonderful Tuscan city known for its stunning cathedral. Continue reading

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Viaggio Italiano: Wandering Tivoli

  By Wandering Jana May 1, 2020 September 4, 2024 Ancient World, Blog, Early Modern World, Europe, Italy, Museums, UNESCO, Updates from the Road, Wandering

Explore two villas built over a thousand years apart in this sleepy county town outside of Rome. Continue reading

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Viaggio Italiano: Return to Rome, Part 2

  By Wandering Jana April 24, 2020 September 4, 2024 Ancient World, Blog, Castles!, Cemeteries and Tombs, Early Modern World, Europe, Italy, Medieval World, Museums, Rome, UNESCO, Updates from the Road, Wandering

Churches, churches and more churches, tag along as I explore some of my favorite sights in Rome.  Continue reading

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Viaggio Italiano: Return to Rome, Part 1

  By Wandering Jana April 21, 2020 September 4, 2024 Ancient World, Blog, Cemeteries and Tombs, Early Modern World, Europe, Italy, Medieval World, Museums, Rome, UNESCO, Updates from the Road, Wandering

Returning to explore more of the Eternal City with two days jam packed full of ancient ruins and other awesome sights! Continue reading

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Viaggio Italiano: Royal Palace of Caserta

  By Wandering Jana April 17, 2020 September 4, 2024 Blog, Early Modern World, Europe, Italy, Museums, Naples, UNESCO, Updates from the Road

Explore the largest royal palace in the world, conveniently located in the suburbs of Naples, Italy. Continue reading

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Viaggio Italiano: Return to Naples

  By Wandering Jana April 10, 2020 September 4, 2024 Ancient World, Blog, Castles!, Cemeteries and Tombs, Early Modern World, Europe, Italy, Medieval World, Modern World, Museums, Naples, UNESCO, Updates from the Road, Wandering

Tag along as I return once again to the amazing city of Naples, Italy. Continue reading

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Viaggio Italiano: Return to Pompeii

  By Wandering Jana April 3, 2020 September 4, 2024 Ancient World, Blog, Cemeteries and Tombs, Europe, Italy, Museums, Naples, UNESCO, Updates from the Road, Wandering

Explore the ruins of the world’s most famous buried city! Continue reading

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Viaggio Italiano: Valley of the Temples

  By Wandering Jana March 20, 2020 September 4, 2024 Ancient World, Blog, Cemeteries and Tombs, Europe, Italy, Museums, UNESCO, Updates from the Road

A ridge, rather than a valley, full of wonderful ruins next to a wonderful Sicilian city. Continue reading

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Viaggio Italiano: the Ruins of Selinunte

  By Wandering Jana March 17, 2020 July 12, 2021 Ancient World, Blog, Europe, Italy, Museums, Updates from the Road

Explore the amazing ruins of an Ancient Greek city on the southern coast of Sicily. Continue reading

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Viaggio Italiano: Wandering Cefalù

  By Wandering Jana March 10, 2020 September 4, 2024 Blog, Early Modern World, Europe, Italy, Medieval World, Modern World, UNESCO, Updates from the Road, Wandering

Explore an adorable seaside fishing village on Sicily’s northern coast. Continue reading

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Viaggio Italiano: Wandering Monreale

  By Wandering Jana March 6, 2020 September 4, 2024 Blog, Cemeteries and Tombs, Early Modern World, Europe, Hidden History, Italy, Medieval World, Museums, UNESCO, Updates from the Road, Wandering

Beautiful mosaics, a stunning cloister, and a majestic cathedral bring pilgrims from around the world to this hillside town outside of Palermo, Italy. Continue reading

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Viaggio Italiano: Wandering Palermo, Part Two

  By Wandering Jana February 28, 2020 October 26, 2022 Ancient World, Blog, Early Modern World, Europe, Italy, Medieval World, Modern World, Museums, Updates from the Road, Wandering

Further explorations take me through the bustling streets of Palermo.  Continue reading

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Viaggio Italiano: Wandering Palermo, Part One

  By Wandering Jana February 25, 2020 September 18, 2023 Blog, Castles!, Cemeteries and Tombs, Early Modern World, Europe, Italy, Medieval World, Museums, Updates from the Road, Wandering

Explore Palermo, Sicily’s two most amazing attractions! Continue reading

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Viaggio Italiano: Villa Romana del Casale

  By Wandering Jana February 21, 2020 September 4, 2024 Ancient World, Blog, Europe, Hidden History, Italy, Museums, UNESCO, Updates from the Road

In the middle of Sicily lies the ruins of an Ancient Roman villa filled with amazing mosaics found nowhere else. Continue reading

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Viaggio Italiano: Wandering Syracuse

  By Wandering Jana February 11, 2020 September 4, 2024 Ancient World, Blog, Castles!, Early Modern World, Europe, Italy, Medieval World, Museums, UNESCO, Updates from the Road, Wandering

Explore one of Sicily’s most famous and oldest cities. Continue reading

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Viaggio Italiano: Wandering Noto

  By Wandering Jana February 7, 2020 September 4, 2024 Blog, Early Modern World, Europe, Hidden History, Italy, UNESCO, Updates from the Road, Wandering

Explore a Sicilian city and UNESCO World Heritage site that was given new life after a devastating earthquake. Continue reading

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Viaggio Italiano: Wandering Taormina

  By Wandering Jana February 4, 2020 October 26, 2022 Ancient World, Blog, Early Modern World, Europe, Italy, Medieval World, Museums, Updates from the Road, Wandering

Explorations of an adorable city high above the Mediterranean Sea. Continue reading