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I usually post updates on Fridays and sometimes on Tuesdays. (They also may be posted on a random day of the week.)
Honestly, most of my posts in the last couple of years have been updates. So, you can tune in here for them or check out the home page.
I’m currently posting about my recent European adventures. Slowly.
Jana Irving A very swampy Congaree National Park. Visited in April 2024.
Explore the largest royal palace in the world, conveniently located in the suburbs of Naples, Italy. Continue reading
A ridge, rather than a valley, full of wonderful ruins next to a wonderful Sicilian city. Continue reading
Explore the amazing ruins of an Ancient Greek city on the southern coast of Sicily. Continue reading
Explore an adorable seaside fishing village on Sicily’s northern coast. Continue reading
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
In the middle of Sicily lies the ruins of an Ancient Roman villa filled with amazing mosaics found nowhere else. Continue reading
Explore a Sicilian city and UNESCO World Heritage site that was given new life after a devastating earthquake. Continue reading
Explorations of a Maltese town with colorful balconies and a history of torture. Continue reading
With an Ancient Roman house and hidden catacombs, Rabat is an interesting Maltese town. Continue reading
Explorations of the smallest capital city in Europe, belonging to one of the smallest countries. Continue reading
A quick day trip brings further explorations of Glen Canyon National Recreation Area. Continue reading
A South Rim resident finally takes the trip to the desolate North Rim of the Grand Canyon. Continue reading
Gaze in wonder at the fantastic rock carvings at Petroglyph National Monument. Continue reading
With Native American ruins and waterfalls, Bandelier has both nature and history. Continue reading
Located in the absolute middle of nowhere Utah is a national monument that preserves three amazing natural bridges. Continue reading
The Gunnison River cuts a dramatic canyon through the Colorado landscape in this national park. Continue reading
Check out a national monument with both dinosaurs and petroglyphs, and some nice views. So much awesome in one place. Continue reading
Canyonlands National Park is home to countless trails, dramatic views and some crazy roads. Continue reading
Explore a desert landscape full of arches, and stunning views, in Arches National Park. Continue reading
Explore grand vistas, natural bridges, and narrow canyons in this remote Utah national park. Continue reading
I return to the amazing Saguaro National Park to hike an amazing trail in the wilderness. Continue reading
Explorations of Death Valley National Park, the driest and hottest area of the United States. Continue reading
Explore a National Park unique for its desert environment and vegetation. Continue reading
Explore two national parks (and a national forest) full of giant trees and amazing views. Continue reading
A quick trip to two of Utah’s amazing National Parks, Cedar Breaks National Monument and Zion National Park. Continue reading
Wandering Jana is an archaeology and history fanatic, traveling the world to discover the past.
