I've always wanted to go to Santa Fe, New Mexico. When I was younger, I lived in Southern New Mexico, but I was young and dumb and didn't have the wanderlust I have now. For my 60th Birthday, Rick planned a 5-day whirlwind that had us stay in all four states, ending with two days in Santa Fe. Click below to read about this adventure

A week in St. Augustine, in the middle of November, was wonderful. The weather was great, shorts every day. Tiki really does prefer the warm weather! We hiked all over the oldest city in America. founded in 1565, is the oldest continuously occupied European-established settlement in the United States.

One of the highlights was a visit to the Fountain of Youth. I took a drink, but don't see or feel and different. Click below to read more.

Amelia Island was on my go-to list and it was as beautiful as I expected it to be. Rich in history, great beaches, a beautiful historic down town makes this a great place for a few days to rest, relax and enjoy.

Niagara Falls is a stunning natural wonder on the border of the United States and Canada, made up of three waterfalls: Horseshoe Falls, American Falls, and Bridal Veil Falls. Known for its incredible power and beauty, it has one of the highest flow rates in the world. Horseshoe Falls, the largest, lies mostly on the Canadian side and creates a constant mist that often forms rainbows. The falls attract millions of visitors each year who come to witness their thunderous roar, take boat tours, and enjoy breathtaking views.

The first time we went to Key West we were on a cruise. One of the ports of call was supposed to be in Honduras but, that was cancelled that morning because of a dock strike and unrest in the country. So, we ended up going to Key West instead. At first I was disappointed because it was one of our first cruises and it would have been our first time in Honduras but I quickly fell in love with Duval Street. I was thrilled to go back and stay for a couple of days.

Tiki's Carnival Elation cruise in January 2025 was the coldest cruise he's been on. But, that didn't stop him from finding fun and, it was his first time on the Elation. Click below to see pictures and find out what he liked about one of Carnival's smallest ships.

Wormsloe Historic Site is a breathtaking estate known for its iconic 1.5-mile-long oak-lined avenue and rich colonial history. Established in 1736 by Noble Jones, one of Georgia’s original settlers, Wormsloe served as a military outpost to defend against Spanish threats from Florida. Jones, a skilled carpenter and doctor, built a fortified home using tabby, a mixture of lime, sand, and oyster shells, making it the oldest standing structure in Savannah. Visitors can explore the ruins of this historic home, walk scenic trails through Georgia’s coastal marshes, and experience living history demonstrations that showcase colonial crafts and military drills.

Tiki loved traveling with is G-Ma. This was one of their favorite trips. He misses her. They would go somewhere in the Blue Ridge, or Smokey Mountains every year.

This was Tiki's last cruise before COVID shut everything down for awhile. He's not complaining though. Tiki is smart enough to know to be careful -- sadly he knows people who suffered too much because of that nasty virus. But he sure had fun on this trip!

Old Fort Jackson won't take a lot of time out of your busy schedule, but it's worth a quick stop to learn about the fort and the vital role it played in American history

It is the oldest standing brick fort in the state and one of the best-preserved Second System coastal fortifications in the U.S.

Built: 1808, as part of President Thomas Jefferson’s coastal defense initiatives. Named After: James Jackson, a Revolutionary War hero and later governor of Georgia. War of 1812: Used to defend Savannah from potential British attacks. Civil War: Served as a Confederate stronghold until 1864, when Union forces took Savannah during Sherman’s March to the Sea.

The Kansas City Renaissance Festival was a whole lot of fun! Kristoff Joined me and his grand pup parents for the weekend. This is a festival I'd go back to again and again. Pirates, wenches, duels and more made for a great weekend.

Tiki knew after his first trip to Beaufort, S.C. the low country was his kinda place. He went back for a second visit and eventually started exploring the option of moving there. Turns out, housing was a little out of his price range -- but he ended up real close. Read more to see just why he loves it so much

St. Joseph, Mo. is rich in American History. The city is home to 12 museums and some amazing architecture. St. Joseph was a stop on the Pony Express and where the infamous outlaw, Jesse James, fell to a shot in the back. Tiki thoroughly enjoyed this weekend trip