Adventures with Fred and Carolyn
In which we cross the border for a very exciting futbal game. The Xolo’s played the Guadalajara Atlas team. There was lots of energy in the stadium, terrific footwork by the players, an occasional drama as players exaggerated the effects of contact with a competing player, hoping for a penalty. The various food items were … Continue reading “Gooooooal!!!”
In which Fred and Carolyn rent a Sprinter camper van for a cold weather getaway. We’ve been wanting to try out a camper or possibly motorhome for a while to decide on our ideal travel vehicle. Our plan was to do a couple of days skiing in Utah and other touring. After looking at the … Continue reading “Red Rocks, Coral Sand Dunes and Snow”
In which we return to Baja to explore its booming fine food attractions.
In which Carolyn and Fred tour Reykjavik and beyond in search of volcanos, waterfalls and a crack in the earth’s crust. First of all, they need to change the name of the country to Windland. The wind is remarkable, at its most surprising when it sneaks up behind you when you are walking. All … Continue reading “Iceland – A Fracture in the Earth’s Crust”
In which Fred plans a weekend getaway in an utterly charming and historic inn, the Korakia Pensione. I didn’t know where we were staying until we arrived. Fred had heard about this wonderful little hotel from some of his yoga friends. He made the arrangements and I was not disappointed! It’s a beautifully styled Moroccan … Continue reading “Fred Surprises Carolyn with a Romantic Getaway in Palm Springs”
In which the McClains do a road trip to the Salinas area to visit a sustainable cattle ranch preserved via help from the Nature Conservancy. The photo above peers down from the Dorrance (pronounced like the city of Torrance) ranch on to a neighboring ranch. It’s been a while since our visit and details fade, … Continue reading “A Quick Jaunt to Monterey and Tour of the Dorrance Ranch”
In which Carolyn’s love for Alexander Hamilton and the musical draw her and Fred to the Big Apple and a visit with James and Jessica.
In which we visit Copenhagen and the Svendborg home of Elisabeth Uldall and husband Allan Pelch for her 70th birthday celebration.
In which Carolyn and Fred rent a camper to chase the rare eclipse over North America.
In which Carolyn and Fred revisit fondly remembered places from our epic 2005 Trip.