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The Samalayuca Sand Dunes – A Stop for Photos on the Road to Chihuahua City

The Samalayuca Sand Dunes – A Stop for Photos on the Road to Chihuahua City

by on November 20, 2012 in Destination, Mexico Travel, Photo

The drive across the flat, open road provided a sense of freedom heading deeper into Mexico. My adventure through Chihuahua was just beginning and I’d enjoy the scenic landscape the entire way to Chihuahua City. And in one part of the Chihuahua Desert a rare natural wonder exists – the Samalayuca Sand Dunes. When the […]

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Chepe – All Aboard the Chihuahua Pacifico Train to Copper Canyon

Chepe – All Aboard the Chihuahua Pacifico Train to Copper Canyon

by on November 9, 2012 in Destination, Mexico Travel, Photo

Mexico surprises. After each and every visit I return home wanting more.  My recent trip to the Mexican border state of Chihuahua proved no different. The seven nights in the state will always be remembered for the warmth of its people, the taste of its cuisine and the beauty of its landscapes. It was an […]

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A Walk through the Mayan Ruins at Chichen Itza

A Walk through the Mayan Ruins at Chichen Itza

by on November 6, 2012 in Destination, Mexico Travel, Photo

Chichen Itza, identified as one of the new seven wonders of the world, will continue to receive attention as the Mayan Calendar closes in on a new Baktun. Translated by many scholars to a December 21, 2012 date, the day represents a new era of time or as some believe the end of time. Whichever […]

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the Five – Photos of Oklahoma City

the Five – Photos of Oklahoma City

by on October 26, 2012 in Destination, Photo

Recently, I had the opportunity to spend twenty-four hours in Oklahoma City. I wasn’t sure what to expect since it was my first time to Oklahoma, but I found friendly folks and a vibrant culture. Here is a look at my time in five photos. Paseo Art District Reading the local papers over lunch I […]

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the Five – Photos of Mazatlan

the Five – Photos of Mazatlan

by on September 26, 2012 in Destination, Mexico Travel, Photo

Photographs can tell a story. I pieced together these five photographs to highlight a recent trip south of the border to Mazatlan, Mexico. Golden Zone – Playa Camarones Known as a beach destination, Mazatlan also has surf. One morning I woke up early to head down to Playa Camarones to catch a few waves. Located […]

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Passage through the Panama Canal in Photos

Passage through the Panama Canal in Photos

by on May 4, 2012 in Cruise Travel, Destination, Photo

Passage through the Panama Canal is on most maritime travelers’ bucket lists. And now after a recent cruise through the Caribbean I can check it off mine. The canal itself is impressive, very impressive. It is a modern marvel approaching 100 years operation still with its original locks. “Panamex” compliant cruise ships (a max of […]

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Take a Tour of Mayan Ball Courts

Take a Tour of Mayan Ball Courts

by on April 6, 2012 in Destination, Mexico Travel, Photo

Scholars debate the rules and outcome of the Mayan ballgame. It’s one of the many Mayan mysteries that still exist today. But one thing we know for sure, a game was played and Mayan ball courts can be found at many of the ruin sites today. Plus, the tour guides love to talk about them […]

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El San Bernardino Convent in Valladolid, Yucatan

El San Bernardino Convent in Valladolid, Yucatan

by on April 5, 2012 in Destination, Mexico Travel, Photo

After my first visit to Chichen Itza, my tour made a second stop in Valladolid before returning back to the Riviera Maya. After  lunch we walked our way down Calzada de los Frailes street and arrived at the main square. We arrived at the San Bernardino Convent. Upon arrival, each of us in the tour […]

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