Whenever we travel near a body of water, one of the first things that we look for is a lighthouse. They are always so beautiful and have this beacon of hope to them that is unlike any other structure. They literally shine light into darkness, and help vessels on the water navigate where they wouldContinue reading “Myers Point Lighthouse”
Tag Archives: Nature
Ludlowville Park And The Secret Waterfall
If you are interested in seeing a really beautiful nature area that is a little off the regular path in the Ithaca New York region, you will want to check out Ludlowville Park and its secret waterfall. Perhaps the word “secret” is a little bold of a term, but I would say that it isContinue reading “Ludlowville Park And The Secret Waterfall”
Cascadilla Gorge Trail
One of the most vibrant and beautiful waterfall spots that you can hike in Ithaca is the Cascadilla Gorge Trail. On our travels there, we parked on Linn Street, and this was very close to the lower entrance of the waterfall. As you walk up to the main lower fall, you will cross a littleContinue reading “Cascadilla Gorge Trail”
Cabin View Alpacas Trumansburg New York
In our travels around the Ithaca New York region, we knew that we had to stop at the adorable Cabin View Alpaca Farm! This farm is located about 24 minutes from Ithaca at 9435 Congress Street Ext in Trumansburg NY, on the west side of the Cayuga Lake. I have always been obsessed with alpacas,Continue reading “Cabin View Alpacas Trumansburg New York”
Taughannock Falls State Park
One of the most interesting and truly magnificent waterfalls that we had the opportunity to see while visiting New York was the Taughannock Falls. We stayed in Ithaca, and it took us a little less then 20 minutes to get there (about a 10 mile drive) and the location is slightly northwest of the city.Continue reading “Taughannock Falls State Park”
Why You Should Visit The Lively Run Goat Dairy In Interlaken New York
The Finger Lake region of New York is not only known for their delightful nature areas but for their gorgeous farms as well, and in particular the dairy farms. With this in mind, we decided on our trip in Ithaca to make a stop at the Lively Run Goat Dairy Farm and Creamery. IfContinue reading “Why You Should Visit The Lively Run Goat Dairy In Interlaken New York”
A Day Trip To The Elmwood Park Zoo
One of our favorite local zoos in the Philadelphia area is the Elmwood Park Zoo. It is a very walkable and approachable spot, and many of the paths are wheelchair and stroller accessible. As a side note that there are slopes and hills in the park and paths, so just be aware of thatContinue reading “A Day Trip To The Elmwood Park Zoo”
Sheep Shearing Day At Fox Chase Farm
For the last several years, I have had a slight obsession with sheep. After seeing them meander around the roads in Iceland, and watching their athletic ability when climbing mountains, I have been in awe at their strength and sweetness. After a winter stuck inside (not just with the weather but with a severeContinue reading “Sheep Shearing Day At Fox Chase Farm”
Shofuso Japanese House And Garden
Spring is a magical time in Pennsylvania. It feels like nature is starting to wake up, warmer weather bring us into her embrace, and the branches of the trees dance with blossoms and sparks of green. In the Northeast, we typically have pretty long winters (even in the spring, we can fluctuate with colder days.)Continue reading “Shofuso Japanese House And Garden”
Why You Should Visit The Fall Creek Suspension Bridge In Ithaca New York
The Fall Creek Suspension Bridge, which is located in Ithaca New York, is a must visit if you are traveling to or live in this beautiful and picturesque area. It is situated right by Fall Creek Drive (the address is 310 Fall Creek Drive, Ithaca NY, 14850), and it is also within the range ofContinue reading “Why You Should Visit The Fall Creek Suspension Bridge In Ithaca New York”
Ithaca Falls Natural Area
On our second day in Ithaca New York, as the light of the day awakened us, we noticed that rain was starting to mist from the sky. Luckily, we had all packed extra light jackets and sturdy shoes in case if for some reason we did manage to hit arduous weather conditions. After we hadContinue reading “Ithaca Falls Natural Area”
The Robert H. Treman State Park
The first day that we arrived in Ithaca we tried to see as many waterfalls as possible. We were in luck when we found the Robert H. Treman State Park. To give you a little history on this area, Mr. Treman initially purchased this land area in 1915, which surrounded the Enfield Falls. ThisContinue reading “The Robert H. Treman State Park”
Buttermilk Falls Ithaca New York
I had first heard about Ithaca New York about ten years ago, when a co-worker of mine at the time spoke very fondly of it. She had gone to school up at Ithaca College, and mentioned that the region was breathtakingly beautiful with no other area specifically like it on the East Coast. HerContinue reading “Buttermilk Falls Ithaca New York”
The Holiday Garden Railway At The Morris Arboretum
The Morris Arboretum of the University of Pennsylvania has been a place that we have wanted to visit for some time now. We love to explore gorgeous nature settings, and when we heard that they had a special holiday garden railway, we knew that we wanted to check it out. Before traveling to thisContinue reading “The Holiday Garden Railway At The Morris Arboretum”
The Historical Valley Forge National Park
We have so many parks in Pennsylvania, but I have to say one of our favorites has to be the Valley Forge National Historical Park. In truth, I must say that I have never seen so many gorgeous nature focal points in conjunction with a past that coincides with the forefathers of the UnitedContinue reading “The Historical Valley Forge National Park”
Chasing Sheep In The Land Of Fire And Ice
I think this may be one of my favorite topics to write about in regards to Iceland. As you may have guessed from the title of this post, we are going to talk about Icelandic sheep today (of course I promise you I did not chase down any sheep, but I may have walkedContinue reading “Chasing Sheep In The Land Of Fire And Ice”
The Skogafoss Waterfall
As we jumped off of the tour bus, our guide spoke to us in an uplifting, yet somewhat serious tone “You are about to see the most beautiful waterfall in all of Iceland. Do not be surprised if you start to cry when you see it. Its magnificence is like no other.” I amContinue reading “The Skogafoss Waterfall”
Why You Should Visit The Seljalandsfoss Waterfall In Iceland
One of my dreams has been to step behind a waterfall and see it from that unique perspective. I was really excited when we finally had that opportunity on a day tour in Iceland while visiting Seljalandsfoss. If you are into waterfalls, Iceland is the spot to go. In fact, during all of ourContinue reading “Why You Should Visit The Seljalandsfoss Waterfall In Iceland”
The Geothermal Park In Hveragerdi Iceland
After discovering geysers on the famous “Golden Circle Tour” in Iceland, we wanted to see more of these epic natural wonders before we left. While doing some research, we found another active site about 28 miles (45 km) away from the capital of Reykjavik where we were staying. It was located within the HveragerdiContinue reading “The Geothermal Park In Hveragerdi Iceland”
Geysir Geothermal Area Iceland
If you are looking for something more adventurous and explosive on your travels, you will definitely want to check out the Geysir Geothermal Area in Iceland. I know what you are thinking, is geyser spelled correctly here? In this post I will be referring to it as geysir, because the name geysir came fromContinue reading “Geysir Geothermal Area Iceland”
Gullfoss Falls Iceland
Our second stop on the epic Icelandic “Golden Circle Tour” was to the Gullfoss Falls. The area consists of two waterfalls, that are an upper and a lower waterfall. The name of it is translated to “Golden Falls” in English. It is true that the water itself does have a golden hue to it.Continue reading “Gullfoss Falls Iceland”
Why You Should Visit Thingvellir National Park
If you are traveling to Iceland, one of the most popular tours that you will hear about is the Golden Circle Tour. Typically, the first stop on this tour is usually the Thingvellir National Park. If you are staying in Reykjavik, it is about a 45 minute drive, which is pretty close location wise.Continue reading “Why You Should Visit Thingvellir National Park”
The Magnificent Landscapes Of Iceland
After we arrived in Iceland from the Keflavik International Airport, I instantly knew that we were somewhere truly spectacular. As the bus meandered down the roads to Reykjavik, all that you can see for miles and miles were these gorgeous lava fields. This makes a lot of sense because Iceland was formed from theContinue reading “The Magnificent Landscapes Of Iceland”
A Day Trip To The Jokulsarlon Glacial Lagoon In Iceland
One of my favorite adventures in Iceland was going to the Glacier Lagoon! We used the Gray Line Tour Bus when we went, and it is about five hours away from the capital of Reykjavik to give you an idea of how long it takes to get there. This was one of the coolestContinue reading “A Day Trip To The Jokulsarlon Glacial Lagoon In Iceland”
Hiking The Kerid Volcanic Crater In Iceland
When we were in Iceland, because we were not familiar with the area, we did utilize a touring company (Gray Line, they were amazing and I will link their site below) for the beginning of the trip to kind of get a feeling for the region. Once we felt more secure about our location,Continue reading “Hiking The Kerid Volcanic Crater In Iceland”
Exploring A Lava Tunnel In Iceland
If you love a combination of history, nature, and adventure, you will definitely want to check out the Raufarhólshellir lava tube. It was created from the Leitahraun eruption about 5,200 years ago, and when you go in it, you can actually see its inner workings. We were staying in Reykjavik Iceland, and luckily thisContinue reading “Exploring A Lava Tunnel In Iceland”
Magical Vik Iceland
Iceland has many spectacular areas, and the beauty of this place can honestly overwhelm the senses at times. Everywhere you look, it is as if all of the story book pages that you have read long ago were pulled from your thoughts and pushed into reality. I am being completely serious here, and outContinue reading “Magical Vik Iceland”
A Journey To Reykjavik Iceland
A couple years ago, it was a very busy period in my life. I was working all the time with crazy hours, my husband and I planned a wedding, got married, and then decided to go on a honeymoon somewhere far away, literally in a land that we only had dreamed of. This placeContinue reading “A Journey To Reykjavik Iceland”
Wissahickon Valley Park
One of our absolute favorite parks in the Philadelphia area is the Wissahickon Valley Park. My husband and I really enjoy a good hike, and with ample trails (the park is over 18,000 acres) you can really enjoy this natural landscape. In total this very large space also has 50 miles of trails, whichContinue reading “Wissahickon Valley Park”
The Best Locations In Portland Maine
Portland Maine is a very bustling city, and it is the perfect location if you want to see amazing lighthouses, eat delicious food, and even walk around shops in the downtown region. Also, it has a very prevalent art scene with its own Arts District that is centered around Congress Street. This is home toContinue reading “The Best Locations In Portland Maine”
The Top Five Places I Recommend Visiting in Acadia National Park
One of the most magical places in the Northeast is the Acadia National Park located in Maine. The area has luscious pine trees, gorgeous ocean views, and the most amazing hiking spots. If you are like me, you will want to have an itinerary ready to go so you can make the most of yourContinue reading “The Top Five Places I Recommend Visiting in Acadia National Park”
Bar Island Acadia National Park Maine
If you are feeling adventurous, a hike to Bar Island is perfect for you when visiting Bar Harbor Maine. You literally have a time limit to go for your hike (one and a half hours before and after low tide.) There is a gravel land walking path that becomes submerged if you do not makeContinue reading “Bar Island Acadia National Park Maine”
Why You Should Visit Bar Harbor Maine
Maine has always been this mystical place in my mind, and before we traveled to Bar Harbor, I imagined it to be a beautiful northern woodland that resided in this remote location. When we finally had the opportunity to travel there, it was like this but so much more. I remember the drive up toContinue reading “Why You Should Visit Bar Harbor Maine”
Lacawac Sanctuary In The Pennsylvania Poconos
The Lacawac Sanctuary is located in the Pennsylvania Poconos and has over nine miles of trails to hike. It is also a major influence in the scientific community through initiatives of research, education, and preservation with the conservation of the land located in this upstate Pennsylvania region. The Sanctuary has some of the absoluteContinue reading “Lacawac Sanctuary In The Pennsylvania Poconos”
Why It Is So Important To Spend Time In Nature
I think one of the most profound things that I have found and took note of from an early age was nature. One of my first memories is stepping out to the porch on a rainy day, talking to a kitten and taking note of a magnificent rainbow drifting in the sky. As we putContinue reading “Why It Is So Important To Spend Time In Nature”
Ricketts Glen State Park
Ricketts Glen State Park (located in Benton Pennsylvania) was highly recommended to us by a lot of locals when we stayed in the Poconos. This majestic park is known in upstate Pennsylvania for having amazing immersive nature trails with 22 named waterfalls. Within it are 13,193 acres of land located in Sullivan, Luzerne, andContinue reading “Ricketts Glen State Park”
Shuman Point The Pennsylvania Poconos
When my husband and I travel, we always look for amazing hiking locations. Luckily, when we went to the Pennsylvania Poconos, we had ample opportunities. One of my favorite spots was Shuman Point because of its expansive forest resting right by Lake Wallenpaupack. The trail that we took was about three miles long, andContinue reading “Shuman Point The Pennsylvania Poconos”
Canoeing In Lake Wallenpaupack
When we traveled up to the Poconos to explore Lake Wallenpaupack, we were immediately fascinated by everyone boating or in a canoe. My husband is pretty avid when it comes to the outdoors, so he was definitely for the idea of taking a canoe out on the calm lake waters. After checking into it,Continue reading “Canoeing In Lake Wallenpaupack”
Adventures In Hibernia County Park
Around a month or so ago, one of my best friends told me that she was scouting a location with nature perspectives. She is a photographer based out of Lancaster Pennsylvania, and was searching for something somewhat local, and also a place that provided gorgeous backdrops. Then, she had a really great idea and mentionedContinue reading “Adventures In Hibernia County Park”
Perkiomen Trail Pennsylvania
There is something about early spring that gets the local crowds in Pennsylvania excited. We love the longer days after a winter cooped up inside, especially since our winters here can be very dark in addition to the bitter coldness. I mean, we absolutely love our snow days (when we do not have toContinue reading “Perkiomen Trail Pennsylvania”
Lake Wallenpaupack
If you are in the Pennsylvania, New Jersey, or New York area, you most likely have at least heard about the Poconos. The Poconos are a gorgeous rural area that are a very popular place to retreat into a more woodsy type atmosphere. There are a lot of lakes, mountain areas, and amazing hiking spotsContinue reading “Lake Wallenpaupack”
Natural Bridges State Park Santa Cruz California
When we traveled to San Francisco, we did end up taking a day to drive down the coast a little bit. It is worth the trip, and if you do go, you absolutely have to go to the Natural Bridges State Park. Scientists believe that the arches in the park were formed over a millionContinue reading “Natural Bridges State Park Santa Cruz California”
Lands End Park San Francisco
Typically, when we are traveling somewhere new, we are on the move (quite literally). At the beginning of the planning process, we usually make a list of all of the unique attractions that are part of the history of an area, and then decide which ones we really want to visit. Since we areContinue reading “Lands End Park San Francisco”
Why I Recommend Visiting The Marine Mammal Center In Sausalito California
If you are in the Sausalito area in California, I highly recommend a trip to the Marine Mammal Center. It is an amazing organization that helps injured or distressed marine animals (such as seals, otters, or sea lions.) The center provides a source of rehabilitation which enables a fighting chance for these creatures toContinue reading “Why I Recommend Visiting The Marine Mammal Center In Sausalito California”
Japanese Tea Garden San Francisco
In San Francisco, there is actually the oldest public Japanese Tea Garden in the United States. It was originally in an exhibit within the 1894 Midwinter International Exposition. After the exposition left, the creator, landscape architect Makoto Hagiwara maintained the garden and became a caretaker of the property. He was known to have putContinue reading “Japanese Tea Garden San Francisco”
A California Pacific Coast Highway Trip To The Santa Cruz Walton Lighthouse
On our travels to the Bay Area, we felt for a more authentic California experience, we had to do at least a mini day trip down the Pacific Coast Highway. So one of the days, we set out, rented a car, and went for it. If time allows for it on your visit, thisContinue reading “A California Pacific Coast Highway Trip To The Santa Cruz Walton Lighthouse”
Muir Woods National Monument
When we travel, it is important to us to visit places that connect us with the local nature and environment of the area. It is so good and healthy to enjoy the sun, Earth, and to really get a true sense of the history of the land. There is nothing like a hike amongContinue reading “Muir Woods National Monument”
A Journey To Yosemite
Yosemite was on my mind a lot even before we got there. It has always been one of those places we always wanted to go to, and luckily it is not too far away from San Francisco (where our hotel was.) There are different restrictions depending on weather or the time of the year,Continue reading “A Journey To Yosemite”
The Palace of Fine Arts San Francisco
Once we arrived in San Francisco, we dropped off our luggage at the hotel and decided to go right out and explore right away. There was no time to waste! We called a driver and found ourselves at one of the most iconic places in the Bay Area… The Palace of Fine Arts. TheContinue reading “The Palace of Fine Arts San Francisco”
Diving Into A San Francisco Adventure!
Our San Francisco trip last winter was so much fun! I hope you enjoy these stories, ideas, places, and of course adventures… It was so early, one of those mornings where the birds are not even singing yet, you know the kind. I am not sure how much I slept the night before but weContinue reading “Diving Into A San Francisco Adventure!”
Elmwood Zoo Wild Lights Norristown Pennsylvania
This year, we have super ramped up all of our outdoor activities, and the holidays are no exception! I do have to say it is pretty cool that a lot of really festive events are actually outside. We always like to research various places in the area before going out, and the Elmwood ZooContinue reading “Elmwood Zoo Wild Lights Norristown Pennsylvania”
Green Spaces For Health
I have been hearing so much about green spaces recently, and how it can be beneficial for our health. A green space can be a forest, field, park, or even a little garden. I believe especially in Winter, it is so important that we get outside, and enjoy the beautiful rays of the sun. Finally,Continue reading “Green Spaces For Health”
Photoshoot In Lancaster Pennsylvania
I have known my friend Marisa for over ten years. She is one of those people that see life in amazing perspectives, and that shines through in her photography. A couple weeks ago, we decided to have a get together at the Lancaster County Park, and she offered to do an anniversary photoshoot forContinue reading “Photoshoot In Lancaster Pennsylvania”
Rhode Island Adventures
Several years ago in November, my husband and I went up to Rhode Island on my work trip, and we ended up making a mini vacation out of it. The place really captivated my heart, and I was inspired by this New England state. Rhode Island has amazing views, seafood, parks, historic houses from theContinue reading “Rhode Island Adventures”
A Day Trip To Jim Thorpe Pennsylvania
This picture was taken in Jim Thorpe Pennsylvania located in the Poconos.