What We Wish We Knew Before Our First Wildlife Safari

Before our first African safari, we thought we understood wildlife travel. We had already spent years seeking out adventures around the world, photographing animals, snorkeling and diving in wild places, and learning that nature rarely follows the itinerary you carefully planned at home. Then we went to Tanzania. Traveling through Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro and …

Mediterranean Inn Seattle: A Comfortable Stay in Queen Anne

Wander With Wonder – Discovering Wow Moments Around the World or Across the Street Discover the Mediterranean Inn Seattle, a comfortable Queen Anne hotel near Seattle Center with kitchenettes, a rooftop terrace, and easy downtown access. When looking for an affordable Seattle hotel in a great location, The Mediterranean Inn in the Queen Anne/Uptown neighborhood should …

A Seattle Food Itinerary: 2 Days of Pike Place Market, Seafood, and Wine

Wander With Wonder – Discovering Wow Moments Around the World or Across the Street Plan a Seattle food itinerary packed with Pike Place Market favorites, fresh seafood, Washington wine, coffee, pastries, and waterfront dining. I love Seattle! Lucky for me, my wife does too. After 6 years since our last visit, we planned a Seattle-only …

7 Essentials for Winter Travel with a Dog on Coastal Getaways

Wander With Wonder – Discovering Wow Moments Around the World or Across the Street Planning winter travel with a dog? Pack these seven essentials for rainy coastal getaways, from waterproof gear and paw protection to beach safety tips. Off-season coastal trips can be some of the best times to travel with a dog. Quieter beaches, …

The Best Places to Visit Before Everyone Else Finds Them

There is a sweet spot in travel when a destination has enough infrastructure to make a trip comfortable but still retains the thrill of discovery. The restaurants have not become impossible reservations, the overlooks are not organized around selfie lines, and you can still stumble onto a beach, trail or tiny town and wonder why …