Arches and Canyonlands, Moab Utah

Arches and more

Moab, Utah, is a small resort town that has its share of tourist attractions: small shops, restaurants, galleries, craft breweries and the like. Further, it is surrounded by stunning red rock landscapes that alone make this a desirable vacation destination.  But the Arches and Canyonlands National Parks along with the cool waters of the Colorado River make it one of the most sought-after destinations in the American Southwest.  The town bustles for those wanting to experience the outdoors. The main street is lined with guide services, outfitters,  jeep, ATV, raft and bike rental shops.  The town just buzzes with activity and it is contagious, it’s almost impossible to relax here when there is so much to see and do. […]

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Zion, Red Canyon and Bryce a Photo Journal

Zion, Utah’s first National Park

The Paiute Indians call Zion, Mukuntuweap, meaning canyon or straight up land”. This is an excellent description. When entering the park, sheer red Navajo sandstone walls surround me.  I almost have a feeling of floating as the walls seemingly rise as the winding roads descend. This vertigo effect is a sensation that I find impossible to capture with photos and videos. […]

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Amarillo, TX: Cadillac Ranch and Route 66 –

Amarillo by Morning

I don’t follow Route 66 as much as I had hoped, in fact, there isn’t much left traveling from Oklahoma City to Amarillo. It is mostly I-40 with a few stretches of the original highway. There isn’t a whole lot going on this section of the iconic highway. In such, I don’t see many of the venues that the highway is known for. However, there are many things to explore during my brief visit to Amarillo. […]