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El Malpais and El Morro
April 29, 2023 Based on the title, you might think that I’m back in Spain. Nope! New Mexico. I’m on my way to visit friends in Santa Fe, which allowed me to explore some of the state. El Malpais National Park is near Grants, New Mexico, south of Interstate 40 and just over an hour… Read more
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Sedona to Petrified Forest National Park
April 27, 2023 Travel days are often the best part of my nomadic life. I love hitting the road and exploring new territory, especially if National Parks or National Monuments are on the day’s agenda. After leaving Sedona, my first stop was Walnut Canyon National Monument. It is just east of Flagstaff, Arizona, off Interstate… Read more
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A Positive Week in Sedona
April 20-27, 2023 Living as a nomad, it is always nice to slow down a bit and relax for a while. I had only passed through Sedona once, over twenty years ago. Returning has been on my to-do list for several years. Sedona is a town built in what should be a National Park. Red… Read more
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The Grand Canyon: America’s Premier National Park
April 17-20, 2023Sometimes a splurge is worth it. When it comes to the National Parks, I assess the lodging options and, at times, take the plunge and go over budget for in-park accommodations. Last summer, I stayed in a little cabin near Yellowstone Lake Lodge. Absolutely worth it! The cabin itself was cute and clean,… Read more
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Zion to Grand Canyon
April 17, 2023 I’m a National Park Nerd. I’ll admit it. I love the concept, and I love Teddy Roosevelt for making an impact on the National Parks system. They are here for us to enjoy, and I certainly do! I’ve been privileged to visit many of the parks in the western US. I also… Read more
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Two Days in Zion
April 15-16, 2023 It had been over twenty years since I had last visited Zion National Park, and I was overdue for a trip back. Zion has beauty and wonders that you must experience firsthand. First, I recommend arriving early, before 8:00 AM. After a long day of travel on April 14th, I happily slept… Read more
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