With the pace, challenges and complexity of life these days, it is quite natural for us to want to withdraw into ourselves and to do only those things that are safe, comfortable and familiar. Yet, without meaning to, we close ourselves off from the exhilarating freshness that the world has to offer us.
Travel helps us to step out of the routine and regularity that fills so much of our lives. Travel gives us the opportunity to get away … to listen to other people’s stories … to watch how others find joy and peace in the midst of their struggles … to learn something new about ourselves and others … to consider a different point of view … to taste a new dish that brings the senses to life … to tingle with awe and wonder as we take in the beauty of creation … to allow the Spirit to speak to the deep-seated needs and questions of the soul.
Without question – travel is the antidote to the patterned predictability of life. The world is calling. Let’s GO!
Favorite places
The Holy Land
We have been to the Holy Land many times. The rich history and traditions of the people and places of the Holy Land draw us into a deeper appreciation and understanding of faith at work in our lives.
River Cruises
We love to River Cruise. We have enjoyed almost a dozen trips. We have sailed along the Danube River, the Rhine River, the Rhone River, the Seine River, the Mekong River and the Amazon River. There is nothing like the incredible Christmas Market Cruise along the Rhine or a hot cup of Rüdesheim Coffee on a cold day.
Mediterranean Cruises
We have sailed along the Mediterranean seven times now. The bright blue water, the historic treasures of Italy, Greece and Turkey, the amazing food, the joyous music, and the endless celebration of life beckon our return.
where we have been
- Australia and New Zealand
- Israel, Egypt and Jordan
- Vietnam and Cambodia
- Germany, Austria, The Netherlands, Switzerland, Denmark and Norway
- Hungary, Romania, Slovakia, Serbia, Croatia, Luxembourg, Bulgaria, Latvia, Estonia, Poland and The Czech Republic
- France, Italy, Vatican City, Greece, Malta and Turkey
- England and Scotland
- Canary Islands, Morocco, Spain and Portugal
- Canada
- Mexico, Costa Rica, Peru and Panama
- The Dominican Republic, Jamaica, Haiti, Puerto Rico, The Bahamas, The Cayman Islands, St. Croix, Antigua, St. Thomas and St. Martin
- Djibouti and Tanzania
- Alaska and Hawaii
Looking Ahead
- Iceland
- Antartica and Chilean Fjords
- Ireland
- Switzerland and the Alps
- African Safari
- Japan
- US Paddlewheel Cruise
- The Western US National Parks
- The Pacific Northwest
- The Canadian Rockies
- Niagara Falls
Where to next?
We still have a large and deep “Bucket List” of special places that we would like to go and explore. Some of them are a long way from home. Many of them are right here in the good ‘ol USA. All of them sound exciting. Off we go!