Travel Writing

  • 3 Family-Friendly Denver Mini Adventures

    THE DENVER POST, April 2024

    Not all of us have the time or skill needed to summit a 14er or thru-hike the Colorado Trail. Adventure is a mindset, not a specific undertaking, and micro-adventures aren't watered-down versions of the real thing.

  • Copycat Vacations are Cheaper Alternatives to Far-Flung Travel

    THE DENVER POST, March 2024

    Plane tickets are soaring higher than most Boeing 777s. Forget the jet fuel: These destinations are giving off some serious international vibes, and you can reach them on a single tank or charge.

  • Exploring the Riches of Colorado’s Wine Country: A Journey Through Vineyards and Vintages

    COLORADOBIZ MAG, April 204

    It’s not Napa, but that’s a plus for tourists demanding a novel wine-tasting experience. Here’s a look inside Colorado's wine renaissance and its scenic vineyards.

  • A Hands-On Vacation at a Colorado Farm

    COLORADO PARENT, February 2019

    Dumping seeds into a planter then crossing myself was my main gardening strategy until we “WWOOFed” at a farm in Mancos. Cultivate a memorable vacation by spending a week volunteering on a Colorado farm.

  • Colorado Campgrounds Glitz Up the Great Outdoors

    COLORADOBIZ MAGAZINE, May 2019

    With opposable thumbs comes a strong preference for creature comforts. The "glamping" trend appeals to those who would rather not rough it.

  • Get Your Kids in on a Little Home-Ec Action

    THE DENVER POST, May 2023

    We have this whole generation of kids paying for services they could be doing themselves. That’s why these local organizations make it easy to give your kids a leg up on practical skills this summer.

  • Accessible Wilderness Hikes for Everyone To Love

    COLORADO PARENT, May 2021

    There’s been a big push in recent years to make the outdoors inclusive. And with good reason: “Spending time outdoors provides enormous benefits to our wellbeing,” says Shalana Gray, ADA accessibility coordinator for Colorado Parks and Wildlife.

  • Foraging for Wild Food Blooms in Colorado

    COLORADO PARENT, September 2021

    Foraging is experiencing a major renaissance, and it’s not too late to get in on the action this summer. There’s an abundance of “wild food” growing throughout Colorado, and the age-old practice offers families an incentive to take notice of their surroundings.

  • Are You Ready for the Wildest Playdate of the Year?

    COLORADO PARENT, August 2021

    “Can you maintain your balance with a goat on your back?” asked our instructor, Rocky Mountain Goat Yoga (RMGY) owner Jimmy Naron. Here’s what to expect during “Goat Yoga for Kids” at Four Mile Historic Park.