Honolulu, I Am Coming Back Again

The sand on Ha’ena beach is coarse and golden and it’s scattered with chunks of coral and broken seashells. Little crabs dance in the line the foam leaves on the sand while the sun goes down and in the morning, the sand is piled in pyramids along the tideline, the remnants of little crabs digging …


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Sweet Dreams

I hope you like this nearly perfect travel story as much as I do.

Big Ideas About Texas

After just a few days in Austin, I think I know what Texas is like. I’m probably wrong, but what the hell. Here’s my list of Texas generalizations: Texans are a boot wearing people, even when it’s warm there are guys wandering around with their jeans tucked into their boots. The gals seem more practical, …


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More Washington Coast Travel Tips

I was chatting on the phone with my pal K. this morning – he’s looking to wow his sweetheart for Valentine’s Day. My suggestion? There’s no need to buy “stuff” – instead, take your beloved somewhere romantic! We are big fans of the Washington Coast here at Nerd’s Eye View, the rugged landscape, the fog, …


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Travel Gear I Love: Merrell Shoes

It was my fault. I wrecked them by letting the tide catch me, but until the salt of the Pacific destroyed them, my Merrell mary janes were the “don’t leave home without them” shoes. I had worn down the soles but good by wearing them, well, everywhere. They were functional, I could wear them to …


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Vancouver & Vancouver Island Lightning Round Reviews

We’re just back from four days in the Great White North. We had a lot of freezing fog – wow, that’s something you don’t want to experience every day, though it does make for some spectacular scenery. Our trip was a press trip – the PR company for BC Ferries is trying to promote their …


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