March 2019 archive

Best Time to See the University of Washington Cherry Blossoms 2020

University of Washington Cherry Blossoms Many people go to Japan or Washington, DC for the cherry blossoms, but if you don’t have the time or money to go that far, you can see cherry blossoms at the University of Washington campus.  The best time to see the University of Washington cherry blossoms is the end …

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Salton Sea Things to Do and Photography (I’ve Got Friends in Low Places)

Salton Sea State Recreation Area

There are many things to do at the Salton Sea in California.  It’s one of the most unique places I’ve ever visited in the USA… from scenic to quirky, to surreal, there is no other place like it.  The Salton Sea is the biggest lake in California and one of the lowest spots in the …

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A Day Trip on the Koman Lake Ferry – One of Europe’s Most Scenic Boat Rides

Koman Lake Ferry

One of the best things to do in northern Albania is a ride on the Koman Lake Ferry, sometimes also spelled the Komani Lake Ferry.   This day long ferry ride (3 hours each way) is one of the most scenic boat rides in Europe – rivaling the fjords of Norway.  Komani Lake Komani Lake isn’t …

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Staying Overnight at Studenica Monastery

Staying Overnight at Studenica Monastery guest house is one of the best things to do in southwest Serbia.  About Studenica Monastery Studenica Monastery (aka Studenica Manastir) is an UNESCO world heritage site first established in the late 1100’s.  There are several chapels in this Serb Orthodox monastery.  Now it is one of the best monasteries …

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