Photo of the Week – The Valley of the Sun

As seen from the top of the United States’ largest city park, South Mountain.

Out of Africa’s Crazy Tiger Splash Show

Would you jump into a pool with a large tiger chasing you? Watch these brave zoo workers do just that at Out of Africa’s Tiger Splash show in Arizona.
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Photo of the Week – The World’s Largest Monkey

Mandrills are the largest monkey in the world, but that’s not all they’re known for – they have big brightly colored nostrils, facial markings and rear ends!

Amazing Views at Cabrillo National Monument

The Cabrillo National Monument features some of the best views in all of San Diego. It is located on the Point Loma peninsula and features a large statue, lighthouse, hiking and beautiful scenery. Don’t miss these photos!

Photo of the Week – The Balboa Park Botanical Building

This week’s photo is from one of my favorite parks I’ve ever visited – the Botanical building and reflecting lily pond located inside the amazing Balboa Park at San Diego, California.

Finally, I’m Escaping Abroad

After years of dreaming about it, 12 months of saving and sacrificing for it, the time is finally here. I’m quitting my job, escaping the normal American lifestyle and moving abroad on June 11, 2013
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Photo of the Week – San Miguel Mission of Santa Fe

This week’s photo is of the San Miguel Mission in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Built from adobe originally in 1610 it’s claimed as the oldest church in the United States.

Celebrating Holi Festival of Colors

50,000+ people gather to attend the Holi Festival of Colors in Spanish Fork, Utah. Celebrated at the Sri Sri Radha Krishna Temple on March 30 2013. What’s a religious Hindu holiday doing being celebrated in a tiny Utah city? Come find out here!
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Photo of the Week – Historic Navajo Bridge

Pictured is the Navajo Bridge crossing the beautiful Marble Canyon, AZ. Located near Lee’s ferry it’s the only road crossing the Colorado River for 600 miles.

The Pefect Day – Torrey Pines Beach & Hiking

An unexpectedly perfect day hiking and relaxing on the beach in San Diego’s Torrey Pines State Park and Preserve. It wasn’t too crowded, the scenery was beautiful and nature had been well preserved – all within a few minutes of downtown San Diego.