Wow, it’s already almost the end of August, and I am finally finding the time to share one of the more unique experiences I had in Oaxaca, Mexico way back near the beginning of the year on January 24th. This experience wasn’t like the normal ones some may have in Mexico that involve taking a… Continue reading My Unforgettable Oaxaca Textile Experience
Category: North America
10 Wonderful Restaurants in Sayulita
When planning a trip to Sayulita, Mexico, be sure you know some of the most wonderful restaurants in Sayulita! These are some of the favorites that I keep going back to over and over.
Off to Europe Again: Portugal, Czechia, Hungary, and Ireland!
Another #jasongetsaroundwithjackie European adventure is taking flight! From Portland to New York to Lisbon to Prague, with more of Europe to come. This afternoon, Jackie and I are heading over to New York for a couple of long days before we depart on another adventure together in Europe. We’re both super excited about making this… Continue reading Off to Europe Again: Portugal, Czechia, Hungary, and Ireland!
Going Back to Oahu
I’m going back to Oahu tomorrow! The last time I went to Oahu — or Hawaii for that matter — was right at the end of 2017 to visit my housemate David and his lovely girlfriend, Lynn. This time Jackie and I will be visiting them together, but this time David’s no longer our housemate… Continue reading Going Back to Oahu
Making Travel Plans in 2020: Whitefish, Montana by Rail [Follow Up]
I wanted to give a follow-up to the Making Travel Plans in 2020 post I made in September. Specifically, our trip to Whitefish, Montana by Rail and give some more info while I’m at it.
Making Travel Plans in 2020
With the way 2020 has gone so far, making travel plans in 2020 seems like it may lead to more disappointment as many plans will likely fall through, however, I’m happy to be making new ones again. Yes, everything originally planned for in 2020 was either postponed or canceled, but perhaps these new plans will… Continue reading Making Travel Plans in 2020
To Reach the Beach [Canceled]
Update (8/31): Sad to say…but Reach the Beach has been canceled this year. Feel free to read-on though!
Alaska Postponed: Another Trip Bites The Dust
Another trip canceled due to COVID-19. This time a trip for my mom to Alaska has been postponed.
PDX-SFO Using Avios
This weekend’s trip to San Francisco was achieved for $11.20 thanks to using 15K Avios points on British Airways to book on Alaska Airlines. Much better than the 25K it would have taken using Alaska Airline points. This works because BA handles their rewards by distance. Since SFO is less than a certain number of… Continue reading PDX-SFO Using Avios
Time For Festivals
Since my trip to Iceland, I haven’t done much international travel. In fact, I haven’t done much travel at all except for a trip to Georgia early in June. The last couple months, I’ve spent my time working my day job, spending time with family and friends, going through the pain of buying an airplane,… Continue reading Time For Festivals
First Time At SXSW
This last week I went to Austin, Texas for work, seeing friends, and SXSW (South by South West). The trip didn’t last as long as I would have liked (like most), but in the time I was there, I had a blast. I’m actually quite exhausted from a week of getting up early to get… Continue reading First Time At SXSW
Headed To Austin for SXSW
I’m sitting in the Seattle Alaska Airlines lounge complimentary of my Lounge Club card. I’m waiting here for my flight to Austin which I’ll be in for the next week to partake in SXSW. I’ve heard great things about the conference/festival/party and decided I finally needed to go check it out. I have been to… Continue reading Headed To Austin for SXSW