Experience the Beauty and Wonder of the California Coast
July 14, 2010 by ThriveOnTravel
Filed under Destinations
California possesses one of the most beautiful coastlines in the world stretching some 1100 miles. It’s drawn millions of travelers and inspired dozens of books each describing different ways to experience the coast and no wonder – with the jaw-dropping views of the Pacific Ocean, the majestic mountains and steep cliffs that define its boundaries, […]
Your Must-Know Guide to Campfire Safety
July 11, 2010 by ThriveOnTravel
Filed under Travel News & Tips
Summertime is upon us and camping with family and friends is an excellent way to spend quality time together. It also forces us step away from the hustle and bustle of every day life and get in touch with nature. It’s generally a more cost effective vacation option as well. One of the best things […]
Crescent City, CA Overlook
July 8, 2010 by ThriveOnTravel
Filed under Featured Photos
This is the view from the Crescent City Overlook. Crescent City, CA has a population of 7, 542 and is located 20 miles south of the Oregon border. The town itself may be outdated but the natural beauty surrounding it is timeless. Crescent City boasts magnificent scenery complements of the Redwood forests, the Smith River, […]
Overpackers Anonymous – Step 1: Admitting You Have a Problem
July 8, 2010 by ThriveOnTravel
Filed under Travel News & Tips
Welcome to the Overpackers Anonymous article series! In this series of articles, we’ll discuss a common problem that plagues many travelers – overpacking. The definition of an overpacker is one who packs too many items in a pack or a suitcase for a trip. For some, overpacking is only an occasional affliction. For others, it’s […]
Save Yourself the Headache of Repacking Your Suitcase at the Airport
June 23, 2010 by ThriveOnTravel
Filed under Luggage, Luggage Scales, Travel Stuff
Save yourself the headache of having to repack your suitcase at the airport, or worse – paying additional baggage fees. When I read the title of this article to my husband, he slyly grinned at me and made this “heh, heh, heh” laugh and then we both started laughing together. We can laugh now but […]