Mac On the Map

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  • Alaska

    Alaska

    Even though some of the drives in Alaska were on the longer side, the constant awe dropping views made the time fly by. This trip was a 7 nights, 8 day trip at the beginning of August. I knew I wouldn’t do well on a cruise – for several reasons, so I tried my best… Read more

  • A Summer Saturday in Sydney, Australia

    A Summer Saturday in Sydney, Australia

    Looking at the forecast for the weekend, it was the perfect weather to get sweaty and cool off along Sydney’s coast.  However, I had one stop to make before the big adventure. The Rocks Market runs every weekend between 10am – 5pm along George Street.  Several stands are actually open and ready for customers before… Read more

  • Making My Way around Waikiki: O’ahu, Hawai’i

    Making My Way around Waikiki: O’ahu, Hawai’i

    Staying in Waikiki without a car limited me to what I could see on O’ahu, so if I had a chance to visit again, I would definitely rent a car and stay outside of the tourist hub of Waikiki.  Still, the lack of a car made me get creative with finding spaces where I could… Read more

  • From the Mountains to the Plains: The Center of The South Island, New Zealand

    From the Mountains to the Plains: The Center of The South Island, New Zealand

    After exploring the West Coast for the day, I took rt 73 through Arthur’s Pass to make my way through the Southern Alps to the center of the island. Sadly the rain and fog blurred out most of the views, but I was able to find some stops along the way.   When I saw the… Read more

  • A Relaxing Saturday Outside of Queenstown, New Zealand

    A Relaxing Saturday Outside of Queenstown, New Zealand

    If you happen to be in Queenstown on a summer Saturday (October – April), a great way to start the day is a trip to the Remarkables Market. From 9-2 every Saturday, the market offers both local produce and ready made products.  Samples of cheese, honey, and pâté gave my taste buds an adventure, and… Read more

  • Digging into the Remnants of Ancient Greece: Paros and Antiparos

    Digging into the Remnants of Ancient Greece: Paros and Antiparos

    I rented a car for two days during my stay in Paros. The first day I spent circumventing the island focusing on beaches and towns. The second day I decided to dig a little deeper into the ancient history of Paros and explore the neighboring island of Antiparos.  I started the morning with a 7… Read more

  • A Spiritual End to the Camino: Portuguese Camino Days 12-15

    A Spiritual End to the Camino: Portuguese Camino Days 12-15

    Day 12: Pontevedra to Armenteira Today I reunited with my Australian friends J&S from earlier in the journey.  We started in Pontevedra but after just a few kilometers began the Spiritual Variant journey.  While I was happy to leave the groups behind, it was a fun surprise to get applause as we walked through the… Read more

  • Shifting to a Spanish Mindset: Portuguese Camino Days 9-11

    Shifting to a Spanish Mindset: Portuguese Camino Days 9-11

    Day 9: Valença to O Porriño Today I crossed into Spain. The ironwork bridge glimmered in the morning sun and the Tui river peacefully moved beneath me.  It was so cool to have one foot in each country & watch my phone change times on me. Soon after crossing the bridge I met & started… Read more

  • Enjoying the last moments of Portugal: Camino Portuguese Days 7 & 8

    Enjoying the last moments of Portugal: Camino Portuguese Days 7 & 8

    Day 7: Ponte de Lima to São Roque On the road againGoin’ places that I’ve never beenSeein’ things that I may never see againAnd I can’t wait to get on the road again Willie Nelson Willie Nelson’s song keeps playing in my head. Because I took a rest day the day before, I have a… Read more

  • Embracing the Central Route of the Portuguese Camino: Days 4-6

    Embracing the Central Route of the Portuguese Camino: Days 4-6

    Day 4: São Pedro de Rates to Barcelos Today felt different from the onset. As soon as I was sent in the right direction, I didn’t have to worry about finding my way. Yellow arrows and Camino signs reassured me and signs of pilgrims who have come before spoke of the history of the walk. … Read more

  • A Mashup Start to the Portuguese Camino: Days 1-3

    A Mashup Start to the Portuguese Camino: Days 1-3

    Day 1: Porto to Perafita via the Littoral Route After 23,000 steps yesterday, my legs & feet were sore before even starting my first day on the Camino. However, my feet were much happier to put on trail runners after 3 days of Keds.  Even though I had been to the Porto Cathedral before today,… Read more

  • A Greek Dream Realized: Paros, Greece

    A Greek Dream Realized: Paros, Greece

    As soon as I landed in Greece, I made my way by train and ferry to the island of Paros. I’ve been wanting to visit Greece forever, and like most Americans, when I think of Greece, I picture the striking white and blue architecture set against the ocean side.  Paros perfectly matches that Greece dream. … Read more

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