I’m very fortunate in that I get to travel a lot. Check out these travel stories for some of the most remarkable experiences. From dodging bullets in Paraguay to sea kayaking in Antarctica, there are a ton of stories worth digging into!
Thomas Jefferson’s Poplar Forest
A friend's wedding called me to Central Virginia over the weekend. Not only was it a chance to grab one-too-many with some old college friends, it also presented the opportunity for a a short, three hour drive from my...
Natural Bridge, Va.
My only regret about my trip to Natural Bridge, Va. is that I missed the Christian Light Show called the "Drama of Creation." I mean, anything that Calvin Coolidge dedicated as President (and that's still running) is...
Canadian Geography
During my last trip to Canada, I met a regular Rand McNally. He greeted me by saying, "Hey, you're American. Can you name all of the Provinces?" "No, I'm afraid I cannot. Can you name all of the states?" "All the ones...
London
During my recent trip to the United Kingdom, I tacked on an extra day in London. I love London. It's a better city, I think, than New York. The accents are so much more appealing. Plus, the history is incredible....
Americans in the United Kingdom
Now, I'm proud to be an American (where at least I know I'm free. And I won't forget the . . .) Sorry. Anyway, I already shared my personal guilt about being obnoxious in another country, however we Americans do have a...
US-UK Language Barrier
When I arrived in Birmingham, I checked into my hotel. Jetlagged. "Good morning. I have a reservation. My name is Brooks," I say confidently. She responds, "Welcome. Okay. Thank you. Is that Brooks with an A?" "Ahh....
Kenilworth Castle
Somehow, I wound up in Great Britain this week. Again, my philosophy of "everybody's got to be somewhere" came true. Only, this time, it was pretty cool. Where, you ask, was I? Dear readers, I was in Birmingham,...
Roanoke, Virginia’s Microfestivus
So, I know this post is late, but having a blog about my travels is a whole new idea for me. Anyway, last weekend, I wound up in Roanoke, Va.to meet a friend at a beer festival featuring 120 beers. Try as I might, that...