2011
Adventure: Leap off the World’s Tallest SkyJump (Las Vegas, NV)
December 11, 2011 | MayaIt’s the only SkyJump in North America and the highest in the world. SkyJump is a controlled free fall, similar to a vertical zip line. The launching pad is located on the 108th floor of Stratosphere Casino, Hotel & Tower in Las Vegas, 855 feet above the Las Vegas Strip. Jumpers are harnessed in and attached to a cable that is connected to a descender machine. Guide wires keep the skyjumper on course and on target. I take the leap! Read More
Hiking: Koko Crater Railway Trailhead for Rewarding Panoramic Views
September 13, 2011 | MayaAre you an active traveler? At only about 1-mile up, Koko Crater (aka Koko Head) has been dubbed “Nature’s StairMaster.” Does that sound intimidating? How about climbing 1,048 steps? Read More
Accessory for Travel and Self Portraits
August 25, 2011 | MayaIf you’re a solo traveler or just feel awkward asking strangers to take pictures of you, I found the perfect product – XShot!
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Visiting an Ancient Lost City (Pompeii, Italy)
August 10, 2011 | MayaDid you get your interest in archaeology from movies like Indiana Jones… raising your curiosity about history and exploration? History geek or not (as I am quite honestly not a history buff), a visit to the Italy’s lost city of Pompeii should be on your list. Read More