Hualien is the gateway to eastern shore attractions

Hualien is the gateway to eastern shore attractions

Cisingtan Scenic Bike Trail Midway down the eastern shoreline of Taiwan is the city of Hualien.  It’s just a short, under-an-hour flight from Taipei and you’ll find yourself next to lush green hills that parallel the seashore. This makes a perfect setting for the...
Take in the sights and tastes of Taiwan’s north coast

Take in the sights and tastes of Taiwan’s north coast

YEHLIU GEOLOGICAL PARK Far up on the northeastern tip of Taiwan sits a fragile peninsula dotted with geological formations unique throughout the world. Mushroom-shaped rocks sit perched on pedestals looking like they have been set on display in an outdoor museum. But,...

Blockade Runner, a beach resort for all four seasons

Pounding surf or placid inland waters? Wandering on miles of beach or paddling for hours on smooth, clear waters? These are the type decisions one needs to make before picking an East Coast vacation destination. Well, they used to be. Head for Wrightsville Beach in...
Island and Shore Fun near Cleveland, Ohio

Island and Shore Fun near Cleveland, Ohio

Less than two hours from Cleveland or Detroit, there’s an area on the southern shores of Lake Erie that has been attracting vacationers from around the world for two centuries. With a series of islands and lakefront locations, recreation opportunities abound....
A hidden gem on Lake Erie’s southern shore

A hidden gem on Lake Erie’s southern shore

Lakeside, Ohio is one of only four remaining Chautauqua communities in the United States. Tucked into the Marblehead Peninsula, in northwestern Ohio, this small community offers a perfect get-away location for young families, active couples or golden-agers. Arriving...