by Margaret Webster | March 19, 2019 | Connecticut, Dead People From The Road | 0 Comments

Horace Wells was a man in search of recognition and greatness, to leave a legacy to the world. This is a tragic tale of addiction, madness, and death. I know, this is dramatic sounding, but read on. This is all true. It always amazes me how history seems to paint...

by Margaret Webster | February 12, 2019 | Pennsylvania, USA | 1 Comment

Lost River Caverns in Hellertown, Pennsylvania is delightful, off the beaten path budget attraction with cavern tours and numerous other activities.

by Margaret Webster | July 4, 2018 | People from the road | 0 Comments

Hello everyone, For me if someone would ask me what is my favorite thing to write about, it would always be, hands down, “People from the Road” blogs. I love...

by Margaret Webster | January 28, 2018 | Florida | 0 Comments

Bok Tower: Make the world a bit more beautiful and better because you have been in it.

by Margaret Webster | November 24, 2017 | People from the road, Random Lessons | 0 Comments

I’d like to think that we are all just floating around on this earth to see what we can see, experience what we were meant to experience, and to learn a few lessons about humility and gratitude along the way.

by Margaret Webster | October 23, 2017 | People from the road | 0 Comments

People from the Road - Meet Chris Kullstroem I met Chris years ago through local Couchsurfing events. While I was wandering about the United States by myself, I was watching Chris wandering around the world by herself. That trip made her a personal hero of mine. Every...

by Margaret Webster | September 23, 2017 | New Hampshire, USA | 0 Comments

Crawford Notch State Park New Hampshire

by Margaret Webster | July 20, 2017 | People from the road, USA - New York | 4 Comments

On a recent traveling adventure, exploring upstate New York, I discovered four really great reasons why trusting the Universe is an awesome thing. Instead of taking the highway, the GPS insisted that a meander through the backroads of western New York was in order. I figured, “Hey, sometimes you just have to trust the universe to put you on the right path.”

by Margaret Webster | June 2, 2017 | Minnesota, USA | 0 Comments

Hello everyone, I was online today and was asked the following question "What was one touristy destination that pleasantly surprised you?" I don't know if you can consider this a "touristy destination" but Pipestone National Monument in Minnesota immediately came to...

by Margaret Webster | May 30, 2017 | Connecticut, Dead People From The Road, USA | 2 Comments

Hello everyone, If you read the chapter in my book (Lessons from the Road: USA) on Oregon, you would know that sometimes history paints people in a different light that does not necessarily reflect the true nature of the person or occurrences that are said to have...

by Margaret Webster | May 26, 2017 | Random Lessons, Travel Tips | 0 Comments

Hello all, I always get excited about experiencing a new mode of transportation. As I made my way to Boston to head out to the Azores.  I was struggling about what to do with my Jeep if I drove to Boston. Although there were parking options, they were a little bit...

by Margaret Webster | April 19, 2017 | Dead People From The Road, Rhode Island, USA | 0 Comments

Hello everyone, Everywhere I go, I have a natural curiosity about all kinds of things. I always wonder about the people that have passed. The benches in memorial to loved ones passed, hold a particular fascination for me. I want to learn about those people, talk to...

by Margaret Webster | April 11, 2017 | Travel Tips | 2 Comments

I challenge you to take a look around your town. Look for plaques that denote something about the area. Take a few minutes to stop and read them. Visit the oldest cemetery in your town

by Margaret Webster | April 5, 2017 | Travel Tips | 0 Comments

Strategies for finding the time for travel When I ask people why don’t you travel? I usually get three responses. Money, time, and fear are, by and large, the three most common factors that people perceive are keeping them from traveling. I addressed the money excuse...

by John Atkinson | March 28, 2017 | PSA, Travel Tip - Tuesday | 0 Comments

Warmer climes and outdoor times will soon beckon us to lark in parks and tread on trails. Meaning it is once again time to remind ourselves on that dastardly denizen of the woods and weeds, the unen-deer-ing deer tick and its sometimes payload of woe and misery, Lyme...

by Margaret Webster | March 21, 2017 | Travel Tips | 0 Comments

3 easy mindset changes for obtaining more affordable travel I often hear about how people wish that they could afford to travel more often or even at all. I am always surprised to hear people, especially gainfully employed people, say those words. Over the years, I’ve...

by Margaret Webster | March 14, 2017 | Travel Tips | 2 Comments

Travel Tip about the Cost of Tourism Help a culture maintain their awesomeness.   Blog mishap I was looking for inspiration all week for this week’s travel tip Tuesday post. I finally got it two days ago when I saw a post on this excellent website that allows you...

by Margaret Webster | March 7, 2017 | Travel Tip - Tuesday, Travel Tips | 0 Comments

Travel Tip for creating fun conversation starters Hello everyone, In keeping with the theme that I started last week, on tips and tricks that will help you with social anxiety and how to start a conversation. These tips work anywhere anytime not just when traveling....

by Margaret Webster | February 28, 2017 | Travel Tips | 1 Comment

This picture is an open air market with lots of fabulous restaurants in Lisbon Portugal. Take note of the family style dining. If there is an open spot just sit down and enjoy. This is an excellent opportunity to strike up a conversation with whoever you are dining...

by Margaret Webster | February 7, 2017 | Travel Tips | 2 Comments

Let’s face it, people do get robbed when traveling, it happens. (Boooo Hiss Hiss)