My husband and I visited Joshua Tree National Park last May on our road trip from Colorado to San Diego. What a unique landscape… and what a bargain our $80 yearly national park pass is! Joshua Tree sits in the Mojave (above 3000′) and the Colorado Deserts (below 3000′). You’ll see the majority of the Joshua trees in the Mojave Desert. 1. Location/Driving […]

March 20, 2023

3 Tips for Visiting Joshua Tree National Park

Last fall during our 19 day cruise in the Middle East, my husband and I spent 2 1/2 days in Israel. It was just enough to scratch the surface and take in the highlights! Steeped in history – Israel is a fascinating country. Click below to enjoy a glimpse into the sites and sounds of […]

March 10, 2023

Travel by Kris Visits Israel

My husband and I overnighted at the Moxy Athens City last fall before our cruise departure to the Middle East. Marriott’s Moxy hotels have a playful vibe and are well located in city center areas. This was our second Moxy stay; as our first was May 2022 in San Diego. Pros With a convenient location – […]

February 23, 2023

Pros & Cons of the Moxy Athens

Our trip to the Middle East started in Athens, as we embarked on a 19 day cruise before ending in Dubai. We visited Turkey, Israel, Egypt, Jordan, Oman, and the United Arab Emirates. The rules and customs varied greatly during our trip and these are some of the most important tips I learned: 1. Currency American dollars […]

February 10, 2023

5 Tips Traveling in the Middle East

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