by Dr. Melanie | Aug 2, 2022 | Destinations, Latest Posts, Travel Tips, Uncategorized
If you have read articles or watched Youtube videos on trips to Rainbow Bridge by boat, chances are they are based on the period before Lake Powell’s water levels really declined. This trip occurred in March 2022 so you should be reading fairly recent info based... 
by Dr. Melanie | Nov 12, 2021 | Destinations, Food and Drink
You will not find anything more charming than this little gem in the vineyards of Young, Arizona, just 120 miles outside Phoenix, AZ.My friend and I wanted to take a road trip from Phoenix, Arizona, and find a place to rest, hike, bask in nature, and sip wine.We got... 
by Dr. Melanie | Jun 1, 2021 | Therapies
Who would not want a stress-relieving head massage after a long winter journey through cold Europe? I was glad to have my hair messed up at the hands of a very skilled therapist. It left me blissfully dazed for hours and took away the rest of a lingering headache. The... 
by Dr. Melanie | Dec 6, 2020 | Destinations, Self Discovery
I just wanted to visit my birthplace in Germany for my 50th birthday in December 2019. It ended up snowballing into an eight-country tour over seven weeks. I figured if I was going to travel all the way to Hamburg, Germany why not travel around a bit and see some... 
by Dr. Melanie | Sep 30, 2020 | Destinations
Oak Creek Canyon’s Hidden J.E.M. Sedona, AZ The thought of hearing the water of Oak Creek rushing by 24/7 was one big reason I chose to stay at this cabin, twice! The other was an invitation from my friend who owns this beautiful place which she rents out on Airbnb.... 
by Dr. Melanie | Oct 29, 2019 | Destinations, Latest Posts
Welcome to my “Destinations” blog category! Here I will be sharing the impactful experiences I have had in cities, regions, and local attractions and events. Hopefully a few or more of these posts will inspire you to design your own travel experience,... 
by Dr. Melanie | Oct 29, 2019 | Latest Posts, Self Discovery
This is where I share my own experiences from travels, including stories of the most inspiring people I have met. Many believe we do not connect with ourselves until we venture off on solo travel. I am one of them. And that is mainly because I am one of those who... 
by Dr. Melanie | Oct 24, 2019 | Culture and Lifestyle, Latest Posts
Sometimes I blend in and live like a local. This way I can share how their lifestyle and environment impact their health, longevity, and happiness. Local cooking practices and cuisine. Una dia en la vida de un(a) local. A day in the life of a local. Sports, arts, and... 
by Dr. Melanie | Oct 23, 2019 | Latest Posts, Travel Tips
Tips and strategies for staying safe, better health and reducing stress. Digestion in a Foreign Land. Sun Health and Protection. Jet Lag. Prevent Holiday and Travel Weight Gain. Mental Alertness for Safety And... 
by Dr. Melanie | Oct 23, 2019 | Latest Posts, Travel Over 40
The challenges, fears and the liberation of doing it over 40. Travel can have a whole new meaning when we reach this phase in our lives. Stress of life and work have zapped our energy over the years and travel planning then becomes a daunting task for many... 