Thursday, December 15, 2016

Best Trips Of The Year

After travelling too little most of my life, I plunged into travel this year like a woman on fire. I couldn't get enough. I rode my motorcycle all over the country -- and even outside it (Canada). I visited friends in faraway places, saw beautiful and interesting sights, and ate good food.

As the year winds down, I'm reflecting on those adventures. These trips truly were adventures. Wisdom teaches you to cherish experiences, not material possessions. I added dozens of wonderful memories to the Happy Vault in my head.

What was my favorite trip? It's so hard to choose, so I'll pick two.

The first was my visit to Niagra Falls (the Canadian side). Seeing the power and majesty of nature up close is astounding. The intensity of the water-flow, posed against the backdrop of massive rock, amazes you. Here are some pics which don't really do the place justice...



















The second trip which will reside forever in my memory was a motorcycle ride I took to Detroit. I met my best friend Sara there and she showed me cool places like a famous outdoor art exhibition. The journey was long one (700 miles each way) but worth every ounce of effort. I'm definitely going back!
















What trips or adventures did you do this year?


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13 comments:

  1. LorenaDecember 15, 2016 at 1:05 PM

    I've always wanted to visit Niagara falls, either side will do for me !

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    1. ShybikerDecember 15, 2016 at 4:51 PM

      Go to the Canadian. Much prettier and more to do.

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  2. SonjaMDecember 15, 2016 at 2:24 PM

    Ah, road trip! I didn't have much of an opportunity to ride this year, however I managed to fulfil my childhood dream, and visited Iceland.

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  3. SuzanneDecember 15, 2016 at 6:37 PM

    Experiences and travel enrich our lives.

    I'm so happy you made the trip up to visit me and feel very lucky to have you as a friend.

    bisous
    Suzanne

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  4. AnonymousDecember 15, 2016 at 11:44 PM

    My trip of the year was to New Zealand. Planning to go back for Christmas 2017.

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  5. Tanvi from tanvii.comDecember 16, 2016 at 7:43 AM

    This was a year filled with trips for me. Iceland would have to be the most memorable one. Niagara falls is so majestic! :)

    ❥ tanvii.com

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  6. mypixieblogDecember 16, 2016 at 9:58 AM

    What a wonderful year of memories it's been for you! And those pictures of Niagara Falls (and Detroit!) are beautiful!!

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  7. KezzieDecember 16, 2016 at 6:41 PM

    Oh mY! That boat on the niagra! Quite terrifying but I imagine wonderful!!! So glad you made those trips!

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  8. Midnight CowgirlDecember 16, 2016 at 9:20 PM

    Both trips look like they were a lot of fun :)

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  9. Charlotte SparkleDecember 17, 2016 at 7:57 AM

    Great photos Ally, you've had a great year trip wise. I've not been anywhere special myself this year but did manage to get out and do a few walks in the countryside.

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  10. AnonymousJanuary 20, 2017 at 6:09 AM

    Shybiker for a reason 700 miles, wow farther than the song, 500 miles, 500 miles away from home, haha.
    xx Bing.

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