Relative to Henderson, Kentucky
(my birthplace):
Farthest North I've been on Earth (by land):
Geiranger Fjord, Norway
Farthest South I've been:
Hobart, Tasmania, Australia
Farthest East I've been on Earth (from Kentucky):
Delhi, India
(or would it be Perth, Australia? I don't know how to judge
that)
Farthest West I've been on Earth (from Kentucky):
Netarts, Oregon, USA
(or would it be Perth, Australia? I don't know how to judge
that)
Closest to the equator I have been (on land):
San Andres Cholula, Mexico
Number of US states I've been to:
40
(I haven't been to Alaska, Delaware, Hawaii,
Kansas, Maine, Michigan, Nebraska, New Jersey, Oklahoma or
West Virginia... yet...)
Number of countries I've visited or lived in:
36
Countries I've visited or lived in:
Afghanistan,
Albania, Australia,
Austria, Belgium, Bosnia
and Herzegovina, Bulgaria,
Canada, Croatia,
Czech Republic, Egypt,
France, Germany,
Great Britain (England and Scotland),
Hungary, India,
Ireland, Italy,
Jordan, Luxembourg, Macedonia
(the former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia), Mexico,
Montenegro,
Netherlands, Norway, Poland,
Romania, Serbia,
Slovakia, Slovenia,
Spain (Catalunya and Castilla),
Sweden, Switzerland, USA, United
Arab Emirates, Vatican City
International trips by motorcycle
Albania,
Austria, Belgium,
Bosnia
and Herzegovina, Bulgaria,
Canada,
Croatia,
Northern
England & Scotland, France,
Hungary,
Italy,
Luxembourg, Macedonia
(the former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia), Montenegro,
Norway,
Poland,
Romania,
Serbia,
Slovakia,
Slovenia,
Sweden
Trips riding my own motorcycle
California ("Lost
Coast" and gold
country), Idaho,
Montana
(Glacier NP), Nevada,
Oregon,
Washington
(state), Wyoming
(Yellowstone), Canada
(Alberta and British Columbia, Jasper, Banff &
Kootenay).
Maps
of where I've been
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My personal essay
about why traveling is not only wonderful, but important to your
life, and why women's excuses to avoid traveling are really
just words.
Need inspiration? Have a look at my
travel essays, covering road trips in the U.S, living in
Germany and traveling throughout Europe and beyond. These aren't
to brag -- they are to inspire (and to help my memory in my old
age)
I have a page of general
information and advice to help get novice women travelers
from the USA planning ASAP, with advice on how to choose where
to go, your options regarding group travel or DIY, and your
options regarding transportation and accommodations.
Things for women to consider regarding accommodations
choices, including advice on on safety.
A review of transportation options
for women travelers, with advice on preventing motion sickness.
I also have packing tips and health
& safety considerations especially for novice women
travelers.
saving money for travel (or to pay
off your debt).
for women who travel by
motorcycle (or want to). Includes information on packing
and accommodations.
transire benefaciendo: "to
travel along while doing good." Advice for those wanting to make
their travel more than sight-seeing and shopping, whether in
your own country or abroad.
I have a page of my favorite travel
resources, some specifically focused on helping women
travelers.
My page of helpful hints for camping
with your dogs in the USA.
Feeling ambitious? Some of the most astounding travel
destinations are in developing countries, and if you are already
an experienced international traveler, you might want to think
about some not-so-"Western"
destinations.
Accessing
essential information while traveling
Advice on things you should do before you leave on a trip, to
ensure you can access information via any computer or your feature
phone or smart phone that you might need while traveling.
Using
the Internet to Share Your Adventure During Your Adventure,
advice on blogging, photo-sharing, tweeting, etc.
Saving Money with Park Passes in the
USA (includes a caution for motorcycle riders regarding
state parks.
Getting Started as a
Motorcycle Rider: My Journey (Tips for Women Who Want To
Ride)
Our Motorcycle Travel &
Rally Adventures for 2012
Our Motorcycle Travel &
Rally Plans for 2013
Things to do in &
around Portland, Oregon when it rains (for grownups)
Because it rains a LOT in Portland. This is the most
comprehensive list you will find ANYWHERE. With some searches on
the Internet, you could adapt these suggestions for any city
anywhere.
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Jayne
Cravens