Editor's Picks Archives - Sightseers' Delight

Here’s why Key West really is ‘the place to be’

June 15, 2022 Todd DeFeo

It really is “fine and fair” and also “paradise divine.”

A thought about travel guides when it comes to planning what to see

December 19, 2021 Todd DeFeo

I’m not going to suggest one travel guide over another. But what I want to say is don’t worry about trying to cram everything into a trip.

It’s time to consider the Black Hills and the Badlands for your next vacation

December 14, 2021 Todd DeFeo

First off, the Black Hills and the area around Rapid City are stunningly beautiful. Secondly, the national parks are among the best in the country.

When Dylan returns to the stage, the world seems right, even if just for a few minutes

November 30, 2021 Todd DeFeo

Bob Dylan has a way of making the realities of the outside world seem so far away. It was a much-needed respite from reality in a year like this, even only for 90 minutes.

Enjoying the drive through Ohio from Columbus to Amish Country

November 26, 2021 Todd DeFeo

Too many times recently, my trips to Ohio have kept me in and around the Columbus area. There is nothing wrong with Columbus. But there is so much more to the “Heart of it All” worth exploring.

Do you need anything besides wine, cheese and history from a destination?

November 15, 2021 Todd DeFeo

Over the years, I have written frequently about what makes a destination worth exploring. And, if we’re truly honest, the trio of Wine, Cheese and History pretty much sums it up. If you can find a destination with all three, you should stay there.

And you think we’re capable of fixing healthcare?

July 16, 2021 Todd DeFeo

It will be hard to improve healthcare in this country as long as healthcare systems are this inept.

Looking back at Christchurch and exploring the whole story of a destination

February 22, 2021 Todd DeFeo

Exploring places means sometimes looking at the less than idyllic parts of its story. As the world pauses to remember the deadly 2011 Christchurch earthquake’s anniversary, my thoughts turned to that resilient city.

In COVID, taking a moment to think about places visited

February 9, 2021 Todd DeFeo

You don’t need me to tell you the COVID-19 pandemic has been disheartening. As someone who loves to travel and explore, it’s made me think about the places I’ve visited, the people I’ve encountered over the years and the experiences I’ve enjoyed.

In the COVID era, take a moment to enjoy the local surroundings

November 17, 2020 Todd DeFeo

When it comes to the COVID-19-mandated lock downs, the idea of traveling seems like a foreign concept.