Wednesday before the race, we arrived in Playa del Carmen (PDC), with Ironman (IM) race check-in on Cozumel island scheduled for Thursday- plenty of time to take the ferry to Cozumel, get to our resort, get to race check-in, and relax a few days before the big race. BUT we arrived with baggage, lugging our... Continue Reading →
Ironman Cozumel 2020-Race Recap and Tips
Did you race IM Cozumel 2020? Please share your experience in the COMMENTS below! In a year where life has been anything but normal, Ironman Cozumel 2020 offered a sense of normalcy for triathletes. The long training hours and sacrifices to get to an Ironman starting line are mentally and physically draining enough. The emotional... Continue Reading →
Pontevedra, Spain- A Hidden Diamond
Last month, I got the opportunity to watch the World ITU Multipart Championships. When I heard they were in Spain, I was so excited. When I heard they were in Pontevedra, Spain, my heart sunk just a little. I had never heard of Pontevedra. It looked isolated on the map. It would take us 4... Continue Reading →
Paso Robles Winery Reviews (Continued): Sextant Wines
We entered Sextant through huge wooden double doors into a lovely long oval bar, where we were greeted by servers and a copy of the wine tasting menu. The atmosphere was relaxing, with wood carved waves on the ceiling enhanced by blue optic lights creating an illusion of flowing water overhead. We stood at the... Continue Reading →
Herman Story Wines- Our #1.5 Pick for Wine Tasting in Paso Robles
Why #1.5? I loved our visit to Herman Story Wines. It was a close tie for first (see here). And I just couldn't give it second! Read why below. Don't let the small room, cement flooring, and unpretentious attitude fool you. The wines at Herman Story Wines, named after the grandfather of winemaker and proprietor Russell P.... Continue Reading →
Paso Robles Wine Tasting- A First Timer’s Overview of Etiquette, Cost, and What to Expect
The quaint town of Paso Robles, nestled in the mountains of California, boasts a multitude of wineries, complete with a subculture of wine tastings and vineyard tours (either hired or on your own). Our "Do-It-Yourself" wine tasting tour included several vineyards, from well known to well hidden treasures. In a very few short hours, we went... Continue Reading →