The Rambling Russells

06/05/2026

06/05/2026

‘Never have I ever….. hiked on the Appalachian Trail!’ Can’t say that anymore! 😁😅😎

Just a couple hours of it but cool to have even done that much…. Only a couple thousand miles left to cover it all! lol!

06/04/2026

It’s a little sad how long it’s been since I hiked and this trip was the first time going up some on Mt Beacon. Went to the Reservoir and played with salamanders before heading back down. Lovely, lovely day, lovely, lovely trail, and lovely, lovely company!!

We did one of the shorter hikes which only proved how much I need to be hiking more! lol! My legs were worn out by the time we got back!

04/04/2026

Wow!!! What a great find!! It’s a family-owned smaller restaurant with great atmosphere, incredible food, and warm and friendly staff!! The steak tacos were wonderful and their shrimp and grits are award-winners for good reason! Their crème-brûlée is a family recipe and I was really glad I had saved space for dessert!!

08/30/2025

Oh, Seattle! I had forgotten just how cool of a city you are!!!

Several ramblings through Pikes Market, a Lock Tour, the Gum Wall, the Space Needle, a Pike’s Clam Chowder Bowl, and great company!

10/26/2024

Tenerife was one of the most enjoyable stops on our Transatlantic Tour. If you love shopping, the charming boutiques and shopping malls are perfect for every budget. If you love lush gardens and beautiful scenery, the island offers that as well. And if you enjoy eclectic and diverse cultures and entertainment all within a few minutes stroll, then Tenerife is a must-see island.

09/26/2024

Passing through Vicksburg. Rambling a little.

09/11/2024

I know, I know!!! Don't tell me to fill out another survey!!!

But, did you know that the cabin steward who was so great to you throughout your cruise, and the table server who went out of their way to find that extra bit of candied pecans to add to your sorbet, or the waiter at the bar that called you by name each night all have a lot of their future tied to your survey? Good and bad, cruise lines depend on our surveys to make decisions about future entertainment, staff promotions, and even staff assignments.

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Guest surveys are an important way to provide feedback to the cruise line on the service provided throughout your trip.

09/04/2024

🌹 Funchal, Portugal ❤️

We enjoyed every place we visited while on our cruise. However, Funchal is the one place that we both are determined to visit again.

Funchal, the jewel of Madeira, Portugal was the most beautiful place we had ever seen and is one location we will definitely return to.