Nye County

Nye County is a county located in the U.S. state of Nevada.It is the largest county by area in the state and the third-largest county in the contiguous United States (thus excluding the boroughs of Alaska). Nicknamed "The Kingdom of Nye" the county features several environmentally sensitive areas, including Ash Meadows National Wildlife Refuge, the White River Valley, several Great Basin sky islands and a portion of Death Valley National Park. Visitors to Death Valley often stay at Beatty or Amargosa Valley.

Delightful Douro River Cruise

My husband and I had a delightful Douro River cruise in Portugal and Spain. Thanks to Sam's sterling organizational skills, we were able to enjoy a worry free holiday. Since we arrived a day early, Sam suggested a hotel in the main square of Porto (our starting point), and close to the Douro River and its wide walking boulevard. We could enjoy the cafes, bars, mimes, gelato stands, ferry boats passing, etc. From there the trip only got better. We...
By Sandy Dixon