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Ehren Cheung

Musings, analyses and mockery from an idealistic, tree-hugging, cloud-worshipping, road trip-loving, reclutantly-philosophical, over-analyzing, music-loving-but-song-title-forgetting, Canadian-born jook-sing, shutter-happy hiker infused with wanderlust -- all with a side dish of impartially overly-critical bias.

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January 10, 2010

If this isn't road tripping ...

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via Gian[The Ciccio] on flickr.com

What is? Nothing like a scenic drive through the Antermoia area in Italy.

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September 14, 2009

Driving the route

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There's always a route to take on a road trip. I had the opportunity to drive on this Colorado highway in the summer. I hear it's quite the experience in the winter...

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September 13, 2009

Enjoy

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the view from Pensacola Beach, Florida. After hours and hours of driving, this would be a great stop.  You might even see a few odd houses.

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September 4, 2009

Snap away

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at the Perito Moreno Glacier of Los Glaciares National Park in Argentina.

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June 29, 2009

The 17 Mile Delight

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Travelling through the Monterey County in California or just following the scenic routes (road tripping delight), be sure to take a 17 mile drive around the small Pebble Beach community and take in the magnificent scenic coast. You might even see some deer running by while you drive through the community.

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June 27, 2009

Not so off the beaten trail

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Sometimes we strive to find things that are off the beaten path to experience life from a different perspective and grasp hold of what is truly dear to us. In other moments we follow the commonly-used trail to discover how others made a difference.

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June 15, 2009

A waterfall in the backyard

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On the chance that one might be strolling through the municipality of Hemsedal (Buskerud), Norway ... take a side trip to see these bungalows and resorts with waterfalls right in their backyard in addition to the stunning views. Sky diving is optional.

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June 4, 2009

Water and Mountains

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What is it about water and mountains that make up such a fantastic chunk of the road trip experience? Whether it is a tranquil morning or a violent storm -- the sense of peace and adventure never seems cease. Drop by the Canadian municipality of Prince Rupert in British Columbia and see what has changed in this picture.

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June 2, 2009

Let's Go John!

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Being willing to step off the road and on to a different terrain is required for any road trip. Cacti fans and road trip explorers (plus avid hikers like myself) will drool over the Go John Trail in around Phoenix, Arizona of the USA. Apparently, this trail is considered kid friendly...

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May 28, 2009

Beach Rock

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The beach is always a popular road trip destination but if you're out on the west coast and you want to step on to a beach with a little bit more oomph, look no further (really) than Cannon Beach in Oregon, USA with Haystack Rock featured in this panoramic view.

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