Taryn McKinnon
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- Member since
- 11th March 2009
I'm a Writer/Editor working in Washington, DC, USA, but the four months I spent living in London and traveling throughout Europe were by far some of the best times of my life. Can't wait to get back so I can travel throughout the rest of Europe and beyond.
Taryn McKinnon's activity
- September 2009
- April 2009
Taryn McKinnon reviewed Lucca in Tuscany, Italy
Lucca, in the heart of Tuscany, has all the charms travellers have come to expect from this beautiful region of Italy. A medieval city, Lucca wears show of its history, from the silk trade to Napoleon’ eventual takeover. Surrounded by almost perfe…"
Taryn McKinnon reviewed Bourne to Orleans, Cape Cod in Cape Cod, United States
Drive from Bourne to Orleans along the Cape Cod coast in Massachusetts through picturesque New England scenery. Although this short, 64 km, trip technically takes only a day to drive, make the right detour onto one of the deserted beaches or charming bea…"
Taryn McKinnon reviewed The Mohawk Trail in New England, United States
The Mohawk Trail is the perfect drive for those in search of the wide open road surrounded by a striking mountain backdrop dotted with quaint historic New England towns, and 50,000 miles of preserved national parks. What started as a Native American trad…"
Taryn McKinnon reviewed Trans Canada Highway in Vancouver, Canada
Conquer Canada with a continent spanning ride along the Trans Canada Highway. Starting in Victoria in British Columbia, this 7,821 km route will take you across the expansive Canadian wilderness to the opposite coast in St. John’s Newfoundland. Drive thr…"
Taryn McKinnon reviewed Blue Ridge Parkway in Appalachian States, United States
The Blue Ridge Parkway is a scenic winding route through the mountains, from Virginia’s Shenandoah National Park, heading south through pristine wilderness highway, to end up in Great Smoky Mountains National Park in North Carolina. The 755 km drive turn…"
Taryn McKinnon reviewed Monument Valley US 163 in Southwest Desert, United States
For the truly American road trip experience, hit US 163 for a ride along the Monument Valley. This desert drive spans the Southwest from Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park in Kayenta, Arizona, to Utah among some of America's most famous scenery. Drive …"
- December 2007
Taryn McKinnon reviewed Segovia Aqueduct in Segovia, Spain
Segovia is a charming walled city, seeped in the visible trappings of its century spanning history. The main draw to the city is its World Heritage Site Roman Aqueduct, but there’s no end of monuments and historical sites throughout. The city is dotted w…"
Taryn McKinnon reviewed Tyre in Tyre, Lebanon
Tyre has endured a long and tumultuous history that has bequeathed the modern city with a wealth of intriguing historical and cultural landmarks. Wander the souqs to get a feel for the flavour of the city. Sift through the traditional crafts and goods an…"
Taryn McKinnon reviewed Harar Jugol, the Fortified Historic Town in Harar, Ethiopia
Harar Jugol feels less of a holiday destination than the end point of a spiritual pilgrimage. This ancient walled city in eastern Ethiopia contains over 82 mosques and over 100 shrines which can equal an intense look into the culture of Islam for cultura…"
