Travel with Rolando Chang Barrero

 Photos from Upper Peninsula: Michigan (2026) by Rolando Chang Barrero If my camera could talk, it would probably be asking for a vacation after my journey through Michigan's Upper Peninsula! What started as a drive through the U.P. quickly turned into one photo stop after another. I stood in awe at Tahquamenon Upper Falls, watching thousands of gallons of root beer-colored water thunder over the edge while trying to convince myself that I had already taken "enough" photos. Spoiler alert: I had not. From there, I stepped back in time at Colonial Michilimackinac, wandered around historic lighthouses, and found myself repeatedly pulling over to admire the mighty Mackinac Bridge. Somewhere along the way, I also discovered Ocqueoc Falls, where even an easy stroll rewarded me with beautiful scenes and more reasons to fill up my memory cards. The real surprise was Michigan itself. Every time I thought I was headed to my next destination, another state park, scenic overlook, hid...

 June 7, 2026 From Sacred Shrines to Hidden Falls: A Perfect Northern Michigan Day -Travel with Rolando USA Tour #5  A journey to see the US National Parks through "Storms and Sunsets". The day began with an impressive drive north from Campit Outdoor Resort, winding through some of Michigan’s most beautiful countryside. The morning air was cool, the roads were quiet, and the landscape seemed to unfold like a painting with every passing mile. By mid-morning, I arrived in Lake City for a well-deserved break and enjoyed a peaceful breakfast along the shores of Lake Missaukee. The calm water reflected the blue sky, and for a brief moment, it felt as though time had slowed down. Continuing north, I arrived at the Cross in the Woods National Shrine in Indian River. Walking the Stations of the Cross was a moving experience, leading ultimately to the shrine’s magnificent centerpiece. Standing before the enormous crucifix was humbling. The cross itself, carved from a single redwood tr...