Abu Dhabi’s Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque: 10 Great Reasons To Visit
The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi is truly a sight to behold. I was awestruck when I toured it – impressed by its massive size, sheer beauty, architectural. ...Read more
Photo Essay: Havana Cuba – Colorful, Vibrant and Alluring
Cuba is certainly a smoking hot destination right now! This is especially true for American travelers who are chomping at the bit to visit this fascinating and “forbidden” Caribbean island. ...Read more
Stranded by a Havana Rainstorm & Rescued by Cuban Hospitality
The dark skies gathering in the distance over Havana may have looked ominous but I didn’t worry. I had a free day – some delicious time off from my Cuba. ...Read more
Walking Spain’s Camino: A Journey of the Spirit That Inspires & Transforms
For a thousand years, the Camino de Santiago or “Way of St. James” has brought pilgrims from all corners of Europe across the north of Spain to Santiago de Compostela. They. ...Read more
Iceland’s Northern Lights Photography for Dummies
Seeing the Northern Lights in all their amazing glory was high on my travel dream list – like so many other people! In fact, experiencing the Aurora Borealis was the. ...Read more
Fly Like An Angel Over Africa’s Spectacular Victoria Falls
Victoria Falls, one of the World’s 7 Natural Wonders, is an absolutely “must see” for travelers to Southern Africa. It offers an intriguing sense of history – Dr. Livingstone, I presume?. ...Read more
Baby Boomers & Travel Trends: Does This Describe You?
I am a proud Baby Boomer. We Boomers – the generation born between 1946 and 1964 – have always been trendsetters and a tad rebellious! We were the first generation. ...Read more
Visit Austria’s Hallstatt: Idyllic Alpine Village with a Salty History
This classic view of Hallstatt is breathtaking, don’t you agree? An idyllic alpine town nestled between a serene lake and forested mountain peaks – populated by charming houses with flower-draped. ...Read more
Sharing Hot Chocolate & Special Memories With Buddhist Nuns in Burma
I kept pinching myself. There I was, in a Buddhist nunnery in Myanmar early one morning with fellow traveler Karl. We were enjoying hot chocolate and sharing “heart-to-heart connections” with. ...Read more
Visiting Charming Segovia: Spain’s Perfect Complement to Madrid
Storybook Castle – Check√ Ancient Roman Aqueduct – Check√ Magnificent Gothic Cathedral – Check√ Walkable Old Town with cute shops and cafes – Check √ Excellent Cuisine – Check√ Welcome. ...Read more