The Best Travel Gear (That I Really Use!)
Over the last 15 years I have traveled a lot, and lugged all kinds of cameras, bags and travel accessories all over the world. So, it might not surprise that one of the questions I am asked all the...
View ArticleActun Tunichil Muknal, Belize, Caves and Superstition
My guide, Jose, looked around at me and put his finger to his lips, “Shh, can you feel the spirits?” I held my breath. Human skeletons and cracked pottery lay scattered on the ground. Obsidian blades...
View ArticleMuch More than Machu Picchu
Machu Picchu is a Must but… There is more to Peru! To most, Peru is the country where Machu Picchu is located. Yes, this is true, and what an incredible landmark to boast: the incredible Inca ruins...
View ArticleCockburn Town, Grand Turk Island
Along Duke Street are some lovely restored buildings dating from around one hundred years ago with casuarina, frangipani, and Caribbean pine trees in the gardens. The sea is never far away with its...
View Article16 Reasons to Visit Puerto Vallarta
Why Now is the Best Time to Visit Puerto Vallarta As the Peso lowers, bargain hunters will find great deals in Paradise March 3, 2016 – With the Mexican Peso at an all-time low, with average exchange...
View ArticleTours in Swaziland
Tours Developing in Swaziland Swaziland tops Africa¹s adventure travel hotlist in 2016 It may be southern Africa¹s smallest country but the tiny Kingdom of Swaziland is set to become African’s...
View ArticleGear Review: Wazzala Microfiber Towel
The Pitch “Compact, extremely practical, super-absorbent and fast-drying. The Wazzala Microfiber Towels use the latest microfiber technology and are perfect for active people who enjoy sports,...
View ArticleThe Whale Sharks of La Paz, Mexico
Learning about the Whale Sharks of La Paz My Interview with La Paz, Mexico I met up with Sandra Félix of La Paz Tourism at the Los Angeles Travel & Adventure Show in Long Beach on February 27 to...
View ArticleWhale Watching Season in La Paz
Last month at the Los Angeles Adventure and Travel Show Devin and I took the opportunity to interview Sandra Félix of La Paz Tourism. La Paz sits along the coast of one of the most ecologically diverse...
View ArticleThe Gorilla and More in Rwanda (video)
Rwanda Travel is More Than Gorillas Meeting with Belise of Rwanda Tourism I met with Belise at the 2016 Los Angeles Travel and Adventure show in Long Beach last weekend to discuss gorillas, flora and...
View ArticleLoving Slovenia (video)
Have you Travel to Slovenia? Yes, we got married in Slovenia I met with Ursa representing Slovenian Tourism and Kompas to discuss our wedding and what is happening in Slovenia for travelers. There is...
View ArticleEating Ireland
Food in Ireland Fish and Chips in Ireland I am an unapologetic travel addict. So it’s no surprise I jumped at a recent, last minute invitation to stay with friends just outside of Limerick, Ireland. I...
View ArticleDriving into Tuscan/Umbrian Culture
Tuscany and Umbria In all of Italy, Tuscany and Umbria are tops in my book. Friends who’ve visited all tell me they love it and although I normally don’t follow the herd, I have to admit I love it too....
View ArticleStill Fantastic: Fiji After the Hurricane
Hurricane Winston chooses best path through Fiji Yes, there was damage to Fiji but the hurricane’s path left the vast majority of the islands unharmed. To learn more about Fiji and how Fiji is waiting...
View ArticleThe Sweets and More in Jamaica (video)
Why is travel to Jamaica so great? I think I have interviewed Dian Holland four or five times at the Los Angeles Travel and Adventure show in Los Angeles and it is always a good time. This interview is...
View ArticleAn Ode to Life Magazine and Gordon Parks
An Ode to Life Magazine and Gordon Parks An Ode to Life Magazine and Gordon Parks As part of my trip to Brazil, I wanted to pay homage to one of my favorite photographers, Gordon Parks. In 1961, Parks...
View ArticleLearning About American Samoa
How American is American Samoa? I learned lots about American Samoa from Eleitina, who is one of their tourism representitives at the 2016 Los Angeles Travel and Adventure show. Some of the topics we...
View ArticleTurkish Delights with Flotours, Part 1
This is part 1 of a four-part review of a tour to Turkey with Flotours. Moreover, this is an older article that has been updated. While Turkey has been having some challenges of late it is still one of...
View ArticleTurkish Delights with Flotours, Part 2
Day 2: Istanbul/Canakkale Our first major drive brought the group to Canakkale (cha-NOCK-a lay) via ferry boat across the Marmara Sea, where we visited the ancient ruins of Troy. Yes Troy, as in Helen...
View ArticleTurkish Delights with Flotours, Part 3
Day 5: Pamukkale/Antalya Waking early, we piled in to the bus, now our second home. A gorgeous sunrise welcomed us to a quick stop atop the Pammakule Necropolis, where we were able to see the sun rise...
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