I have found one of the best ways to explore a new place is to visit when you have someone living there. In 2014, Mark and I had an in- law living in China when we visited Shanghai. Later that year, I would do the same when I visited Nairobi, Kenya and stayed with my sister who lived there at
Four months after the 2020 pandemic “shut down”, we visited Torreya State Park. Located about 65miles from home, this park is accessible off Interstate-10 and
RE-POST from January 2021…………It is another Google photos moment when you get those pics from this time of the year so many years ago. And
Most of us who live in the coastal United States are familiar with the planning and preparation involved during hurricane season every year. More than
When the roots are deep there is no reason to fear the wind – African proverb Having spent most of my childhood in Africa and
This year, spring break was anything but ordinary. Without any concrete travel plans, we defaulted to a “staycation” where we visited different sites and establishments
(This blog post is updated and revised to include Covid-19 specifics) It is another rainy evening in Florida as I start writing this blog post.
In a world of sound bites where every media outlet is vying for just “15minutes” of your time on a YouTube video, and after a
Family vacations without kids anyone? When Mark and I first got married we took a couple of vacations together. However, the more kids we have,
Mexico…..My last post on Mexico recounted our first trip to Mexico, the Maya Riviera to be precise. Our second time to Mexico would be in
Travel gives us something to look forward to. The anticipation of going to a new place and learning new things is often elating. Travel permits
Dawsonville, Georgia Sometimes you need to get out and take a hike. This has been truer since the dawn of the pandemic when physical distancing
Aerial view: Istanbul August 2017 It is a new year and after 2020 most of us would like to have flipped the switch to a
Travel Destination 2021 The beginning of the year is always a great time to plan travel. Its a great time to budget and explore destination
“Bonne anne! Bonne anne! Happy new year!” We were awakened on the flight from Casablanca to Douala to these phrases ringing through the plane. Festive
Most travelers will experience, every now and again, stumbling into unintended travel planning and end up exploring a destination unexpectedly. This was the case with
“Akwaaba”. Welcome. The year is still 2020 and travel is virtually at a standstill with the covid-19 pandemic. The month was November and after much
I have found one of the best ways to explore a new place is to visit when you have someone living there. In 2014, Mark
Four months after the 2020 pandemic “shut down”, we visited Torreya State Park. Located about 65miles from home, this park is accessible off Interstate-10 and
RE-POST from January 2021…………It is another Google photos moment when you get those pics from this time of the year so many years ago. And
Most of us who live in the coastal United States are familiar with the planning and preparation involved during hurricane season every year. More than
