One of my favorite states in the U.S. is Colorado. During my last big road trip I spent several weeks driving, hiking and biking through its mountains. Nestled high in the Rocky Mountains at an elevation of over 10,000 feet, Leadville, Colorado, is a hidden gem for adventure enthusiasts. This historic mining town offers a plethora of outdoor activities, but none are as exhilarating as the ATV (All-Terrain Vehicle) and UTV (Utility Task Vehicle) … [Read more...]
Bavarian Clothing and German Outfits: Fashion for Oktoberfest
I've always loved my time in Germany, primarily spent in Frankfurt and Mainz but I've also been fortunate to have visited other parts of the country including Heidelberg (famous for its old castle) and Munich, known world over for its Oktoberfest. This famous beer festival held annually in Munich, is not just about savoring fine brews and delicious food; it’s also a celebration of Bavarian culture and tradition. A significant part of this … [Read more...]
A Visit to Interesting Places, Northern Iraq
From Erbil, we make the tiny mountain community of Lalish in a little more than an hour including being waived through several police checkpoints. Arriving at Lalish a guard stationed on the road leading to the community told us we needed to remove our shoes for the duration of our visit. No sooner than we had done so, a gentleman passing by asked if we would like to join him for lunch. Lunch was held inside a large room surrounded by men sitting … [Read more...]
Balboa Park, San Diego CA – July 2024
Located mere minutes from downtown San Diego this 1200 acre park is a mix of museums, gardens, theatres, appealing architecture and the world-famous San Diego Zoo. The oldest museum in the park is the San Diego Natural History Museum founded in 1874. And the park is home to the world’s largest outdoor pipe organ. Arguably the center of the park is along 'museum corridor' a walk way passing by the most prominent of the museums and one of the most … [Read more...]
What to know in regards to receiving EU & USA compensation for delayed flights
Delayed flights are unfortunately the result of numerous factors, whether it be weather, mechanical equipment, software problems or a myriad of other factors. During mu 20+ years of traveling I have come to realize that a delayed flight or even cancellations are more common than one would think. Those flying once or twice a year, may in fact never experience a delay or canceled flight due to their infrequent travel, but for those on the road more … [Read more...]
Nova Scotia’s Acadian Heritage and Culture to Take Center Stage This Summer
Nova Scotia’s Acadian Heritage and Culture to Take Center Stage This Summer The province will host the quintennial 2024 “Congrès mondial acadien” cultural celebration this August Photo Credit: Tourism Nova Scotia Halifax, Nova Scotia (May 1, 2024) - This August 10-18, Nova Scotia will host the Congrés mondial acadien (CMA), a worldwide celebration that takes place every five years and brings together the Acadian diaspora from around … [Read more...]
All-Around Best Summer in Minneapolis: Gymnastics Olympic Trials, ‘Purple Rain’ Anniversary, Culinary Delights and More
Big events and added flights to draw visitors, who will have no shortage of new options for dining throughout the city Minneapolis – When Suni Lee and Simone Biles come to your city to compete for a spot on the Olympic team, you’ve already got a shot at the best summer ever but add to that the celebration of an iconic film’s 40th anniversary, a plethora of new dining options (on top of the countless restaurants in this no-so-hidden gem of the … [Read more...]
Tomorrow, Tomorrow, Insha Allah by Sara Cheikh
This book follows the author as she leaves Paris in the Spring of 2020 to visit her grandmother and large extended family in the Western Sahara. What was supposed to be a two week vacation turns into a much longer adventure due to closed borders and difficulties of travel that year. She returns to the Saharawi society and refuge camps from where she was born. This story is one of the cultural differences between her home in France and her … [Read more...]
History teacher builds 16-ft historic 1850 replica boat and journeys 80 miles along the Washington coast
WA state history & social studies teacher co-builds 16-ft historic 1850 replica boat, journeying 80 miles along the coast Michael Buse, a dedicated high school Social Studies teacher at Insight School of Washington, co-built of a remarkable maritime project – an 1850 replica 16-foot Cutter, as part of his work to document the involvement of the US in Pacific Northwest maritime. The construction of the replica Cutter commenced in 2021, … [Read more...]
Moments in Santa Fe de Antioquia, Colombia
An old man hunched over with a baseball cap and a small cloth pack hanging from his back, scoots in beside me on a small well worn bench. He quietly calls out to an old woman who has casually wandered over to us carrying a Styrofoam box perched on top of her shoulders . She places the coffee carefully in between the wooden slats on the park bench in between myself and the older gentleman. We sit here in silence, yet surrounded by music … [Read more...]
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