Contrary to what the title of this article suggests, Serra Gaúcha is the most well-known wine region within Brazil and produces approximately 80% of the country's wine. However, it not very well known by international wine enthusiasts; that needs to change - Garibaldi definitely deserves to be on your radar. Travelers can reach this part of Brazil using several in-country connecting flights to either Caxios do Sol (about a 45 minute drive) and … [Read more...]
My Rural Peruvian Experience
Preface: My Peruvian experience was truly unparalleled; what I encountered there cannot be captured on platforms like YouTube or Google. When most people envision a trip to Peru, they visualize images of sun-drenched beaches or the enchanting peaks of the Andes. But how often do we pause to consider the richness lying beyond the usual tourist hotspots? Rarely, if ever. This article details the hidden gems and intricate tapestry of culture I … [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...]
From War to Winemaking: Napa Valley Initiative Empowers Ukrainian Vintners with Regenerative Agriculture
Rutherford, CA., May 22, 2024 – Amid the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, Grgich Hills Estate in partnership with Roots of Peace and supported by Rotary International, is hosting an immersive regenerative viticulture training program for Ukrainian vintners, showcasing the positive impact of agriculture as a means of fostering global peace and community resilience. From June 3rd to June 9th, 2024, six distinguished Ukrainian vintners will engage in … [Read more...]
Jaguar Wishes and Capybara Dreams: Exploring South America’s Untamed Wetlands
Picture a world where vibrant macaws flaunt their sapphire feathers just beyond your window, where rough and tough cowboys navigate waist-deep waters teeming with caimans on horseback, and where the landscape surrenders to the ebb and flow of seasonal floods, submerging vast expanses for half the year. Welcome to the Pantanal, the beating heart of South America, nestled within the borders of Bolivia, Paraguay, and Brazil's Amazon … [Read more...]
Tom Allen, Adventure Cyclist, Author and Filmmaker
Q. In 2006, you began a round-the-world bicycle trip called 'Ride Earth,' an epic challenge you had never attempted before. What is it about seeing the world with a bicycle that excites you, and can you describe what the first few weeks of your journey were like? It was the promise of freedom that first drew me to bicycle travel. I’m sure that’s a common motive among travelers but doing it under pedal power really elevated the sense of … [Read more...]
What’s New in Pasadena, California – Late Summer/Early Fall
Here’s your September update on all things Pasadena! Below, find a curated list of the latest news happening around town. I recently did the Haunted Pasadena Walking Tour and learned about the underground accessways below Old Pasadena... quite a few hair-raising stories around town, just in time for spooky season. LODGING Hotel Dena, Pasadena Los Angeles, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel debuted as the ultimate artists’ retreat in the heart of … [Read more...]
Is Couchsurfing Dead? X Affordable Lodging Solutions for Students
Are you an adventurer at heart, yearning to explore different corners of the globe? As students, we often grapple with tight budgets, juggling books and the thrill of travel, all while seeking to broaden our horizons. The need for affordable lodging often tops the list of concerns for those who have caught the travel bug. In the past, the solution for many was a phenomenon called Couchsurfing - an innovative idea that disrupted the traditional … [Read more...]
A Visit to Hump Island Oyster Company: a Shore Excursion with Holland America, Ketchikan Alaska
Hump Island Oyster Company is located about a 30 minute drive from Ketchikan. This visit and on-shore experience was arranged through a Holland America Inside Passage cruise. This business was founded in 2010 by civil engineer Trevor Sande whose family has lived in Alaska since the early 1920s. He located an ideal place along Clover Passage on the shores of Hump Island, only a few miles from his family home - an area that takes full advantage of … [Read more...]
5 ways to support Mountain Gorilla Conservation
According to IUCN, there are close to 8410 critically endangered species in the whole world. These include but not limited to African savannah elephant, African wild dog, western lowland gorillas, and Eastern lowland gorilla among several other species. The mountain gorillas have recently made it off the critically endangered species to the category of endangered species because there is hope in the efforts of Uganda, Rwanda and Democratic … [Read more...]
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