Nothing like working on a computer in a corn field! With the modern wonders of usb wireless modems to connect into the mobile phone's network and the added benefit of having a netbook which inherently has a long battery life, I can perch myself, seated Thai style on the fertile ground among the corn plants, communicating with half the world, albeit agonizingly slowly at times. I compare the Internet speed here to the speed at which these … [Read more...]
A Few Words About Botswana
As we talked to locals in Gaborone, Botswana's capital city, people were so proud to talk about the things they love about their country. "We are free here, our country is so peaceful, you don't have to be afraid," said one. "You can criticize the government, you have free speech, free elections," said another. Botswana is indeed an incredible country. Home to not only the most beautiful wildlife we've seen yet, including … [Read more...]
LA Street Feast!
Food gourmet trucks are all the rage, this is a gathering of these trucks. Check it out. … [Read more...]
A Latin America Sailing sensation
A bi-centennial celebration in Cartagena Ten tall sailing ships arriving one at a time, greeted by marching bands, native dancers and thongs of Colombians on the pier at Cartagena, Colombia provided the spectacular setting for the 200th anniversary celebration of South America's independence from Spain that began in May, 2010. The Colombians love to celebrate and the festivities will continue throughout the year with much singing and dancing … [Read more...]
Back from LA
Just got back from the City of Angels. Had the Natural History museum exhibits all to myself - 1st Friday of every month open late, live bands setup shop and food - and some of the southlands pre-eminent professors and researchers give lectures, setup right among the exhibits. Def a highlight. Amazing gold and gem collection. World's largest known Ammonites. I felt like Ben Stiller in the Night of the Museum...well without the displays coming to … [Read more...]
Kauai: What’s Blooming on the Garden Isle
(June 2010) LIHUE, KAUAI- Kauai's tropical summer breezes are here and the days continue to lengthen, adding a rich warmth to the spectacular natural beauty of the Garden Isle. It's a perfect time to sail along the magnificent Napali Coast, tour majestic Waimea Canyon, or kayak along Kauai's waterfall-fed rivers. "With our multitude of outdoor activities the abundance of special deals available island-wide, visitors will find many new ways to … [Read more...]
Hitch Hiking through Jordan
There is the Arabic world, the Western world, the Indian world, the Asian world and the African world. we are loving every minute of our time in the Arabic world. Greetings from Dead Sea high on top of Mt. Nebo overlooking Jerusalem City and Palestine Territory. Can see lights of this old city already popping out, about 15 clicks from where we are standing. We are near the John the Baptism site and at the Moses memorial. One … [Read more...]
SCOTTSDALE TRAVEL NEWS: June 2010
A monthly tourism news update from the Scottsdale Convention & Visitors Bureau LARGEST MALL IN SOUTHWEST OPENING FIVE NEW STORES Still hot off the opening of Barneys New York and 18 additional stores and restaurants such as Michael Stars, Forever 21, True Religion and the country's first Microsoft store, Scottsdale Fashion Square is raising the shopping bar with five new retailers making their Arizona debut. In April 2010, Tory Burch opened … [Read more...]
Old Dhaka, Bangladesh – June 2010
Few tourists ever visit Old Dhaka Bangladesh, but for those adventurous travelers with a penchant to experience new cultures, food and acquire new experiences, than Dhaka is an excellent city for you. With over 14 million people it is rather crowded, but is fairly spread out and doesn't have that huge megalopolis city feel. Old Dhaka is located along the banks of the Sadarghat River and area of town similar in feel to Varanasi, India. Old … [Read more...]
Moon Northern California Wine Country
Moon Northern California Wine Country by Philip Goldsmith covers the major Northern California wine regions from Santa Cruz to Livermore up through Napa and Sonoma to Mendocino County in the north. Many wine guides either do to little or try to cover to much; this book strikes a nice balance between some of the off the beaten path wineries as well as those with more of a public presence. In addition the descriptions of the wineries are more … [Read more...]
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