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Penang – An Embodiment of Creative Disruption

May 19, 2017 by Jarard Paige1 Comment

George Town, Penang Much like the street art and street (“hawker”) food that seem to serve as the first definition of modern day Penang, the city is one that is best experienced through the senses. Though the city is still trying to create an identity for itself after it was stripped of such comfort during WWII, it is using vibrant, creative solutions to tell its history, share its beauty and humor, and redevelop itself as Malaysia’s thriving … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Asia · Tagged: Art, Asia, Bangkok Thailand, Beach, California, Culture, England, Festival, Food and Wine, History, Houston, India, Los Angeles, Malaysia, Markets, Panama City, Puerto Rico, Rainforest, Resort, Scuba Diving

Swim with Dolphins: Good Idea?

October 3, 2016 by Natalie Tanner2 Comments

It doesn’t take much looking these days when exploring travel options to come across adventures involving animals. There are LOTS of photos of people smiling with a wide variety of animals from their travels and adventures. You can swim with dolphins in Hawaii, stingrays (San Antonio, TX Sea World),and even sharks (Disney Aulani in Kapolei, HI)! On every continent there are animals to encounter and experiences to add to your memories – riding … [Read more...]

Filed Under: North America · Tagged: Africa, Alaska, Animal Rescue, Art, Dolphin, Egypt, Fashion, Food and Wine, France, Hawaii, Houston, Seafood, Sushi, Texas, Village, Walking tour, Wildlife, Zoo

Guide to Houston, Texas

June 10, 2016 by Allison Tibaldi1 Comment

Houston combines Texas authenticity with artistic flair. If you like cowboy boots and rodeo with your cutting-edge art scene, mosey on over. In addition to world-class museums, innovative visual experiences should please even self-proclaimed museum haters. The culinary panorama is in the spotlight, with over 10,000 restaurants to tickle your palate. From inexpensive neighborhood spots to chef-driven eateries drawing big spenders, you’ll never go … [Read more...]

Filed Under: North America · Tagged: America, Aquarium, Art, Beer, Bicycle, Culinary travel, Culture, Food and Wine, Garden, Houston, Kentucky, Museum, New Orleans, Ohio, Oyster, Restaurants, Rome, Spa, Texas, Walking tour

Basecamp Ortelius, Ushuaia to Antarctica Cruise with Oceanwide Expeditions

April 4, 2016 by Dave5 Comments

Oceanwide Expeditions is a pioneer in cruise-based exploration of both Antarctica and the Arctic regions. Based in the Netherlands and with an office in Houston - their focus is on small ship Antarctica & Arctic cruise adventures to parts of the world that see relatively few visitors. Many of the staff on board have been with the company for years. In an environment where there is an extremely thin line for survival, safety is paramount; in … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Antarctica · Tagged: Airport, Antarctica, Argentina, Castle, Cruising, Drinking, Fashion, Food and Wine, Glacier, Hiking, History, Houston, Ice Climbing, Internet, Mountain Climbing, Museum, Music, National Park, Photography, Restaurants

Layovers are great*

June 27, 2015 by DanielLeave a Comment

I am fortunate enough to participate in non-rev travel. This has its obvious ups and downs. I know where to find free WiFi in Houston International. I've spent dozens of nights sleeping in airports. And I’m certainly no stranger to being stuck in cities I’d rather not be in. When I was marooned in Paris last November, I was faced with the difficult decision of how to spend the next 24 hours. I was exhausted from a brief romp around Spain and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Europe · Tagged: Airport, Beer, Bicycle, Coffee, Drinking, France, Houston, Internet, iPhone, Paris, Restaurants, Scuba Diving, Spain, Wildlife

The Global Scavenger Hunt Entry Deadline Nears

January 23, 2015 by DaveLeave a Comment

The 2015 Travel World Championship EventEntry Deadline Approaches SANTA MONICA, USA The deadline to enter the 2015 edition of the travel world championship, The Global Scavenger Hunt, is February 1st with only a few spots open for those wanting to compete for “The World’s Greatest Travelers” title and trophy--and chance to earn a free trip around the world with their triumph. Serious travelers are a competitive breed, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Amazing Race, America, Culture, Ecuador, Houston, India, Indiana, Kenya, Santa Monica, Scavenger Hunt, Sri Lanka, Travel Writing Contest

Maybe Montserrat, Maybe Not?

November 14, 2014 by John EdwardsLeave a Comment

Caribbean Chic and Volcanic VIPS in the Dead Zone "Lifestyles of the rich and famous" spokesman Robin Leach has nothing on budget jetsetter John M. Edwards. A West Indies "Old Hand" -- One who cannot sail, surf or fish - he still says Montserrat can't be beat for ATMO. If you don't mind destruction and destitution in the wake of a deadly volcanic eruption ... Maybe Montserrat? You plan your next Caribbean vacay around a disaster of … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Caribbean · Tagged: America, Beach, Britain, Caribbean, Celebrity, Culinary travel, Drinking, England, Expatriate, Houston, Ireland, Jetsetter, London, New Orleans, Paradise, Resort, Sailing, Sand, Seafood, Venice

Dining on Vancouver Island

July 27, 2014 by John EdwardsLeave a Comment

John M. Edwards, the only smoker ever allowed onto the premises of snooty “Sooke Harbour House,” visits Vancouver Island in the Pacific Northwest on his own terms. As a paying contributor to “The United Negroe College Fund,” for sage reasons of philanthropy as well as tax evasion, I was a little surprised to find in the maritime city of Vancouver, British Columbia, absolutely no black people—only Commonwealthy Europeans and Asians, plus a few … [Read more...]

Filed Under: North America · Tagged: Beach, British Columbia, Canada, Christmas, England, Film, Flowers, Food and Wine, Garden, Houston, Internet, New Orleans, Restaurants, Seattle, Vancouver, Whales, Wildlife, Wine Tasting, Zoo

Sheiks on the Plane, International Airspace

June 9, 2014 by John EdwardsLeave a Comment

John M. Edwards flies into the wild blue yonder from London Heathrow to New York JFK, wedged in between two suspicious-looking suspected terrorists supposedly from the United Arab Emirates. . “Goddammit, there are snakes on the plane!” I couldn’t help but laugh at the drunken comment attributed to Samuel Jackson several aisles behind, followed by the lame “Don’t call me Shirley” from Airplane. While my two outlandishly dressed seatmates … [Read more...]

Filed Under: North America · Tagged: Airline, Airport, Drinking, Fashion, Film, Food and Wine, Houston, London, New Orleans, New York City, Passport, Sand, Ski Trip, Tallest Building

Dispatch: Atom Ant Japanese Houseguest

June 6, 2014 by John EdwardsLeave a Comment

John M. Edwards receives a strange visitor from the Nipponese “Land of the Rising Sun,” who is, of course, despite a strong yen, ultimately a freeloader. In Westfield, New Jersey, United States, North American Continent, at my apt upstairs from the now-long-gone Tullio’s Hair Salon (which daily pumped up the odoriferous air of Free Heat, Aqua Velva, and Brill Cream), I received a visitor from not another planet exactly but instead from a way … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Asia · Tagged: Airport, America, Animal Rescue, Beach, Desert, Film, Food and Wine, Garden, Houston, Israel, Japan, New Jersey, New Orleans, New York City, Oregon, Save Money, Spa, Tsunami

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