Photo credit: Dawsonville George CVB DAWSONVILLE, GEORGIA—JULY 2026—Slip away from the noise and hustle of city life to the quaint town of Dawsonville, nestled within the scenic North Georgia Mountains. It’s the perfect getaway with unique options for accommodations and a growing culinary scene only an hour northwest of Atlanta and two hours south of Chattanooga. Amicalola Falls State Park & Lodge One of Georgia’s most visited state parks is located just minutes from downtown Dawsonville, but the mountainous retreat feels a world away. Amicalola Falls State Park & Lodge […]

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Charles A. Ray is a retired U.S. diplomat and former ambassador to Cambodia and Zimbabwe. Before joining the Foreign Service, he served 20 years in the U.S. Army. Over his diplomatic career, he held key positions including Deputy Consul General in Chiang Mai, Thailand, Deputy Chief of Mission in Sierra Leone, Consul General in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, and Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for POW/Missing Personnel Affairs. He is a prolific author of more than 400 fiction and non-fiction books, with genres spanning leadership, history, diplomacy etc., and […]

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Dan Buettner is a National Geographic Fellow, the #1 New York Times Bestselling Author of five books on longevity and happiness, and a three-time Guinness World Record holder for long-distance cycling. In 2003, Buettner founded Blue Zones, where he has studied communities with increased longevity, including Ikaria, Greece; Loma Linda, California; Sardinia, Italy; Okinawa, Japan; and Nicoya, Costa Rica. His study of longevity has been adapted into a limited Netflix series ‘Live To 100: Secrets Of The Blue Zones’. I was fortunate enough to get hold of Dan and ask […]

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Babak Tafreshi is an Iranian-born photographer, science communicator, and dark sky advocate. He is known for his work in astrophotography and nightscape photography, capturing stunning images of the night sky, including stars, galaxies, and celestial events. Tafreshi is the founder of  The World at Night (TWAN), a global program that uses photography to raise awareness about light pollution and the importance of preserving natural nightscapes. He has also contributed to numerous publications, including National Geographic. Follow him on Instagram to see more of his work. In this interview, Babak talks […]

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Paul Salopek is a two-time Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and writer from the US, raised in central Mexico. He has reported globally for the Chicago Tribune, Foreign Policy, The Atlantic, National Geographic Magazine and many other publications. His Out of Eden Walk is a multiyear, 21,000-mile storytelling odyssey across the globe, following the footsteps of our ancestors. He began his journey in Ethiopia in 2013 and will walk 33,800 kilometers (21,000 miles) to the southern tip of South America. Along the way, he is walking with guides, stopping to speak with […]

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Q. Tell us about yourself. As a marine biologist, what sparked your interest in exploring the relationship between water and our well-being, leading you to write “Blue Mind”, the book that explores the many ways that water can have a positive impact on our health and well-being? As I kid, I loved being in the water. It was my happy place. On land, I was a bit introverted, stuttered, and I felt overwhelmed. But in the water, it was peaceful, and I could hear my thoughts. So, it makes sense […]

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Meet Russ Hedge, CEO of Hostelling International USA (HI USA) – The largest hostel network in the United States. HI USA was founded in 1934 and is a non-profit organization that offers hostel accommodations, activities and programs promoting inclusivity and diversity. Russ joins the interview to talk about how HI-USA is more than just an ordinary hostel that provides guests a bed to sleep in for the night. Q. Tell us about your journey into hosteling business. Growing up in Green Bay, Wisconsin, my early interest was all about football, […]

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One of my long-lasting and still remaining dreams is to visit as many sacred places as I can so I can feel the earth vibrate. Vibrate not only with all the feet that have passed before me, but also with the energy gathered in those special places. People have prayed there, laid their head on the ground or just simply sat to let the special energy wash over them. You come back different with an enriched soul and a calmed mind in an otherwise fast paced world. These places ground […]

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La Carmina is a multi-talented lifestyle blogger, TV host and an author of 4 books including the upcoming “The Little Book of Satanism: A Guide to Satanic History, Culture, and Wisdom,” published by Simon & Schuster on October 25, 2022. I recently managed to get hold of her and asked her a couple questions.  Q. You started as a blogger and slowly moved towards becoming an author and TV host. What has your journey been like to get to where you are today and what are the things that you […]

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My mobile phone buzzed with an email alert, jolting me out of my reverie. It was from Vicki Foster. “As I am writing this, I am looking out of my window across the bay to 2,000-meter mountains rising to snowy peaks. There is a male elephant seal trumpeting his arrival to the beach with his massive nose.” Interviewing Vicki was like sitting down in from of a TV and flipping the channel to National Geographic Network. She shared her story with so much enthusiasm that I could practically feel the […]

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Cortez, Colo. – Located in beautiful, rural Southwest Colorado, which is known for its wide-open spaces, stunning scenery and freedom to roam, Mesa Verde Country is within easy driving distance of several gateway cities, including: Denver (8 hours), Albuquerque (5.5 hours), Salt Lake City (7 hours), Phoenix (8.5 hours) and Las Vegas (7.5 hours). This makes Mesa Verde Country the perfect location for a great American road trip, where it’s as much about the journey as the destination. Plan Your Trip In addition to a helpful website and a Colorado […]

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Q. I remember when I was on an airplane for the very first time. I was so excited that I asked to be seated next to a window. The view from the plane window was just breathtakingly amazing. The bird’s-eye view provides a different perspective on the land below. You have produced a collection of cinematic drone masterpiece. Tell us what drew you to aerial photography in the very beginning? I think my fascination for the aerial perspective began when I was very young and through movies. I remember watching […]

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Costa Rica’s reputation as a prime destination for outdoor enthusiasts is well-deserved. While surfing may be the first thing that comes to mind when considering a trip to Costa Rica, one shouldn’t neglect the ample inland beauty. 30% of the land area in this small county is protected by national parks, wildlife refuges, and preserves.  As such, hiking experiences abound, with seemingly endless opportunities to take in the stunning scenery. The varied terrain offers a variety of hiking experiences, from easy coastal walks to more rigorous mountain climbs, and everything […]

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As a natural hot springs enthusiasts we often seek out remote hot springs to visit on our travels – especially on trips to California’s eastern Sierra Nevada mountains and parts of Southern California. Immediately intrigued when this book came across our desk – it highlights numerous hot springs experiences, many of which are under the radar – throughout California and Nevada. Author Bischoff has visited and reviewed more then 100 hot springs throughout these two states – highlighting many of the best sites including both primitive back country pools to […]

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The Cinque Terre is a collection of 5 colourful villages built in the Cliffside in the Italian Riviera.  I’ve had Cinque Terre on my bucket list ever since I saw an iconic photo of this part of Italy in National Geographic. When I was planning my trip to France and Italy in the Summer of 2017, I knew I wanted to check it out.  It was the perfect stop between Nice and Florence; it took about 5 hours to get to the Cinque Terre by train connecting in Genoa.  The train […]

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