I'm from a sleepy town in the Triad region of North Carolina. All my life, my parents took us kids to the closest beach on the east coast there was: good, old-fashioned Myrtle. Even back in the mid-1990s, it was a treasure trove of commercialism, with high-rise condos juxtaposed against centuries-old motels still somewhat holding on, amid the tearing down of the old Pavillion and the installation of a brand-new boardwalk. My toes never touched … [Read more...]
“Advancing in a different direction.” The lows and highs of an Indian Ayurveda Retreat
There is a slither of daylight creeping through the windows that are covered by heavy red drapes. I stay in bed to keep warm. My room is just as bad this morning as it was in the dark on arrival last night. There’s a draught from the chimney, so I adjust the wood cover to prevent cold air from entering. The hard floor is ice cold when I put my feet down. From my window, the sky is misty over the hills outside. The window is slightly open and I … [Read more...]
Small Towns Offer Big Charm on Prince Edward Island this Fall
PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND – With a reputation as “Canada’s Food Island,” Prince Edward Island kicks off autumn with the annual Fall Flavours Festival, a celebration of authentic PEI tastes and traditions with culinary adventures, events, and specialty meals hosted by celebrity chefs scattered throughout the province. Local events such as Copper Pots at Copper Bottom, Taste of Georgetown, Savour Victoria and more let small towns share their local fare … [Read more...]
Road Trip Part 4: The Salton Sea and Grand Canyon
In my early days of back-to-back cross-country road trips, my knowledge of photography was lacking, and my equipment was limited to a subpar cell phone camera. I have since learned the value of a good DSLR or mirrorless camera, as well as the versatility of a drone in capturing travel related photos. Still, I look back on my old road trip pictures with a nostalgia that's due in small part to their lower quality. It reminds me more vividly where I … [Read more...]
10 Must See Beaches to Add to Your Bucket List
The world is a big and beautiful place with more to it than meets the eye. With so much to see and do it's almost impossible to experience everything - this is why many travellers create bucket lists. With this in mind, nearly every single one of us enjoys spending time on the beach with crystal clear waters, sunshine and warm sand between our toes. So, let’s take a look at 10 beaches around the world that you should definitely have on your … [Read more...]
Road Trip Part 1: Branson to Bisbee
On April 1st, 2012 I set out on my first road trip from Northern Indiana to Southern California. By November 2014 I had added four more similar trips, each time taking a different route. It's easy to say that the journey is better than the destination, but the reality is, the longer the road trip, the greater the monotony. Fortunately, there is relief that comes from finding great places to stop, stretch your legs, take some pictures, get … [Read more...]
Adventure Awaits on the Coastal Shores of Atlantic Canada
ATLANTIC CANADA – Travelers in search of adventure need not travel far. Just north of the U.S. border of Maine lies the Atlantic Canadian provinces of New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, and Prince Edward Island, all rich with culture, character, and natural splendors that are perfectly appointed for an assortment of outdoor adventures. From soft to extreme, here are some examples of unforgettable active experiences in the … [Read more...]
Best Safari options in Rajasthan
The numerous wildlife safari parks of Rajasthan are not only a boon for nature lovers but allow visitors to soak in the diverse and vibrant culture of the state as well. In terms of nature, the huge state has so much to offer that one does not know where to start and where to finish, so unique are the experiences on offer. Rajasthan has a number of different safaris to cater to every whim and fancy of the visitor. You would need to opt for … [Read more...]
Exploring Elche
Also known as the City of Palms, Elche- or Elx in the Valencian dialect- is becoming an increasingly popular holiday destination. Elche is situated in Spain’s Costa Blanca region, approximately 23km inland from Alicante. A regular train service connects the two cities, and there are good motorway links to Torrevieja and Cartagena. It is situated conveniently close to two airports- the recently renamed Alicante-Elche airport and … [Read more...]
Slave Trade Sites Part 2: Gorée Island, Senegal.
It’s a short ferry ride to Île de Gorée (Gorée Island) from Senegal’s capital, Dakar. I wonder if I can take another day of slave museums in my worn-out state after a severely delayed flight. I quickly regret this stupid thought. Of course I can; it’s only a lack of sleep. It bears absolutely no comparison with what these people went through, so I’m sure that I can find the energy to pay my respects. Everything is calm belying the awful … [Read more...]
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