“Blessed are the curious, for they shall have adventure.” I admit I only know a little about Quebec, that francophone region located right in the heart of North America. I am aware that it is Canada’s second largest (and second-most populous) province. And that 90% of its population lives within just a couple of hours of the border with the United States. But what about the other 10%? Where and how do they live? What’s there to do beyond … [Read more...]
Mountain Lines by Jonathan Arlan
Author Jonathan Arlan is bored; bouncing around from New York, to Tokyo ultimately to Europe - he becomes a wanderer. Eventually he spots a map while in Serbia. For some reason it 'speaks' to him - a red line that runs from Lake Geneva through the Alps ending in the Mediterranean Sea indicating a route of about 400 miles. His curiosity peaked, Not a likely candidate to make this walk (no prior outdoor experience, long hikes or knowledge of … [Read more...]
Design and Speed: Stuttgart’s Exquisite Mercedes and Porsche Museums
For a portion of the population, a car is just a utilitarian thing: go from Point A to Point B, hope you don’t run out of gas, and wash it every six months or so. But for some people, myself included, cars are an exuberant expression of ingenuity, excitement and progress. The automotive industry and its dynamic productions are colorful parts of the pageant of world history. And if you want to see some remarkably varied, thoughtful and outright … [Read more...]
A long weekend exploring Geneva
My idea of a good way to spend a bank holiday weekend is none other than jet setting off to a foreign land. My best friend was traveling in Italy and Switzerland, so I decided to meet her in Geneva for 3 days. Let me start off by saying that Geneva is not cheap. Ranked as the most expensive city in Europe, anywhere you go for food or drinks, is generally overpriced. So if you’re a backpacker on a budget, Geneva (and the majority of … [Read more...]
2nd Annual Winter Wine Walk, Burbank, Los Angeles – November 18th, 2017
BURBANK, Calif. — Burbank will be kicking off the holidays in style with the 2nd Annual Winter Wine Walk & Street Fair, which will be taking over the streets and stores of Downtown Burbank on November 18, 2017, from noon to 8:00 PM. A celebration of wine and local businesses that will cover two blocks in the heart of Downtown Burbank's shopping and dining neighborhood, the Winter Wine Walk will transform stores throughout the district into … [Read more...]
Warren, Ohio: A Weekend Getaway Back Thru Time!
In the State of Ohio, between Cleveland and Youngstown, sits the City of Warren. Don't bother looking for it - you won't find it on any map. Unless, of course, your checking for the weather on the 6 o'clock news! After spending an afternoon in Warren, it's easy to see that there is so much more to this city than meets the eye. From the Packard museum to the Trumbull Art gallery, restaurants and bars, the Ampitheatre and Mosquito Lake State … [Read more...]
Fly into Hogansville’s Hummingbird Festival
This classic Southern Georgia celebration buzzes with fall family fun October 21-22 HOGANSVILLE, GEORGIA--OCTOBER 2017--Main Street will be bursting with all things autumn at the Hogansville Hummingbird Festival, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., October 21-22. The "City of Friendly People" invites the entire family to get into the harvest spirit with more than 200 vendors and open storefronts dressed up for the season in Hogansville, Georgia, located on … [Read more...]
“At the water hole.” Addo National Elephant Park
It’s a bumpy one hour drive on a sandy road to Addo Elephant National Park. Due to hunting, disease and colonisation, by 1931 only eleven elephants remained in this area. Although local farmers wanted to exterminate them, the South African government established the park at Addo to protect these endangered animals. Conflicts between the farmers and the park continued until finally the park was fenced. Now the park keeps around six hundred … [Read more...]
Atlantic Canada Delivers Foliage, Flavor and Festivals Aplenty this Fall
ATLANTIC CANADA (September 2017) – As summer gives way to crisp autumn air, the Canadian provinces of New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, and Prince Edward Island offer more than breathtaking horizons of gold, crimson and amber leaves. This fall, travelers to coastal region of Atlantic Canada will find fewer crowds, lower rates and a variety of festivals, culinary indulgences and experiences that deliver more than simply … [Read more...]
4 Best Holiday Vacation Destinations
The holidays are coming and it's time to book your hotel! It's always fun to get away for the holidays, whether to relax or see family and friends. If you don't know where to go this year, check out these four best holiday vacation destinations. Each has something unique to offer to put you in the holiday spirit. Portland, Oregon (Image via Flickr by Mike Rohrig) If you're staying in Oregon for the holidays, several annual events take place … [Read more...]
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