How to Be a Catalyst for Political Change, Wherever You Live
A lot has happened since I started this post. There seems to be no end in sight for the coronavirus pandemic, at least in the U.S. And now the unjustified murder of George Floyd...
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2019: The Travel Year in Review
“Happy New Year!” I proclaim, blowing an imaginary noisemaker, throwing invisible confetti, and conveniently ignoring the fact that I’m a month late in posting my end-of-year roundup. Forgive me for my unseemly procrastination, but...
Kudos to the Caucasus: Why I Fell In Love with Georgia, Armenia & Azerbaijan
Two years ago, a return to the real world lay on the horizon, and I knew I couldn’t finish my round-the-world backpacking adventure without one last hurrah. And where better to do that than...
5 Astounding Places to Visit in Africa: Travel Destinations on My Bucket List
54 remarkably diverse countries, one enormous continent, and only two stamps in my passport. Aside from a couple of unbelievable trips to Morocco, Africa is one place that I have yet to explore. Africa...
2018: The (Very Belated!) Travel Year in Review
I know, I know! We’re already a third of the way through 2019, and here I am talking about 2018. But since 2011, I’ve finished off each year by looking back on the places...
Best Wine Regions in Europe: 10 Destinations and Wineries You Can’t Miss
Think of wine, and images of sipping champagne in France or enjoying a chianti under the Tuscan sun spring to mind. With Italy, France, and Spain alone producing almost 14 million metric tons of...
5 Fantastic Reasons to Book an Escorted Tour to Australia
Australia is a country that has to be seen to be believed. Its pristine beaches, endless deserts, and lush rainforests, combined with its laid-back towns and trendy urban neighborhoods, make it one of the...
6 of the Best Places to Hike in the World: Check Out These Impossibly Beautiful Destinations
With gazillions of unbelievable hiking trails across the globe, it’s easy to plan an unforgettable trip to the great outdoors. The trickiest part? Actually narrowing down the list to choose your next destination. To...
