Bagan is the land of ancient temples - these stone spires dot the dusty landscape of what is called the Bagan Plains. We are visiting in the middle of winter, yet the temperatures are very warm during the day and pleasant at night; apparently rain has not fallen here for weeks. Coming from Inle Lake, some 6 hours away by bus we were startled by the dramatic difference in landscape. Inle Lake has plenty of water - in fact villages are built above … [Read more...]
New Zealand of My Thirst
Aotearoa, the Maori name for New Zealand stayed in my head days after I inhaled its poetry, its wild forest, its volcanic lake in a caldera, the slow, gentle rhythm of its longest river, Waikato and its multi-cultural people. The North Island floated in my landscape that wanted to hear its voice during fall. There I was introduced into the polyglot voices of the Pasifika experience of Karlo Mila, a poet who captures the essence of … [Read more...]
A Wild Ride in West Africa
Even the driver seemed surprised! Bad sign, these guys have seen it all. In the center of the brightly painted wheel, where the hub should have attached to the axle, was a jagged gaping hole. We’d already used our spare wheel and our jack wasn’t working anyway, so we did what anyone in West Africa would do in this situation: we settled in to wait for help. The merciless sun bullied most passengers into the shade of a nearby tree. They sat … [Read more...]
Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Apollo 11 Mission at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex with July Special Events
10, 9, ignition sequence start,6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1, zero. All engines running. Liftoff! We have a liftoff! Thirty-two minutes past the hour. Liftoff on Apollo 11!'" --Jack King, NASA Chief of Public Information, July 16, 1969 'Liftoff! We have liftoff!' CAPE CANAVERAL – KENNEDY SPACE CENTER – The countdown is on! This July will mark 50 years since the historic Apollo 11 mission launched for its journey to the Moon from LC-39 at Kennedy … [Read more...]
Why You Should Consider Traveling On A Shuttle Bus
Are you currently prepping for an upcoming vacation? If so, you’re going to have a lot of questions to answer. If you make a wrong decision, there is a big chance that you’re going to ruin your entire trip. Many people do not put a lot of emphasis on their form of transportation. This is definitely a mistake. After all, your form of transportation could very well make or break the trip. Within this guide, you’re going to learn a great deal more … [Read more...]
Five Reasons to Visit Medellin
Lonely Planet named Colombia 2nd best country to visit in 2017. I first visited Colombia a few years ago, when I set foot into the walled city of Cartagena. I had just finished reading Colombian author Gabriel Garcia Marquez’ Love in the Time of Cholera, and as I moved through the old town in Cartagena, pages of his novel came to life, setting the tone for that trip. I discovered a colorful, romantic city where Latin music and dancing greeted me … [Read more...]
Sri Lanka Destination Guide
Sri Lanka has never really been on my bucket list of countries to see. However, I was recently invited to a destination wedding in this country and decided to take the opportunity to discover the island and what it has to offer. Sri Lanka truly has something for everyone, from its laid-back beach towns, spectacular train journeys, to historical ruins, to tea estates to hiking up mountain peaks. This island nation has been voted top country for … [Read more...]
Gorgeous Grenada, #Caribbean – March 2019
Grenada may not be on most traveler's radar, but this small island in the southern Caribbean offers a diversity of picturesque postcard views along with a number of activities and attractions. Originally discovered by the 'west', Christopher Columbus first saw the island in 1498. A number of airlines fly here including American, Delta, Jet Blue, Air Canada, British Airways, Virgin Atlantic and Liat. The tiny Maurice Bishop International … [Read more...]
You Should Experience Goa At Least Once In Your Lifetime And Here’s Why
Goa is the smallest state of India, which is a popular tourist destination as well. There are plenty of beaches in both North and South Goa, where tourists enjoy various fun activities throughout the day and night. Apart from the adventurous water sports, like scuba diving, parasailing, kayaking, and snorkelling; people also indulge in fishing, taking sunbath, bike ride and paragliding on these beaches. There are numbers of famous churches, forts … [Read more...]
Magical Alaska: Tips for Planning a Northern Lights Vacation
Our world is filled with amazing sights that leave us in awe, but only rare events can come close to the magic of Aurora Borealis! This exciting phenomenon only occurs on dark, cold nights at high latitudes, which makes Alaska the perfect destination for enjoying this hypnotic green glow on the horizon. So, if you want to witness this scarlet spectacle, pack your bags and plan an unforgettable Northern Lights vacation! Pick the right time … [Read more...]
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