by Margaret Deefholts When tense I'm inclined to clench my teeth, and right now I'm grinding my molars big time. The reason? I'm travelling on MIR I, a submersible that is searching through the debris of the sunken wreck of the Titanic. Should … [Read More...] about The Titanic: Forever Lost, Forever Remembered!
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A Local’s Guide to the Best Coffee Shops in Toronto
Toronto hit me with a chill that morning. I had arrived late, slept little, and needed real caffeine—fast. I wasn’t after a corporate chain or a photo-perfect latte - I wanted something grounded. Something personal. I was looking for the best coffee … [Read More...] about A Local’s Guide to the Best Coffee Shops in Toronto
Casablanca: a City For All Visitors
Story and photos by Habeeb Salloum "Let's go and see the late King Hassan II Mosque", is usually the first suggestion a host offers visiting friends when planning a sightseeing itinerary of Casablanca - Morocco's top commercial and industrial … [Read More...] about Casablanca: a City For All Visitors
History Comes To Life at Wild Catter Ranch Resort
by Lauren Kramer It's dusk at the Wild Catter Ranch Resort in north central Texas, and I'm on the porch, overlooking the rugged granite outcroppings and serene beauty of the Palo Pinto Hill Country. The shrill sound of crickets fills the air and … [Read More...] about History Comes To Life at Wild Catter Ranch Resort
Turtle Trekking – In Search Of Costa Rica’s Arribadas
by Cherie Thiessen Beneath a dense black ledge of clouds a full moon hoists itself above the horizon, revealing the best place to cross the swollen rivers. We can’t believe our luck. The downpour that has assailed us since dawn, has stopped just … [Read More...] about Turtle Trekking – In Search Of Costa Rica’s Arribadas
Exploring Britannia Mine Museum
by W. Ruth Kozak “Be sure and wear a hard hat, and be careful where you step when you’re walking inside the tunnel,” the mining guide warns as I board the little train that will carry me and another group of tourists into the deep tunnel under the … [Read More...] about Exploring Britannia Mine Museum
A Foodie’s Guide to New Orleans Beyond Bourbon Street
New Orleans, Louisiana, is a city that has always been synonymous with vibrant culture and lively music. But when I first visited, it was the food that left the deepest impression on me. Most people head straight to Bourbon Street, seeking the famous … [Read More...] about A Foodie’s Guide to New Orleans Beyond Bourbon Street
Remembrance of Things Past: Route 66
by Margaret Deefholts For the last few days, I have been following a trail blazed by Northern Arizona’s pioneers and settlers, and as my journey draws to a close, I hit a road that is more than just a small diversion into Arizona’s past. It is a … [Read More...] about Remembrance of Things Past: Route 66
Sister Sojourn To Salt Spring Island
by Jane Cassie "Pinch on a monkey tree," I chant, while gently tweaking my sister's arm. This kid-like prank immediately conjures up warm and fuzzy memories. It also reminds me of the saying, 'when you have a sister, you have a piece of your … [Read More...] about Sister Sojourn To Salt Spring Island
South Africa’s Blue Train
by Nick Walton Invigorate your senses and ease yourself back into the easy chair of nostalgia with Africa’s one and only Blue Train; true opulence on rails. When you travel to Africa or find yourself amidst the company of the jet-set and globe … [Read More...] about South Africa’s Blue Train
The Missing Psalm: Meditations on an Outlet Mall in Tuscany
by Peppa Martin Yea, tho I walk through the valley of Toscana, I fear no bad taste for thine greatest designers art with me. Guide me, oh lord, as I journey on a day trip the road well-traveled from Florence, on highways marked with signs I cannot … [Read More...] about The Missing Psalm: Meditations on an Outlet Mall in Tuscany
Coastal Road Trips Along California That Ignite Wanderlust
Travelers often dream of hitting the open highway with the Pacific Ocean on one side and rugged cliffs or rolling hills on the other. Coastal road trips along California deliver exactly that feeling. Each stretch of highway offers a unique blend of … [Read More...] about Coastal Road Trips Along California That Ignite Wanderlust