by Margaret Deefholts India's history holds many ghosts. It is a land of old loves, ancient hatreds, tarnished dreams and fleeting glory. I am in Lucknow in North India, and I am drawn into a story of extraordinary courage in the face of … [Read More...] about History’s Ghosts in Old Lucknow
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Torcello – The Forgotten Island
by Patricea Chow-Capodieci As our friend's private boat pulled to a stop in a berth at Torcello, my husband announced with a sweep of his hand toward the island: "Welcome to the forgotten island!" The statement was a contradiction to the scene … [Read More...] about Torcello – The Forgotten Island
Uluru Indigenous Tourism Announces New Sound & Light Show
Voyages Indigenous Tourism Australia is set to unveil a one-of-a-kind light and sound show at Ayers Rock Resort in May, combining ancient Anangu storytelling with cutting-edge drone and laser light technology. Dubbed Wintjiri Wiru, meaning “beautiful … [Read More...] about Uluru Indigenous Tourism Announces New Sound & Light Show
Turkey’s Beautiful Black Sea
by Barbara Barton Sloane “The sea, once it casts its spell, holds one in its net of wonder forever. –Jacques Yves Cousteau A world of wonder is what you find at Turkey’s Black Sea. The region is rich in heritage, in sights, in culture – from … [Read More...] about Turkey’s Beautiful Black Sea
Common Travel Habits That Make Trips More Stressful Than They Should Be
Travel should feel exciting, yet many people unknowingly follow routines that increase tension. These common travel habits often develop from past trips or advice that no longer works. People repeat the same mistakes because they feel familiar and … [Read More...] about Common Travel Habits That Make Trips More Stressful Than They Should Be
Orange County’s Best Beach Picnic Spots
There’s something magical about spreading out a blanket, unpacking homemade sandwiches, and letting the ocean soundtrack set the mood. On my recent trip with my partner, we decided to spend three days exploring Orange County’s best beach picnic … [Read More...] about Orange County’s Best Beach Picnic Spots
A Victorian Christmas – Past And Present
By Margaret Deefholts I am standing at the entrance to a splendid castle, its fireplace decorated with boughs of mistletoe and ivy, its hallway aglow with lights, and its grand staircase banisters wreathed in garlands of holly. The rich aroma of … [Read More...] about A Victorian Christmas – Past And Present
London: Prince Henry’s Room: 17 Fleet Street EC4
by Anna Marie Benton The guidebook stated that there was not much worth looking at in London’s Chancery Lane. When the courts were open, one could see the bewigged barristers, or there was the original Twinings Tea, the oldest continuously run … [Read More...] about London: Prince Henry’s Room: 17 Fleet Street EC4
Exploring Victoria’s Eccentric Past
by Chris Millikan The historic Galloping Goose rail-line once linked Swartz Bay to Victoria; passengers paid 3-cents-a-mile to chug into BC's capital. These days it's a scenic greenway, and we cycle the thirty-five kilometer trail and … [Read More...] about Exploring Victoria’s Eccentric Past
Just for Couples: Deluxe-Style Camping
by Lauren Kramer Long known as a sleepy strip of land where many an older couple has aired out the kids' empty rooms and hung a "Bed & Breakfast" shingle out front, British Columbia's Sunshine Coast is finally coming into its own and … [Read More...] about Just for Couples: Deluxe-Style Camping
Pisa: Discovering La Dolce Vita – Beyond The Tower
by Susan Van Allen The Tuscan sky put on a twilight show, complete with rosy clouds and amber rays, as a pair of nuns crossed the River Arno's pale stone bridge. The nuns eclipsed a couple at the bridge's center who fell into an embrace. … [Read More...] about Pisa: Discovering La Dolce Vita – Beyond The Tower
Lakefront Adventures Near Chicago That Locals Love
Lakefront adventures near Chicago bring energy and nature together in a way few cities can match. Lake Michigan stretches for miles, and the shoreline gives everyone space to move, relax, and explore. Paths connect beaches, parks, harbors, and … [Read More...] about Lakefront Adventures Near Chicago That Locals Love