Tajikistan: Tough Hiking in the Poorest Ex-Soviet Republic
Hiking in Tajikistan: In this country that’s nearly all mountains, from the capital Dushanbe to Artuch Mountaineering Camp in the Fan Mountains.
About John Henderson
Articles by John Henderson:
Sri Lanka’s Endangered Sea Turtles
Observing protected sea turtles in Sri Lanka, helping to protect them as hatchlings and watching them scramble out into the surf and begin life at sea.
Procida, the Perfect Romantic Getaway in the Bay of Naples
Procida is a tiny island in the Bay of Naples made famous by the movie, The Postman, that’s the perfect seafood-fueled getaway for Italians and lovers.
Cycling in Tuscany, Sipping Chianti Along the Way
Biking through Tuscany and tasting the wines of Chianti, outside of the town of San Donato in central Italy. Bike tours are increasingly popular here.
Sicily at Sixty
Here’s how to feel 20 years younger when you turn a year older, even at 60: Go to a beautiful place like Sicily with a beautiful woman and visit Siracusa.
Italy: Celebrating Christmas with the Romans
Christmas in Rome: An American Expat enjoys the season, far away from home, with a more low key, less commercial approach to the holiday in Italy vs the US.
Slovakia: Hiking the High Tatras
Slovakia’s High Tatras: John Henderson hikes in 7-8000 foot high steep peaks in this lesser known hiking paradise. A rugged and uncrowded mountain range.
Italy: Savoring the Tastes of Rome’s Market
Rome’s Delicious Mercato Testaccio, where John Henderson shops for his daily food needs, is a place to be amazed.
Rome: How I Became a Legal Resident
Rome: How I Became a Legal Resident. John Henderson shares how he got his Permesso di Soggiorno, the treasured card that shows you’re legally living in Rome.
Retiring in Rome, the Eternal City
Retiring in Rome: John Henderson shares advice for anyone who ever dreamed of moving to Rome Italy. He had to adapt to the slower pace, but now loves it.
Isla Holbox, Yucatan Peninsula Mexico
Isla de Holbox, which some call the ‘anti Cancun’a jewel of an island on Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula. No cars, just golf carts, and whale sharks off shore.