Sicily’s Special Places: Here are Five Favorites
Sicily. Five of the author’s favorite Sicilian cities and why you should visit Siracusa, Palermo, Cefalu, Noto and Erice. Highlights of these great places.
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A Summer Cruise in the High Arctic
High Arctic Cruise: Adventure Canada’s High Arctic Endeavor traveled to the Arctic Circle and the Nunavut region of Canada, and to Ilulissat, Greenland.
The Tangled Cultures of Goa, India
The smallest state in India, Goa is a melange of Hindu, Roman Catholic, and Muslim cultures. Staying at small local hotels and soaking it all in.
Five Reasons to Visit Lubbock, Texas
Lubbock, Texas–Not a sleepy west Texas town–instead, home of a rock ‘n’ roll icon, a prairie dog village, windmill history, lots of public art.
Columbus, Indiana’s Stunning Architecture
Public art, modernist architecture, and an ice cream parlor celebrating its 117th year are just three reasons to visit Columbus, Indiana, home of Cummins.
A Rare Chance for Americans from Coast to Coast to See a Solar Eclipse
On August 21, 2017, Americans will have a unique opportunity to view a complete solar eclipse as it traverses the country — a guide to where to see it happen.
Kosta Boda: Sweden’s Kingdom of Crystal
Kosta Boda is a Temple Devoted to Glassblowing in Glasriket, Sweden By Susan McKee The heat from the furnace (which reaches 2700° F) could be felt from the bleachers where we sat in the Kosta Boda factory in Sweden, watching the glassblowers at work. Taking a glob of molten glass from a nearby container by […]
Mongolia: Still the Land of Genghis Khan
A visit to the Naadam festival in Mongolia, with exciting horse races, archery competitions and experiencing the fierce Gobi desert, sleeping in Gers.
Chad: Animal Parks Where Hope Blooms
Chad: Touring Animal Parks Where Hope Blooms. A wildlife tour of Chad, in Africa encountering lions, zebras, hippos, wildebeast, and hyenas.
Mumbai India: Top Sights to See
Mumbai, India: Three You Must See – Elephanta Island, Tea at the Taj Palace, Prince of Wales Museum By Susan McKee Mumbai is a city of many layers. With a population of at least 13 million and a history dating back thousands of years, it would take several lifetimes to absorb it all. Visitors can […]
Chicago: A Perfect Day in the City
See Chicago’s favorite destinations in 24 hours.
Germany: Cologne’s Carnival, Kölsch and Magi
Exploring Cologne Germany, visiting the festival of the wisemen, the famous cathedral as well as its many museums, including the chocolate museum.
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