Susan McKee

Susan McKee is an independent scholar and award-winning freelance journalist specializing in history, culture and travel. She travels widely and to amazing places--including Armenia, Chad, Finland, Mongolia, and Antarctica. A member of the Society of Professional Journalists (SPJ) and the American Society of Journalists and Authors (ASJA), she lives in Indianapolis, Indiana.

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.

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.

Shopping at the Wednesday market in Anjuna, Goa, India

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

Glassblowers and glass artists have a special place in Sweden. Visit the Kingdom of Crystal and Kosta Boda.

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.