The bears and the raptors in Sitka, Alaska
Lucky little orphans. Actually, big orphans — bear cubs. They were rescued and now live happily at the Fortress of the Bear in Sitka, Alaska
The Amazing Cathedral of Thorns in Curacao
Think a maze made out of thorns—92 million fashioned into blocks in which art has been inserted, creating an open-air gallery of sorts.
Herbal Remedies with a long history on Curacao
Got pine needles? Brew them into tea to help with Covid-19 respiratory symptoms. We learned this at an eclectic herb garden in the Caribbean.
The Curious Theatre in Denver
Live performances are springing back to life after two years and in Denver it’s great to have this “gutsy” little theater down the street
It’s easy to travel more sustainably
Who really needs clean towels and sheets every day on vacation? Ditto for super-long showers. It’s not hard to travel more sustainably.
Why Cuba? History and reconciliation and the recipe for Cuban life
Cuba: “a dose of World War II rationing, a pinch of Soviet era austerity, the family values of South America, the educational values of the US and the loquaciousness of the Irish.”
Understanding Autism and celebrating differences
Who hasn’t had a travel nightmare? The worst I’ve heard is angry passengers booing as you try to calm a child on the autism spectrum.
Celebrating women when you travel this spring
As you plan your spring and summer trips, consider noting women’s contributions wherever and however you travel, especially with kids
Eight reasons to visit Ireland this year
Ireland just announced that it will be extending the festivities for a four-day-long weekend this year, as part of a big “thank you” to frontline workers and everyone else for enduring the COVID-19 pandemic
How to explore the Underground Railroad
The Underground Railroad wasn’t underground nor was it a railroad. There were no tickets, guides or maps. It consisted of secret routes