Whether it’s for the exercise, a cooling dip as temperatures soar, or just the sheer fun of splashing around, the following selection of public pools dotted around the globe offer not only memorable settings, not to mention they aren’t tourist-trap destination as you’ll surprisingly find a lot of locals. Ok, so,. I’m walking in the […]
I’m amazed at how staggeringly little I’ve grown as a traveler: I still roam cities with nary a clue as to what I’m doing, I’m still motivated largely by my quest to stuff as many baked goods into my mouth as possible, I still weep a little when forced to read a map. But I’d […]
Categories: community, Conservation, Culture, Lenguage, Travel
Whether your studies take you south or across the ocean, you’ll likely have a transformational experience both inside and outside of the classroom. It’s worthwhile to keep in mind that Spanish, like English, changes dramatically between countries, and you’ll be able to keep learning new words, phrases and slang every time you visit a new […]
When I first saw some of Helen’s work my first thought were she must be from another planet. She creates paintings,. I mean, works of arts that are out of this planet. there is that planet word again. I’m not an art critique but I can tell when I see good fabulous work, her style […]
Another sensational swimming post from these summer-sizzzlin’ swiming pools, summer still here with us and if you read our last swimming pools post you came across some amazing outdoors beauties that just make you go outside and jump in the water. Swimming is one of the best low-impact exercises in which you’re able to get […]
Categories: Beaches, community, Culture, La Playa, People, Travel
You don’t always need suitcases full of cash to enjoy the Caribbean Sea. Cradled in its western corner lie a number of idyllic island groups that are surprisingly easy on the pocket. Scattered off the remote southeastern coast of Panama, the refreshingly undeveloped San Blas Islands are the ultimate castaway fantasy. The stunning archipelago is […]
CHEERS! Here’s to you! Bottom’s up! The clinking of glasses can help cement friendships and celebrate new ones — it’s an expression of goodwill and one that every traveler should know. So raise your glass to the people you meet at airports, hostels around the world, tourist kiosk volunteers, tour bus guides of the world […]
The saddest summary of life contains three descriptions: could have, might have, and should have.” ~ Unknown Every time I embark to go on a trip a bit of planning takes place but I don’t let it take over the excitement of not knowing what the trip will be like for the sake of keeping […]
1. When you need to get a taxi at the airport, you buy someone a drink before the plane lands. By ordering the best rum in the world “Flor de Caña” and inviting the person next to you to cheers you can make your friendships on the flight to Managua, chances are someone on the […]
I got a postcard from a friend of mine from Haida Gwaii recently and to my surprise I was overwhelm with this joyful sensation that took me back to my childhood,. you know, way back at the dawn of time—or at least before twitter and Facebook—friends usually told friends and loved ones of their travels […]
