From its world-class art museums to its floating flower markets, the city of Amsterdam is reinventing itself from its hedonistic side to now focusing on its rich artistic heritage. Culturally, it’s one of Europe’s most diverse and eclectic destinations. With its fascinating history that spans seven centuries, today it is a charming mix of shopping, …
Most people think that it’s really hard to distinguish one geography term from another, such as the difference between a gulf and a bay, or a jungle and a forest? Or what is an ice volcano? Here you can find out how much you really know about the earth’s diverse atmosphere. Geography is categorized into …
When it comes to National Parks in the USA, the United States sure has some iconic ones known around the world. From Yosemite to Yellowstone to Glacier and the Grand Canyon, the National Parks Service recognizes some of America’s most stunning landscapes in its 62 national parks. But I have to confess, I think Utah’s …
The charming city of Athens, in Southeast Ohio offers plenty of interesting and fun things to do for those living here. Athens offers a great work-life balance with a low cost of living, having been made up of a patchwork of close-knit communities with endless outdoor recreation options, a booming local food economy, and a …
Cuba has the largest population in the Caribbean, topping off at over 11 million people. It is well known for many things such as its genre of music and dancing (mostly from its European and African origins), its famous cigars, and the Cuban cocktail of rum, coke, and lemon/lime, known as the Cuba Libre. …
In my mind, all you need for some tasty Cuban dishes is the right seasoning, a good piece of meat, and some rice. As Cuban cuisine is the perfect mix of Spanish, Portuguese, French, Caribbean, African, and Asian cuisines and spices from drifters and settlers who came to Cuba during the early Caribbean slave trade. …
Photo by Gillian Marsh That moment that I got invited to go to Galapagos scuba diving by the live-aboard Galapagos Sky is solidly ingrained in my mind. Honestly, I was ecstatic, scared, and overjoyed all at the same time. I had dreams of Galapagos scuba diving pretty much as soon as I was able to …
As we search for our “new normal” in life with COVID-19, we most likely have a lot of free time on our hands. Spending time with family (and pets) is super special and it is not lost on this Mom. I now have two sons home from college during this pandemic. But when the boys …
Officially named the Republic of Cuba, this breathtaking country is a great place to vacation and taste the best Cuban desserts. With more than 11 million inhabitants on this Caribbean island, you can only bet that there are plenty of people to cook up traditional Cuban food and pastries. Especially since Cuban families love to …
It’s impossible to see and do everything that Washington DC has to offer in just a day, but you can get a good overview with some well thought out planning. Your day trip might even convince you to look into some of the Washington DC houses for sale. I know when I moved my son …
The Northern California peninsula known as the Monterey Peninsula is nothing short of spectacular and is home to the beautiful Monterey beach. With its stunning natural beauty, charming, tourist atmosphere, and coastline, I am sure you can easily spend 3-4 days enjoying the outdoor activities and exploring the San Franciso area. Trying to whittle my list …
Montana, one of the least populated states in the USA has wide-open valleys and rising mountains that really give credit to the Big Sky State. As one of the most lively and bustling cities in the wider tri-state area, Bozeman is a great place to visit. From the Montana State University to the Museum of …