A destination that compels visitors to return again and again is a rare treasure. For me, those places tend to be big cities like New York or Paris that offer miles and miles of seemingly endless exploration. You can imagine my surprise then, when Portsmouth, New Hampshire weaseled its way onto my “must go again” list.…
Some destinations offer miles and miles of natural beauty and historical sites galore. Some ancient cities house buildings carrying rich, centuries-old tales. Others possess museums highlighting artifacts and generations of culture and traditions. Some destinations offer such wonders, but I wouldn’t include Dubai at the top of that list. Dubai is indeed beautiful, but its allure lies more in the new than the…
Wandering the winding, narrow streets of Istanbul provides a plethora of adventures and cultural experiences. Few stick out quite as boldly as visiting the many markets. The market experience really is amazing and gives a rich snapshot of life in Istanbul that’s unique to most westerners. Obviously, a stroll through the famous spice market and Grand Bazaar…
You can read travel guides, watch videos, scour the internet and ask friends for information about your new travel destinations, but almost always you will be met with some surprises. I really think you’ll find at least one small thing at each new place that leaves you wondering “why didn’t I know this?” or “why…
I know this blog hasn’t been around that long, dear readers (all two of you), but I’m going to let you behind the curtain a little bit. I’m going to divulge a dirty little secret about myself that really hit me when I was in Istanbul. Here it goes… I skip a lot of “must see” attractions…
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