by Doug Matthews I have recently taken a mistress, a bewitching, beguiling siren. She’s quite a lady. Sometimes, I … [Read More...]

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by Doug Matthews I have recently taken a mistress, a bewitching, beguiling siren. She’s quite a lady. Sometimes, I … [Read More...]
Japan by Susan Elizabeth Thomas I rode a shaky, silent train from Kyoto, Japan to the mountain-side shrine, Fushimi … [Read More...]
by Darlene Foster The Republic of Malta consists of three islands, Malta, Gozo and Comino. This unique country boasts … [Read More...]
Finding the right accommodation makes a significant difference in your overall experience when planning for a vacation. … [Read More...]
by Anne Harrison We were highly delighted by our visit to the Hospital of St. John's. It is a Gothic edifice of ancient … [Read More...]
Patagonia by Paola Fornari ‘Andrés, do horses like being ridden?’ I ask Andrés, our guide. We are riding in the … [Read More...]
Gympie, Queensland, Australia by Keith Kellett All over the world, railways are coming out of use. But, in many … [Read More...]
The Virgin Islands by Inke Piegsa-quischotte Climbing the 99 steps towards Black Beard’s Castle in the center of … [Read More...]
Sherlock Holmes by Norman R. Rubin Throughout generations loyal fans have followed the career of the fictional … [Read More...]
Biking around the Toronto Islands is the perfect adventure if you’ve ever dreamed of exploring Toronto fun and … [Read More...]
by Mari Kane As we emerge from our van in front of the Jean-Michel Cousteau Fiji Islands Resort, I hear music. … [Read More...]
by Luke Maguire Armstrong The “Devil” has died. Or at least the one who lived on Prague’s Charles Bridge has. His … [Read More...]
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