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Sukhumi landscape

Abkhazia, Georgia: A Place That Does Not Exist

by Lizaveta Zhahanina “Have you ever been to Sukhumi?” asked an Abkhaz military officer at the border between Georgia … [Read More...]

Fontainebleau

Fontainbleau: France’s Other Versailles

by Christine Sarikas  I had come to Fontainebleau doubtful of the merits of visiting French palaces. On my first … [Read More...]

The author and his wife on Mount Kinabalu

Malaysia: Birthday High on Mt. Kinabalu, Borneo

by Martin Kafer The night sky brightens abruptly as quick stabs of lightning pierce the dark tropical clouds while we … [Read More...]

Naples Italy

Italy: Naples Beyond the Train Station

by Troy Herrick “Never again!” I said after my day trip to Naples in 2008. And true to my word I returned in 2009 and … [Read More...]

view of pyramids from Cairo

Cairo Egypt

Visit to the Fascinating City on the Nile by W. Ruth Kozak The first thing I noticed as we drove in Cairo from the … [Read More...]

8 Ways to Avoid Credit Card Fraud and Skimming Scams When Traveling

Traveling is one of life’s most rewarding adventures, filled with new sights, cultures, and experiences at every turn. … [Read More...]

Ellora caves India

The Stunning Caves of Ajanta and Ellora

Aurangabad, Maharashtra, India by Margaret Deefholts Modern India preens itself as a slick, techno-savvy nation … [Read More...]

Kirkstall Abbey, Leeds, England

Kirkstall Abbey, Leeds, England

Following a Monk's Life by Marc Latham I am sitting in the tranquil green grounds of Kirkstall Abbey, with the … [Read More...]

the Nelson gallery

National Museum Royal Navy Portsmouth

by Matthew Adams  As the location of a Royal Navy naval base Portsmouth has a fascinating maritime heritage. There … [Read More...]

Kona coffee grower

Hawaii: The Quest For Kona Coffee

by Troy Herrick Tropical Hawaii conjures up images of warm temperatures, sandy beaches, palm trees, hula dancers and … [Read More...]

Manaslu Circuit Tsum Valley Trek

Overview Trekking the foothills of the highest mountains in the world is on every trekker's wishlist. While the … [Read More...]

ruins of Persepolis

Iran: A Rare Visit To Ancient Persepolis

by Neil Middelton What was once the 'most hated city in the world' is now an empty and silent ruin. As well as being … [Read More...]

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This website was founded in 2008 by W. Ruth Kozak, and she passed the torch to me in July, 2020.

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