The Temples of Philae: Aswan, Egypt by Aaron Robertson We were tired after arriving in Aswan early in the morning on … [Read More...]

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The Temples of Philae: Aswan, Egypt by Aaron Robertson We were tired after arriving in Aswan early in the morning on … [Read More...]
by Georges Fery What we know about the Olmecs is shadowed by what we do not, most notably their origin and their … [Read More...]
by Zach Lindsey A postclassic Maya temple in Cancún looks to the south, across a road full of microbuses and hot red … [Read More...]
Glider Flying in Honolulu, Hawaii by Larry Zaletel I watch as the black Mercedes slowly begins to move down the … [Read More...]
Sailing the Caribbean: What to Expect on a Private Catamaran Tour in Cancun Cancun is a paradise of turquoise … [Read More...]
Yucatan, Mexico by Jett & Kathryn Britnell Celebrating Christmas in the tropics promised to be a grand family … [Read More...]
Overview Trekking the foothills of the highest mountains in the world is on every trekker's wishlist. While the … [Read More...]
Ypres, Belgium by W. Ruth Kozak IN FLANDERS FIELDS by Lieutenant Colonel John McCrae, MD (1872-1918), Canadian … [Read More...]
Fairhaven, Washington by Chris Herbert Daniel Jefferson Harris founded Fairhaven Washington with visions of the … [Read More...]
by W. Ruth Kozak I stand on the deserted beach of Marathon, Greece, a long crescent of stones and sand. Surf spills … [Read More...]
Going on vacation with your family can be a great bonding experience. However, if you are bringing children along, … [Read More...]
Imagine a serene morning in Chiang Mai with the sun painting the lush landscapes of gold and the air carrying the rich … [Read More...]
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