Sustainable Travel: Making Responsible Food Choices
The sun was beating down on us as we left J Rickards Winery, where we had been learning about sustainable wine production, and it was…
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A Storyteller and a Sustainable Winery
North of Sonoma and Napa Valley lies a little known slice of California wine country, where the small towns of Cloverdale and Geyserville are…
30 Things to Do in Northern California
(Updated for 2023!) A lot of people visit this blog look for what to do in Northern California because I write so much about…
Toronto Off the Beaten Path
As I continue my focus on quality travel experiences, including travel that emphasizes the slow, experiential, and mindful, I am highlighting off-the-beaten-path choices for…
Thailand Off the Beaten Path
As I continue my focus on quality travel experiences, including travel that emphasizes the slow, experiential, and mindful, I am highlighting off-the-beaten-path choices for…
Carmel-by-the-Sea in Photos
Carmel-by-the-Sea, also known as Carmel, just might be the cutest town in the United States. It’s an unusual combination that I just can’t define…
The Best Place to See Caravaggio in Rome
You may know that when I write about traveling to see art, it’s usually about the Italian Renaissance. This time I’m sticking with Italy…
Artisanry & An American in Florence
One aspect of culture that has long fascinated me is the blend of old and new. Now, when talking to my students, I am reminded…
Get Out and Live!
Monday was a weird day. It started with a 1-hour wait in line at the IRS office. I was there just to drop off…
30 Things to Do in São Paulo, Brazil
…a.k.a. “reasons to get inspired to visit São Paulo” because this is one cool city! If you are looking for things to do in…