First, why is this important? As a solo female traveler, especially if you like going “off the grid” to explore on your own, you’re less conspicuous. Pickpockets are a factor in every large city, here and abroad. Also, there are cultural norms which, as a woman traveling in a different country, merit your attention. Here are a few of my personal rules for “blending in.” Fanny packs shout, “I am …
I’ve been researching. Planning the next great escapade for travel abroad. In the midst of this wonderful distraction I came across listings of the world’s most luxurious destinations. So I asked myself…”if money didn’t matter, where would I go for the ultimate spa experience? Here’s my curated super-short list of top spa destinations with their locations, the services offered and an inkling of how many rupees these lavish experiences will …
Today I should be in the bustling capital of Bangkok. Three years of planning. My bucket list trip to Southeast Asia. Siem Riep, Angkor Wat, a cruise on Ha Long Bay, Luang Prabang, 150 foot reclining Buddhas, Hanoi. Silks, pearls, Pho and the Khmer Dynasty. Three flight cancellations and delays over three days nixed the trip. Here’s how to manage if this happens to you while saving your money and …
Dreaming of spending Valentine’s Day in the most romantic city in the world? Don’t limit yourself to the 14th of February. Paris is the perfect city for a romantic getaway, ANY day. First, check and book flights. Skyscanner is a great app for that. Make hotel, lunch and dinner reservations online with the information provided in my descriptions and recommendations. Where to stay Next, look at hotels. My personal favorite …
Museums around the world engage and enthrall. A visit for me is never finished, I just run out of time. The most prestigious are not my only favorites since the smaller, stumbled upon gems can delight without the crowds and with greater access to the works displayed. Vienna On a fall afternoon in Vienna, I asked a shop owner about the Gustav Klimt posters of his painting, “Lady with a …
First, this is written for Americans holding US passports. Big qualifier here because if you are one of the lucky world citizens to hold this gem, treasure it. A US passport simplifies travel like few others, ranked 7th in the world in terms of access to other countries. In fact, of the 195 countries recognized by the UN charter in 2023, you can visit 187 if them without a visa. …
Dress up night!
My recent Peruvian adventure included a deep, delicious dive into the country`s authentic cuisine with seafood as a highlight.
High in the Andes Mountains of Peru live direct descendents of the ancient Inca people, invaded by Spanish Conquistadors in the 1500`s. This indigenous group of people are called the Q`ueros.
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Although the trail to the remarkable Inca engineering and cultural achievement called Machu Picchu is Peru`s most famous destination, Cañon del Colca, or Colca Canyon is a grand and extraordinary experience...one not to miss!
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We did it! #Machupicchu #incatrail #wiracocha #abroadtravelingabroad #hirambingham #sevenwonders
Sacred Valley of the Incas #ollyantaytambo #peru #wiraquocha #abroadtravelingabroad
Near Saqsayhuaman Inca site #shaman #shamanism #perushaman #healingrituals #abroadtravelingabroad
Island life #uros #urosfloatingislands #laketiticacaperu #Peru #abroadtravelingabroad
Colca Valley #condors #chivay #andes #andeancondor #abroadtravelingabroad #peru #inca #incatrail #colcacanyon
A day in Arequipa, La Ciudad Blanca #santacatalinamonastery #laiglesiadelacompañíadejesús #elmisti #ceviche #peru
Croatia`s Secret Genius: Sculptor, Artist, Designer...Meet my friend Ivan Midzic
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Before landing in Tokyo I was perfectly content with a plastic tray of grocery store wannabe sushi.
Not any more.
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Thousands of vermilion Torii gates blazing in the August sun which straddle a network of trails behind its main shrines. The trails lead into the wooded forest of the sacred Mount Inari.
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A morning walk along the Miyagawa River finds farmers and craftspeople selling sansai (mountain vegetables), wasakana (river fish) along with selections of local pottery and vintage kimonos repurposed as ornate handbags and a subtle rainbow of silk jackets.
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7th Annual Hawthorne Family Cooking Class #chefalyssas #thaifood #familytime
An afternoon at Tokyo`s Tsujiki Outer Market introduced me to the art of Japanese shopping. This is Japan’s “Food Town,” featuring every imaginable traditional Japanese food.
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Maiko Performance #Kyoto #maiko #geishamakeup #japan #abroadtravelingabroad
Kyoto #🈲 #abroadtravelingabroad #goldenpavilion #kimono
Bullet train to Kyoto station late afternoon. Massive complex with floors packed with luxury designer shops, restaurants and 10 floors of the Isetan department store! Kyoto Tower replicates a lighthouse design. Looking forward to its topmost view tomorrow. @abroadtravelingabroad
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