Mexico City feels like it was built around a jungle. Each street is lined with contorted trees, protruding aloe, and stoic cacti. Vines and flowers dangle from balconies and splay themselves along the walls of the city. The city’s relationship with nature is evident, if not ostentatious. It has seeped into their art, their literature, and city design. This is …
I have to admit: I didn’t know about Sao Luis before I planned my trip to Brazil. Thanks to my friend that lives there that I didn’t miss it! On the internet, you will read many bad things about Sao Luis, which is the capital of Maranhao. It is even listed as one of the most dangerous cities around the …
Sarasota is a magical place, a seaside city on the Gulf of Mexico tucked into the southwest corner of FL between its better-known neighbors, Tampa and Ft. Myers. I moved here 6 years ago after enduring 45 years of Mongolian winters in the Northeast and Midwest, mainly just to enjoy year-round sunshine, salty warm breezes, palm trees, and exotic birds. …
Planning a 24-hour stopover in a major city can be stressful. So much to do. So much to see. So little time. This Santiago de Chile Itinerary will help you out! Are photos your priority? Frantically pounding the streets pulling your best Instagram pose in front of every landmark? Evidence of your visit? Or do you take a calmer, more …