Kent E. St. John travels to Cape Horn, the southernmost tip of South America. This is a premier destination for nature enthusiasts who like coming in close contact with wildlife and using glaciers as their playgrounds. I am the albatross that awaits you At the end of the world. I am the forgotten souls of […]
Esha Samajpati travels to the remote northeastern corner of Vermont, nicknamed the “Northeast Kingdom” for its seclusive natural beauty. Samajpati’s adventures includes biking, hiking, dining, and beautiful views. The remote northeastern corner of Vermont, bordering Canada, consists of the three counties of Essex, Orleans and Caledonia. It was named the Northeast Kingdom in 1949 by […]
Did you know that New York City’s Harbor includes 23 National Parks? Even most New Yorkers are not aware of this! The New York Harbor Conservancy spreads the environmental word on their harbor tour called “Naturally New York.” My first time traveling to the Big Apple and I’m going on a tour of its National Parks? […]
Ana Prundaru gives a tour of many Tokyo neighborhoods, each with their own unique attractions and residents. Narita Airport Upon exiting the JAL plane and walking toward passport control, I have my first encounter with Japanese signs in form of a signboard featuring the word “Okaerinasai” (Welcome home) in Japanese Hiragana at the entrance hall. […]
Devon Magoon reviews these new fun and functional gadgets for travelers. Gadgets include durable headphones, portable surface house speaker, tent stakes, electronic adapter, and more! EarPollution CS40 Comfort Series They’re small, effective, and snazzy-looking to boot. This new product from Earpollution is one of the more comfortable listening devices you will come across. These new, […]
The Marigold Fund works to help rebuild Afghanistan while building friendships along the way. Learn how this NGO based in Massachusetts and overseas in Takhar, Afghanistan focuses on developing social service, public health, and education for the betterment of Afghan citizens. The Marigold Fund is a non-governmental organization (NGO) working to rebuild Afghanistan’s communities by […]
Bill Pfeffer climbs Hua Shan, a dangerous and picturesque mountain in China. Steep trails, slippery steps, and great heights make for an exhilarating trip. As the aluminum cable cars hummed into the platform, swiveled around and stopped, I held up two fingers, and pointed to my wife. We hustled to the rocky car, as the […]
Lakshmi Sharath treks through the jungles of Southern India, coming in close contact with elephants, spotted deer, peacocks, among other wild animals. Read more about Sharath’s safari inside Rajiv Gandhi National Park! A fury of colors hits the eye as the jungle unfolds itself into a collage of greens, yellows and browns. I squint through […]
Christine Horvat goes backpacking in Laos, seeing what sights this land-locked Southeast Asian country has to offer. Horvat’s experience includes bike riding, kayaking, rock climbing, monks, and even conversational Spanish! I woke up with the rising sun in my eyes, peeking in through cracks of the window of my overnight train, bound for the Laos […]
Zalina Alvi goes to “witch city,” a city notorious for the Salem Witch Trials of the late 1600’s. Alvi finds Salem’s history is still present, with many memorials, Witchcraft merchandise stores, museums, and practicing witches lining their streets. Paris is the city of lights. Los Angeles has Tinseltown. New Orleans is known for its jazz […]
