What Does 500 Years of Indigenous Resistance Look Like in Mexico?
An Unmistakable Feeling of Loss In Mexico City but a Beautiful Feeling of Pride I remember standing in the Aztec ruins of Templo Mayor. We could see the Metropolitan Cathedral in the distance, through the haze of the city’s heavy pollution. It looked ghostly. The Spanish destroyed the Aztec city Tenochtitlán, replacing it with the […]
Disappointment And Inspiration In The Tehuacán-Cuicatlán Biosphere Reserve
It’s surprising what turns disappoint into an unforgettable time. The best travel experiences are the least expected.
A Tourist Attraction That will Make You Think Of Your Final Act of Gratitude
Guanajuato’s Museum of the Mummy is a frightening visit, and you may reconsider how you want to leave this world when your time comes.
Every Town Has Its Dark Past, Like Zacatecas, Mexico
Every town has its secrets. Zacatecas revelas its greedy past and excruciating labor in one of Mexico’s most interesting tourist attractions.
Lessons From An Uber Driver In 24 Minutes
Seeing someone face life’s struggles with determination and gratitude sends you a powerful message about inner strength.
Stepping Into Edward Hopper’s Lonely World
Edward Hopper’s lonely scenes always fills in the story. We discovered that he painted his theme, no matter what he was looking at.
A School In Guatemala Was An Unexpected Highlight
We visited a classroom in Guatemala, met the teacher and her class. They don’t have the best of anything, but their excitement is contagious.
Iguazú Falls Jungle Trails Are Part Of The Adventure
Iguazú Falls’ subtropical jungle adventure trails give you unique views of one of the most spectucular waterfalls you will ever see.
How A MEXICAN COPPER TOWN Saved It’s Future
Michoacán’s violence overshadows its treasures, like this copper workshop where you’ll get a hands-on experience in the craft.
Discovering Frida Kahlo’s Tragic Love And Art In Mexico City
Frida in Mexico is more than just the Casa Azul: Frida Kahlo Museum. Here’s how to enjoy Frida throughout Mexico City.
Discovering Argentina’s Famous Evita In Buenos Aires
Discover Argentina’s loved (and hated) Evita, throughout Buenos Aires.
A School In Guatemala Was An Unexpected Highlight
We visited a classroom in Guatemala, met the teacher and her class. They don’t have the best of anything, but their excitement is contagious.
Malinche’s Epic Story Of Betrayal, Conquest And Karma
Discover Mexico’s most infamous woman throughout the county.
Female Solo Travel: An 1889 Race Around The World
When two 19th-century women set out to circle the globe at the same time, in different directions, the public was fascinated! A worldwide race between female adventurers, out to beat Jules Verne’s Phileas Fogg’s 80-day fictional trip, and competing to beat each other!
Tikal: The Ancient Maya City
The ancient Maya city of Tikal survived for 1,500 years and had a population of 90,000. It suddenly disappeared with no sign of enemy attack!
The Impressionists Come Alive In A Tour Of France
The first impressionist exhibition didn’t get any likes from the critics. They thought the paintings looked unfinished and lacked serious themes. But a little like scrolling through Instagram, Impressionist paintings are enjoyable and easy to appreciate. Take some extra time and you marvel at how they created such amazing scenes with such simple strokes. Van […]
Photoville: Photojournalism On Social Issues That Need Our Attention
What first impresses you about Photoville, an outdoor photojournalistic exhibitition, are the 55 shipping containers stacked onto two floors, filling up Brooklyn Bridge Park. They’ll hand you a map when you walk onto the grounds so you can find exactly what you want. It feels like a small town with pedestrian streets between the containers. […]
Best Tours in Guadalajara: The Tequila Trail
From a walk through the blue agave fields all the way through the factory, you learn about the entire process of making tequila, and then quickly forget it all as the tastings begin! 😆😜
Travel Mysteries
A True Haunted House, According To New York State Law
Maybe you believe in haunted houses and may you don’t. Come with me to 1 Laveta Place in Nyack, NY. State lawmakers wrote a law about it, The Haunted House Law, and the New York State Supreme Court upheld it!
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