“Brazil, the country of the future… and always will be.” – Stefan Zweig (1941).
Central & South America
Despite being one of the most studied archaeological sites in the world, Machu Picchu remains a puzzle. Because the Inca had no written language (in the traditional sense), the "why" and "how" of the city were lost when it was abandoned in the 16th century. Here are the most compelling mysteries that researchers are…
Sounds yummy, doesn't it? Frosty root beer bubbling up in your pre-chilled mug. Even better, you can have this concoction anywhere you can find it: root beer is a bit of an acquired taste, but when you love it, there is no turning back. So, above and beyond the puns, this is…
often highlight its stunning geography (Andes, coast, forests), rich literary tradition (Neruda, Allende), resilient spirit, and unique culture, portraying it as a land of poets, natural beauty, and historical depth, from its dramatic landscapes to its people’s determination.
of Ancient Megalithic Sites Are you born for action? Do you want to see the world? Not only see it but feel it, touch it, taste it (where not prohibited by law) and really have something to talk about at the dinner table. This is it, then, & it can be …
. . . and it has a lot for you to see and do. Those in the historical know will have some background or history with Chile. A genuinely fascinating and unforgettable place, and one that sometimes hides shyly in the travel shadows. Given how travel is nowadays, with the hoards of "influencers"…
Yes, Yucan Yucatan! Or loads of other fabulous locations, too. You won't run out of things to do! The Yucatán Peninsula is an exciting and out-of-the-ordinary place for a holiday due to its unique combination of ancient history, natural wonders, and vibrant modern culture. It offers experiences far beyond a typical beach getaway.…
As a species, we've done pretty well, if you can ignore wars, debauchery and outright badness. But what is it that makes us do bad things to others, even when there is no viable reason for it. Not like it's a new thing: we've been doing it since we rose up from…
Quito? Neato! This time by train.
We're very fortunate that many of the big content creators have, over the past year or so, been releasing stories, videos and how to visit places that you might want to visit. The films are created, released and then made available on YouTube. When you have creators…
These days, we get the feeling that, due to some countries and their so-called leaders, the rest of the world is on pins and needles. Just what we need is more war, right? Every so often, though, there are rays of sunshine that break through to shine a light on simple goodness. …
Mazatlán is a Nahuatl word for “place of deer”. The city was colonized in 1531 by the Conquistadors where many indigenous people lived.
My wife says if I don’t stop making puns about Russia, she’s going to hit me. If that’s the way it’s going to be, then Soviet.
“But I love your feet because they walked upon the earth and upon the wind and upon the waters, until they found me.” “At night I dream that you and I are two plants that grew together, roots entwined.” “Take bread away from me, if you wish, take air away, but do not take from…
