Conversations in Greece: Politics and Quiet Spaces
“Two hours in a dark room where no one talks to me.” That’s what I wanted after my return from…
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Winter in St. Paul: Culture and Quirks
I’m from St. Paul: Minnesota’s capital city. That’s where the Mississippi River takes a brief loop northward before thinking, “Oh,…
Talking with Strangers on the Beara Peninsula
At the time I met Noel—on an Irish morning flawless as a perfectly poured pint of Guinness—I had a plan:…
Traveler’s Guide to Dining in Cuba
Because I lack self-control, I know long before my flight lands that over-indulging in food and beverages will be a highlight…
Horse Riding and Travel: 5 Reasons to Ride
Steel horseshoes struck 500-year-old cobblestones, echoing off brick walls of the homes and shops lining Callejón del Aguacate. Astride Frina, I…
Using Offline Maps for Travel
Using cellular data when traveling is costly. Squandering it to find your way around an unfamiliar city eats up your data…
STEP Program: Travel in the Age of Terror
A couple of months before I took a trip to Europe bombs exploded in Brussels, including two at the airport.…
Amsterdam Bicycle Tour for Independent Travelers
Independent travelers avoid organized tours because we hate other people. Okay, I’m mostly joking
Driving in Baja California: Margaritas and Ninja Cows
Before I went driving in Baja California, I checked with an expert in negotiating Mexican roads.
Driving in Morocco: a Search for Solitude and Connection
A funny thing happened on the way to Chefchaouen. We went driving in Morocco for three months. From Tangier to…