Things to Do in Wadi Rum

A Day Trip to Wadi Rum in Jordan

Wadi Rum is famously known for being the setting of the movie, Lawrence of Arabia. Indeed, the three hundred square miles of stunning desert landscape are perfectly suited to the big screen. The...

What not to miss on a visit to Jordan

Jordan is a fascinating country to visit. It is the perfect introduction to the Middle East. It is small, relatively easy to get around in and has one of the most amazing archaeological wonders in...

Phewa Lake: The Heart of Pokhara

Surrounded by lush green mountains, Phewa Lake is at the heart of Pokhara, one of Nepal's most vibrant cities. The second largest lake in Nepal is a sight to behold. If one side of the lake is...

UP Yours, Winter Sports Michigan

In Michigan's UP (Upper Peninsula) through January, snow totals have already eclipsed 150” and counting in Ishpeming and Marquette areas. During a recent post-holiday trip to our house in the Ish...

Messi’s Dream to Gaudí’s Soul — A Culer’s Pilgrimage Through Barcelona

I distinctly remember the moment the SNCF (TGV inOUI) train rolled out of Paris, slicing through the countryside toward Barcelona. For many, it would have been just another cross-border journey. For...

Where to Go in Utrecht with Kids

Utrecht is the fourth largest city in the Netherlands and offers lots of things to do and see when visiting with kids. We lived in Utrecht for a few years and, along with our children (two boys...