A tour of any city must never be rushed. To truly appreciate the urban landscape, one must meander its streets (or canals) and spend time getting a bite to eat. Yes, one must taste a city’s offerings. And Amsterdam offers many delightful tastes to enjoy. Here are three of my favorites. the Amsterdam Breakfast Sandwich […]
A Few of My Favorite Tastes of Amsterdam
by Craig Zabransky on August 22, 2012 in Culture Thru Cuisine, Destination
An Oahu Adventure: From Thrilling to Extreme
by stayadventurous on August 9, 2012 in Destination, Featured, Guest Post
There are only two ways of experiencing adventure on the island of Oahu: one is from the passenger seat and the other is tackling it head on. It’s less about one being better than the other and more about enjoying the view from two very different vantage points. When planning your trip, you’ve got to […]
Ronda – More than the Birthplace of Bullfighting
by Craig Zabransky on August 8, 2012 in Destination
Spain. The country offers so much diversity to the traveler. And for many visitors a trip to Spain is not complete without spending time in Andalusia (Andalucía). After my travels I agree. And of all the wonderful places in Andalusia, definitely make sure you visit Ronda. Bullfighting in Ronda Ronda is widely acknowledged as the […]
A Visit to the Original York in England
by Craig Zabransky on August 1, 2012 in Destination
Most of my early visits to England might as well be called visits to London. Not until my friend took a job in North Yorkshire did I decide to make a real journey outside the London area. Then I discovered he lived near York; the original York. Curiosity captured me and I planned a visit. […]
Tips on the Four Ways to Tour Amsterdam
by Craig Zabransky on July 25, 2012 in Destination
When I think of European destinations, I can easily say Amsterdam has become one of my favorite cities. I’ve visited the city multiple times, each time with different companions and each time I left saying, “I love Amsterdam.” Whether its finding a cafe filled with memories such as Hill Street Blues Cafe or making new […]
A Walk through Oxford University Inspires
by Craig Zabransky on July 10, 2012 in Destination
My walk through Oxford University confirmed the dictum “knowledge is power.” Well, maybe I didn’t feel powerful like a superhero, but the energy from the colleges inspired me. I left with more than memories. My journey began one morning years ago in San Francisco when my friend called me to discuss our afternoon plans. He […]
Siga, Siga … Sailing the Greek Islands
by Craig Zabransky on June 29, 2012 in Destination, Reflection
Sailing the Greek Islands was the trip that truly set Stay Adventurous in motion. Below are the words I penned (or typed actually) as my first ever published travel story describing the trip. The site where it was published years ago, realhoboken, is no longer live, so I took the liberty to add the story […]
The Morning March to the Tikal Temple Sunrise
by Craig Zabransky on May 29, 2012 in Destination
I used the light from my camera, peeled off 100 Quetzales and handed it over. He told me, “cien por persona.” He must have thought we were together. We weren’t. She paid her hundred and he continued to collect from the six or eight other people joining us. It was too dark to get an […]
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