We exited the bus and entered the streets in the midst of a parade, but unlike other parades this celebration was staged. Music, headdress, and confetti created a warm, festive scene. No doubt, local residents considered us their guests of honor. Such fanfare might not exist for everyone who enters San Martin Tilcajete, but after an […]

The Alebrijes of San Martin Tilcajete, Oaxaca
by Craig Zabransky on October 31, 2011 in Destination, Events, Mexico Travel

Lake Atitlan – A Kayak of Cultural Discovery in Guatemala
by Craig Zabransky on October 20, 2011 in Adventure Mindset, Destination
A visit to Guatemala is not complete without a visit to Lake Atitlan. The massive lake provides options for different tourist types, but regardless of where you spend your time, the water invites and you will spend time on the lake (or even in it). One of my favorite ways to explore is in a […]

The Mayan Magic of Mexico and Me
by Craig Zabransky on September 7, 2011 in Destination, Films, Mexico Travel
Recently I was asked the very difficult question, “What was your most memorable trip?” Too difficult to select just one, my answer is often, “well, it depends,” and then I rattle of a few destinations. But even with a long list of adventures worthy of a video, I needed to give Wanderfly one destination and one […]

A Winter Tour of the Summer Palace in Beijing, China
by Craig Zabransky on September 6, 2011 in Destination, Photo
In Beijing during the heat of summer, the Chinese Emperors often left the Forbidden City and traveled to the Summer Palace (or Gardens of Nurtured Harmony – or 颐和园 in simplified Chinese) to cool off. On my winter travel to China, I needed no such cooling off. The -13 degrees didn’t need to be converted to any scale, summer […]

Teōtīhuacān – Mexico’s Famous Pyramids
by Craig Zabransky on August 31, 2011 in Destination, Mexico Travel
Tulum. Chichen Itza. Palenque. Coba. When people think of the ancient ruins in Mexico, most think about the Mayan culture (and the Mayan calendar). But, other cultures flourished in Mexico. Many of the ancient ruins from the other great civilizations can also be visited today. And I recommend a visit to the Pyramids of the Sun […]

Lebanon, Mongolia, and Sri Lanka – Part of My Asian Wish List in Videos
by Craig Zabransky on August 27, 2011 in Destination, Films
This month I provided a Taste of Asia on the site. I published stories and photos from my adventures in a few Asian countries. But Asia is massive. Huge. And there is so much more left to see, and so much more I want to explore. At times, when researching potential trips or destinations, I read […]

Surf, Sun, and Seafood in the Golden Zone of Mazatlán
by Craig Zabransky on August 25, 2011 in Beach, Destination, Mexico Travel
Mazatlán can romance you with its Old Town and excite you with its excursions of adventure, but for many it’s simply the surf, sun, and seafood. And Mazatlán’s Golden Zone offers all three. Surf Class in the Golden Zone I always wanted to surf Mazatlán. I road tripped once form Mazatlan to San Blas to surf the waves of Nayarit, […]

Stroll the Streets of Oaxaca
by Craig Zabransky on August 22, 2011 in Destination, Mexico Travel
A stroll or a walk through city streets tells the story. It can speak of the culture and the cuisine. It can provide clues about the past and even point to the future. Yes, the walk allows a visitor to survey the scene and learn about the locals. On my first free day in Oaxaca […]
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