Lunar Landing; The Giant Leap’s Anniversary

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Lunar Landing; The Giant Leap’s Anniversary

by Craig Zabransky on July 20, 2010 in Destination, Reflection

As a tribute to Neil Armstrong, I wanted to re-feature this post this week. It was inspiring for me to reread, I hope it inspires you too.

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A Return to ‘Hill Street Blues’ in Amsterdam

by Craig Zabransky on July 16, 2010 in Destination, Reflection

A new adventure awaits on every trip. But that doesn’t mean you never revisit the places you visited on prior travels. Of course, your time might not be the same. New memories await. And even if the place hasn’t changed – I learned you have. A recent trip to Amsterdam, my third, included both a […]

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Why I love Mexico: Rutas de Mexico

by Craig Zabransky on July 5, 2010 in Destination, Events, Films, Market, Mexico Travel

For those that know me, know I love Mexico. The romance, the music, the adventure, the history, the culture, the cuisine, the cervezas… Ah, the list can continue and continue. Essentially it can go on for an entire blog post; there are many more than seven reasons. But I know Mexico, do you? I lived […]

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A New USA USA USA chant needed for World Cup Matches?

by Craig Zabransky on June 18, 2010 in Destination

After attending USA vs England in Rustenburg, South Africa I became aware once again that my national team’s chant of ” USA…USA…USA” needs a friend. In a nation that celebrates variety and creativity, I believe us Americans can sing more than just our “go to USA…” at the stadium. In fact, many other fans from […]

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South Africa Continues to Heal Through Sports

by Craig Zabransky on June 8, 2010 in Destination, Reflection

“This is the first time I ever saw so many whites in Soweto,” a smiling store owner said to the local news. I agree, this was news. Orlando Stadium, located in Soweto, the all black suburb of Johannesburg and the epicenter of the student uprising of 1976 recently hosted an all South African Super 14 Rugby […]

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Craig’s Famous Fish Sandwich

by Craig Zabransky on May 28, 2010 in Culture Thru Cuisine, Destination

I’ll admit I consider myself both adventurous and educated when it comes to cuisine. An expert? Maybe, maybe not? But more importantly – I enjoy a good meal. Yes, I crave culinary creations of all kinds. Heck, at times, it almost seems as needed as the air I breathe. And through my travels I discovered […]

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The Shanghai Surprise; Shanghai Metro and the Drunken Shrimp

by Craig Zabransky on May 13, 2010 in Culture Thru Cuisine, Destination

Shanghai surprises. When you walk the city you know you are not in Kansas. My friend compares it to another planet. He says it’s Mars. It’s not, but it sure is different. Very different. Different architecture, different customs, different language. But perhaps the biggest difference for me came when I sat down for dinner. The […]

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The Truth about Cinco de Mayo

by Craig Zabransky on May 3, 2010 in Destination, Mexico Travel, Reflection

Viva Mexico! Happy Independence Day Mexico! Right? Actually no. Independence Day celebrations start in Mexico on the 15th of September with the reenactment of the “El Grito.” The entire country prepares and watches as the cry for independence that began by Catholic priest, Miguel Hidalgo, is staged again at 11pm. Then the celebration officially […]

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