From Peaks to Shores-The Many Sides of Mexico

From Peaks to Shores-The Many Sides of Mexico

Mexico is many things to many people, but if you’re planning a trip to the sun-kissed nation you can enjoy everything from a lazy beach vacation in touristy areas to a high-adrenaline activity break and rugged adventure off the beaten track. Visitors can marvel at a 1,300-year-old Maya palace in Palenque, trek through lush jungle, […]

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Postcard-Mexico’s Golden Treasure

Postcard-Mexico’s Golden Treasure

Mexico offers many treasures to its visitors. The list is endless. But one of its true golden treasures remains accessible to all- the corn tortilla. On a morning walk through the “pueblo magico” (magic town) Creel in Chihuahua I stumbled upon a Maseca; a place where corn tortillas are made early in the morning (usually […]

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Sunset Sunday-An Approaching Storm in Austin, Texas

Sunset Sunday-An Approaching Storm in Austin, Texas

I met Maria through twitter and probably through Sunset Sunday itself. She often shares her thoughts on the series and this week I am delighted to have her share one of her own images- an Austin, Texas sunset. And in her unique style she just whipped up a quick Haiku to accompany her photo: Cicadas’ […]

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Sunset Sunday-The Canalside Waterfront in Buffalo, New York

Sunset Sunday-The Canalside Waterfront in Buffalo, New York

I arrived to the Liberty Hound just before sunset. The restaurant adjacent to the Buffalo & Erie County Naval & Military Park, the largest inland naval park in the U.S, in the canalside district provided both outdoor and indoor seating for dinner. I chose indoors (available), placed my order, and then quickly headed outdoors with […]

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Postcard-God Bless Buffalo, America

Postcard-God Bless Buffalo, America

Behind this wall, the brick wall of the Anchor Bar on Main Street in Buffalo, New York the very first Buffalo wing was created and served in 1960s. Now it is a must visit when coming to Buffalo. So on a day America celebrates its birthday, and many people will say or even sing God […]

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Six Reminders from TBEX Toronto

Six Reminders from TBEX Toronto

After weeks of reflection about the most recent TBEX (Travel Blogging EXchage) conference in Toronto, I’ve come to realize what I really learned from attending the conference. Yes, it is a great place to meet PR, tourism boards, travel businesses, and especially other travel bloggers to create connections and develop partnership ideas, etc.. Each year […]

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Sunset Sunday-The Best Sunset View from Niagara Falls, Canada

Sunset Sunday-The Best Sunset View from Niagara Falls, Canada

The sun doesn’t set perfectly behind the Niagara Falls. The dream image of a perfect sunset along side the majesty and might of the Niagara Falls essentially can not be captured. Its geography – the sun sets in the west. But for visitors to Niagara Falls, the Skylon Tower on the Canadian side of the […]

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The Leisurely Pace of Village Life in Cyprus

The Leisurely Pace of Village Life in Cyprus

With some of the most beautiful beaches in the Mediterranean and an average of 340 sunny days per year in which to enjoy them, it’s not hard see why the tiny island of Cyprus attracts 2.4 million visitors each year. However, there is another side to the island and if you have landed on this […]

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