It certainly seems like 2017 has brought one natural disaster after another. There were the hurricanes in Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands, Florida and Texas. Then came the earthquakes in Mexico and now the fires in Northern California’s famed...

How to Help After a Natural Disaster: Keep Traveling

10 Destinations for Tennis Getaways
Here’s the situation: For ages now, your tennis team has been talking about taking a girls’ weekend together. Everyone is in agreement that they want to travel somewhere new to explore, play tennis and hang out together. You and...

A Blue Whale and the Joys of Roadside Attractions
It’s not hard to find the Empire State Building. What to see in Washington D.C.? What else, the Smithsonian. And these are wonderful places to visit. Believe me, I’ve thoroughly enjoyed seeing many major tourist attractions around the world....

Animal Encounters in the Upper Florida Keys
Many people visit the Florida Keys for the relaxed vibe, tropical setting and endless water activities. But the Keys are also known for the various wildlife that can be found on their shores and surrounding areas. We were visiting...