Travel guides, tips, and stories centered around exploring diverse destinations within the United States, from cities to natural wonders.
Essays
The U.S. just approved new pesticides containing PFAS—“forever chemicals” tied to cancers and immune problems. Europe is moving toward a full ban. Travelers and Caribbean nations are caught in the middle. Here’s what you need to know, and how to protect yourself.
People ask me the same thing again and again: “Are you still enjoying Portugal?” It sounds polite. It’s really about identity, control, and the script we were taught to live by. I moved in my 50s and wrote a workbook so others could do it too. Here’s what the question means, why it persists.
Travel Guide
Discover the real destinations where Americans are moving abroad, including Mexico, Canada, and beyond. Uncover why Portugal is not the top choice despite popular belief.
Adventure Travel
For the Dolomedes tenebrosus, mating results in death for the male. After inflating his palpal bulbs to transfer sperm to the female, they never deflate and it kills him.
USA Travel
March Madness ignites a fervor only true basketball cities can amplify. From the basketball heartland of Indianapolis to the vibrant courts of Los Angeles, discover the top U.S. cities where every dribble and dunk is a spectacle. Experience the tournament's excitement and history firsthand.
Travel stories
Join me on the gripping continuation of the Hyundai Sonata saga. From rejected service requests to a highway ordeal, discover the unpredictable journey of car ownership. Buckle up for a rollercoaster of automotive chaos and unexpected twists, revealing the highs and lows of a once-beloved vehicle.
Vacation Planning
As nature dons its autumnal attire, these fall foliage retreats in the USA beckon travelers to witness the breathtaking transformation.
USA Travel
One of my older cousins always says this to signal some way of doing things in the past when she was younger.
Travel stories
This area is like Waterworld country. This is an area not often seen or mentioned in the news. The people living in these areas are fishermen and shrimpers.