Only one more day left on this sleepy island. Then I have to come out of my coma and wake up to real life. Sanibel has a way of sucking you into a fantasy world where no one hurries to be anywhere or do anything, or even have a schedule at all. You can sleep…
Continue reading →A day at the beach, with the meditative repetition of the surf, the white noise of lapping waves, birds calling, children’s laughter, and salty breezes, fosters calmness and, sometimes, creativity. With an abundance of natural materials to work with, some people feel compelled to express themselves, and their inner artist can emerge in beautiful ways,…
Continue reading →On Sanibel, it’s easy to do just nothing. But, if you tire of that, it has plenty else to offer. Considered one of the best shelling spots in North America, Sanibel attracts shell-lovers from all over the world. The unique east-west orientation of the island creates beautiful sandy beaches and an abundance of unusual shells….
Continue reading →“The moment one gives close attention to anything, even a blade of grass, it becomes a mysterious, awesome, indescribably magnificent world in itself.” ~Henry Miller
Continue reading →The Ghanaian people are self named the “sunshine people” for their peaceful demeanor, in this largely Christian country surrounded by neighbors in upheaval. And they seem to be innocently content going on about their lives, with few needs and seemingly fewer opportunities. Though early education is free and “compulsory”, the challenge exists with parents who…
Continue reading →Huatulco is a tourist development in my favorite Mexican state of Oaxaca, where I spent several extended visits much earlier in my life. We docked at Santa Cruz Port, a favorite with the crew for it’s easy access to the beach of the same name, located right next to the pier with cafes and souvenir…
Continue reading →In real time, we recently visited the vacation and spa destination of Cabo San Lucas, Mexico on June 25, where it is said there are so many street vendors you can even buy a timeshare right off the pier, though the beauty of its beaches and abundant aquatic and marine activities just might tempt you….
Continue reading →As culturally, historically, and even visually interesting Asia is, there was a collective readiness onboard to reach the shores of Australia and relax a bit in its western familiarity. However, Darwin, named after the famous evolutionist, Charles Darwin, is still a diverse mix of Asian culture and Australian heritage and, while my geographically-challenged mind thought…
Continue reading →The weather in Xiamen is said to be generally mild year-round, but it was a rainy day when we visited this southeastern coastal city whose name means “gate of China”. It is ranked as a top port in the country and boasts trade as a main industry, along with large factories of foreign companies, and…
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