Digging through my computer files recently, I came across this essay about language-related encounters in India and thought it worth …Read the Rest
How to take better travel photos: Learn the rule of thirds
This week I’m pleased to launch an ongoing series of tips for improving your travel photography. Although many of these …Read the Rest
All in the family: Personalized New Zealand sheep farm visits with the Nells of Middle Rock Station
Things are tough in New Zealand this week following the devastating earthquake in Christchurch. I’d been planning this blog post …Read the Rest
Conservation and sustainable development in Sweden’s Kosterhavet National Park: A conversation with park director Anders Tysklind
Off the west coast of Sweden, not far from the Norwegian border, lies Kosterhavet National Park, the country’s first marine …Read the Rest
Featured Photo: Tango dancers, Buenos Aires, Argentina
If there’s one art form that’s inextricably linked with Argentina, it’s the tango, that controlled yet sensual dance form that …Read the Rest
Exploring Sweden’s Koster Islands
This summer I had the pleasure of visiting the beautiful Koster Islands off the west coast of Sweden. My article …Read the Rest
A wee taste of Burns Night: Haggis, whisky, and Scotland’s national bard
This evening, Scots and Scotophiles around the world will be sitting down for one of the most unique celebrations on …Read the Rest
Want to be a travel writer? Jump start your career on assignment to Turkey for Rough Guides
If you’ve always wanted to be a travel writer but haven’t known how to get started, here’s a fabulous opportunity …Read the Rest
Renewable energy changes lives in rural Nicaragua
Imagine having to walk for an hour just to get water for drinking or washing. Or having to complete all …Read the Rest
Music on the rocks: Geilo, Norway’s IceMusic festival kicks off Thursday
I’ve heard about ice hotels, ice bars, even ice movie screens, but this is a first for me: a music …Read the Rest








