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Europe Off the Beaten Tourist Path: I have always been intrigued by travel off the beaten tourist path. Partly in jest, I always say the ideal solo travel destination is a place I can’t spell or pronounce. My most extreme example? In past years before it was “discovered” by Australians and New Zealanders, I vacationed…
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Urban physicality is a complex network of systems; a family homemaker would be worried about the hike in the price of tomatoes in the grocery store, (s)he starts discussing with another homemaker from the neighbourhood vis-a-vis the dialogue is carried out to a water tap, where men and women wait to fill up their buckets,…
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Nakuru, located in the Rift Valley of Kenya, is a vibrant city offering a multitude of activities for locals and tourists alike. Whether you’re looking for an opportunity to explore nature, sample local cuisine, or enjoy an evening of entertainment, Nakuru has something for everyone. From Lake Nakuru National Park to the Hippo Point and…
How to get rid of Virginia creeper (native) and invasive vines like euonymus (wintercreeper) and English ivy is important as these vines can be devastating when allowed to climb high onto trees. “If they get established and get big, as they often do, they can cover the whole tree and then rob the tree of…
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After spending four days in Cusco, Pia and I flew to Lima for the weekend before we then flew back to London. We loved every minute of our time in Lima. It was sooo different to Cusco, but in the best way. It’s such a buzzing, contemporary city with a very cool art scene, and…
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Vivid Sydney is one of the top Australian Festivals and one of the world’s largest outdoor festivals. In my opinion, the most exciting arts festival I have ever seen. It celebrates art, creativity, music, and innovation with lighting and filming projections and highly educational and engaging performances. It’s about urban areas transformed and re-interpreted through…
You love a good adventure. Whether you’re looking for a new job, a new relationship, or even a new home, there are certain places that you have to visit to feel fulfilled. Dubai is one of those places—and it’s worth a quick trip to check out all the hype. With so many things to do…
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There are always quite a few things to do in San Diego with kids for Halloween. Themed events and places to go are abundant around this holiday. Some of these San Diego Halloween events are also on my list of San Diego fall events. Remember that October is also Kids Free San Diego, where kids go…
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Historically, vines planted on islands and coastal locations served a simple purpose: lubricating traders, travelers, and soldiers from Sicily to Cape Town and everywhere in between. But by planting along shipping routes since the Grecian era, growers unwittingly discovered exceptional terroirs that offer far more than just convenience and beautiful views. The science under vineOften…
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