So you’re going abroad this spring or summer, and you want to stay in contact with stateside family and friends while you’re gone. Just pop your cell phone in your purse or luggage and you’re all set, right? Wrong. Dealing with telephone communications when you’re …
A welcome sign within the city of Ushuaia beholds the message, “Ushuaia: Fin del Mundo.” I’m traveling to the end of the world! Up until quite recently, my thoughts of Argentina consisted of only sub-tropical temperatures, the few words that I know in Spanish, and …
Because of its natural beauty, Montenegro has often been called the Pearl of the Mediterranean. Its landscapes are varied and striking, from its lovely white beaches to its green mountainsides, crystal lakes, and pristine forests. Montenegro, a tiny European country, lies in the Adriatic Sea, …
Uganda’s political history is one that has been scarred by tumult and struggle. The notorious Idi Amin, who became known as the Butcher of Uganda (which makes me shudder) was the President of Uganda and military dictator from 1971 to 1979. During this time, Amin’s …
Tu B’Shevat is a festival that dates back to a time when tradition called for thanking the creator for what nature has provided in plenty. Tu B’Shevat, the New Year for Trees, is a holiday of great important in Israel. It is actually a festival …
It may surprise many people to know that the northern country of Iceland is an ideal place for hiking or trekking tours. While many assume that Iceland, known as the “land of fire and ice,” is completely covered in ice and snow, nothing could be …
About this time of year, I always start getting deluged with requests for suggestions for the perfect summer tour. Summer is always a wonderful time for travel, and I have three top suggestions for you to consider this summer. I base these particular suggestions on …
Getting through airport security can be a time consuming hassle. While all travelers should appreciate that such measures are needed in order to keep people safe, most would also welcome a way to get through the lines a bit faster. Below are some tips that …
The South of France, which is locally known as le Midi, is the geographical region consisting of the areas of France that border the Atlantic Ocean south of the Gironde, Spain, Italy, Switzerland south of the Jura Mountains, and the Mediterranean Sea. While Paris with …
As in many countries, Jewish people have had a presence in Estonia for hundreds of years. Historical archives reveal that Jews first arrived in Estonia in the 14th century. However, it was not until the 20th century that the Jewish community of Estonia, a small …
