If you’re new to backcountry camping, welcome. Hiking and camping in the backcountry is an experience like no other, and it’s one that you don’t want to miss. Before you grab your ge…
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Las Vegas Some 30 Years Later. America’s Playground! #Travel
Somewhere in Las Vegas by the Strip. Photo ©CanadianandWorldTourism/Canada en Español/Cactus Rock New Media I hadn’t been back in Las Vegas for over 30 years. Until a couple of weeks…
In Lima, Peru, history and culture run deep
My surfing instructor, Johnny Linares, was sizing up my form as one might look at an underwhelming used car on the dealer lot. “O.K.,” he said. “It’s not bad. But you have to p…
Best time to visit Uruguay
Are you thinking about planning a trip to Uruguay, but totally lost when it comes to the best time to visit? I’m here to help! First, take note that Uruguay is sandwiched between Argentina and B…
8 Great Restaurants in Chihuahua, Mexico
During my recent visit to Chihuahua, Mexico, I sampled a variety of tasty cuisine at restaurants ranging from trendy to basic. The quality they all had in common was the delicious flavor of the food. …
5 Reasons You Shouldn’t Waste Your Money At Casinos
One of my favourite moments during one of my backpacking trips takes place in Australia. Things were looking grim. I had ten dollars to my name, and wasn’t sure what my next game plan was. My op…
HOTEL REVIEW: Ramada Encore Chihuahua — Mid-Price Style in Mexico
During my recent trip to the city of Chihuahua following the Tianguis Turistico tourism conference in Mexico, I was a guest for two nights at the Ramada Encore Chihuahua. It proved to be a comfortable…
Planning a Trip to the Crooked Road and Nashville next Fall.
October is a great month to visit Virginia’s Blue Ridge Mountains and the Crooked Road. courtesy © VIRGINIA TOURISM CORPORATION, As I recently wrote in a blog post, Brand USA wants you to g…
Get Unlimited Data to 5 Devices with SkyRoam’s Global Wifi Hotspot
Traveling to Canada from abroad? Allow me to apologize in advance, as you’ll quickly realize how insanely expensive data rates are here. See my post on things Canadians pay too much for. Canada …
Finding the Best Bahian-Style Moqueca in Rio de Janeiro
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL – As the days get shorter and the nights slightly cooler in tropical Rio, many are drawn to heartier foods that simmer on the stove for hours warming the bones. The moquec…