Celebrating my 50th birthday in Petra, Jordan.
Tag: Asia
Beirut: “Welcome to Lebanon, sir.”
Storms and shawarma in Beirut, a city with a history of unrest that is working toward a peaceful future.
10 Miles a Day: Tbilisi, Georgia
We were staying in an Airbnb in Tbilisi's old town just two blocks from the ancient thermal baths, and that's where we began our 10-mile walking tour of Georgia's capital.
Postcards to Wanda: Georgia
We took a side trip to the Caucasus Mountain region of middle Asia and loved every bit of it.
Istanbul, Turkey: Twice As Nice
Our second visit to Istanbul featured a stay on the waterfront and a world-class seafood meal.
Ready, set, go! We’re on our way around the world
Ready or not, world, here we come!
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11 Tips for Traveling in China
With centuries-old temples, brand-new skyscrapers, and everything in between, China offers lots to see and do even on short trips. These are my top 11 tips for traveling in China.
We Are Traveling Around the World! Won’t You Come with Us?
We are traveling around the world! Won't you come with us?
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Shanghai’s M50 Art District and the World’s Largest Starbucks
After a lovely visit to Shanghai's Yu Garden, the Former French Concession, Shanghai Botanical Garden, and Zhujiajiao ancient water town, Nicole insisted that I see some of the city's modern art, along with the world's biggest Starbucks.
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China’s Zhujiajiao Ancient Water Town
Just 30 miles (50 km) outside the hustle and bustle of Shanghai, you'll find the ancient water town of Zhujiajiao (朱家角).