A WEEKEND IN VIENNA, AUSTRIA
As a travel journalist, I’m often asked to name my favorite places. That’s a hard task to narrow down, as my list of favorite travel destinations is long. But if…
LUNCHING WITH CARNIVORES: A SHARK DIVE IN THE BAHAMAS
Shark! The word invokes a chilling image: A dark dorsal fin slicing through the surface of calm water. A huge open mouth revealing razor sharp teeth. Yes, folks. This is…
WHERE ARE THE BEST SPRING BREAK BEACHES IN THE SOUTHEAST?
The Southeastern Coast of the United States has always been the perfect escape each spring break from the snow and deep-freezing temperatures in the Midwest and Northern parts of the…
EXPLORING BOSNIA’S RICH AND TROUBLED HISTORY
“Ruby, Ruby, Ruby, Ruby! Do ya, do ya, do ya, do ya!” softly played from the taxi’s speakers. “I love this song, can I turn it up a bit?” I…
6 MUST-SEE PLACES TO VISIT IN OSLO, NORWAY
Afternoon sunlight streamed through the glass wall on the 13th observation floor. As it did, the shimmering headwaters of the Oslo fjord were unveiled. Captivated by the sights 600 meters…
Tomato Garlic Pasta
Pasta is one of the most delicious and easy Italian delicacies. There are innumerable ways in which you can make pasta and here is one such popular recipe that you…
Fruit and Yoghurt Parfait
Parfait is a popular French dessert that not only looks beautiful with all those layers but is also equally delicious. It is a no-cook dessert that will be ready in…
Why mourning a pet can be harder than grieving for a person
Many pet owners know that our connections with animals can be on an emotional par with those we share with other humans – and scientific research backs this up. The…
Why do our dogs and cats bring us dead animals
What do a little penguin, a baby rabbit, a black rat and a Krefft’s glider have in common? They’ve all been presented to me (when dead) by my animal companions.…
Why do cats and dogs get the zoomies
Does your cat or dog suddenly get a burst of energy and perform athletic feats around the house that would make even a gold medallist jealous? Welcome to the world…