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The George Floyd Murals of Minneapolis: A Demand for Justice, Hope and a Better Humanity

This is a developing story and I will be updating it regularly with new murals as they go up around the city. While not every... Read More
My Heart is Broken for My Minneapolis

The last week has been utterly heartbreaking and traumatic as we've watched our city fall apart. My family is all physically safe however our hearts... Read More
The Best Sustainable Travel and Adventure Companies

Grab a cup of coffee or tea! This post is going to be a long one but I'm hoping it will be greatly appreciated. You... Read More
Empowering Maya Women at the San Antonio Women’s Cooperative in Belize

I woke up to the singsong sound of birds as the sun burst through the drapes, casting a zigzag of light across my room. After... Read More
Best Hikes in Tucson: Hiking the Ventana Canyon Trailhead to Maiden Pools

For the past 25 years, I've been a regular visitor to Tucson and have fallen in love with her laid back, Southwestern disposition and charm.... Read More
Tucson Travel Guide: How to Plan the Perfect Trip to Tucson

Tucson, with her laid-back charm and sunny disposition, has long been a top destination for travelers craving a visit to the American Southwest. With an... Read More
The Best Hikes in Tucson’s Sabino Canyon

There is no better way to connect with the raw beauty of nature than by doing a good hike. I grew up hiking and for... Read More
First Time Guide to Climbing Kilimanjaro

Have you ever had a dream for so long that it never stopped bugging you until you decided to just do it? For me, it... Read More
A Magical Hike in Chile’s Parque Andino Juncal

"Frigid winds blow as we turn into the glacier’s gorge. Without foreseeing we begin to step on ice that shines in between the fallen rocks of surrounding towering mountains" - Nicolás Echenique,... Read More
A Day of Snorkeling at Isla del Caño

"In one drop of water are found all the secrets of all the oceans". - Kahlil Gibran Jr. I awoke at 6 am to the beautiful sound... Read More

July 22, 2020

A Family Road Trip to Michigan’s Remote Keweenaw Peninsula

After five long months of being cooped up at home without a real vacation, it was time for our family of four to head out of town for a break. Like most people, all of our summer plans that involved flying had been canceled due to the pandemic. Given the rising number of COVID-19 cases... Read More

June 26, 2020June 26, 2020

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Our First Trip Away During a Global Pandemic: A Weekend in Ely, Minnesota

Our first trip during the pandemic was to Ely, Minnesota a four hour drive north of the Twin Cities. It was a much needed break from our quarantined life and revitalized the soul with the beauty of nature.

May 4, 2020

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Postcards from Around the World: Week 4

Spring has finally sprung in Minnesota bringing much-needed sunshine and a burst of new life. Not much new has happened since I posted last week's postcards. Our state has extended our Stay At Home order... Read More

April 26, 2020

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Postcards from Around the World: Week 3

As time goes by, days and weeks seem to ebb and flow together. A mess of so many strong feelings continuously flow like a river through my soul. A resounding sadness and despair seem to... Read More

March 3, 2020March 8, 2020

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How Your Travel Choices Can Empower Women Around the World

One of my favorite days of the year is International Women's Day which is held on March 8th. International Women’s Day is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. The day also marks a call to action for accelerating gender parity and improving the lives of women around the... Read More

January 22, 2020June 30, 2020

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Global Family Travels: Life-Changing Travel Experiences for the Entire Family

Global Family Travels’ mission is to “Learn, Serve and Immerse,” to foster cross-cultural understanding and global citizens. In partnership with community-based partners, schools and non-profit organizations, we offer family-friendly, sustainable travel experiences in support of some key  United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDGs). In partnership with community-based tour operators and local non-profit organizations, Global Family Travels creates and offers service-learning tours for families which include a unique mix of cultural and educational activities, homestays and participation in local service projects aimed at improving the lives of people in the communities we visit.

October 30, 2019February 26, 2020

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The Best Sustainable Travel and Adventure Companies

Grab a cup of coffee or tea! This post is going to be a long one but I’m hoping it will be greatly appreciated. You may want to bookmark it for later as I’m certain that this constantly evolving list of the best sustainable and travel adventure companies in the industry will be an invaluable resource for future trip planning! Enjoy!

October 24, 2019October 25, 2019

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Saddle Skedaddle celebrates a landmark 25 years with exclusive new cycling trips

Saddle Skedaddle is the UK’s leading independent cycling vacation specialist that is all about doing something wonderful on two wheels. Our team of experts has searched far and wide for nearly 25 years to bring you some of the world’s most incredible locations and enchanting cultures to enjoy at the speed of the bike. It’s time to really meet a place, and its people, you’ll never want to forget.

June 9, 2020June 20, 2020

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The George Floyd Murals of Minneapolis: A Demand for Justice, Hope and a Better Humanity

I want to use this space as a living museum to document the incredible art that is going up on the boarded-up businesses around our city in memory of George Floyd. Artists are using their voice to demand social justice, antiracism, systemic change, and hope by painting powerful murals all throughout Minneapolis.

May 31, 2020May 31, 2020

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My Heart is Broken for My Minneapolis

The last week has been utterly heartbreaking and traumatic as we've watched our city fall apart. My family is all physically safe however our hearts are broken and it will take years and years to... Read More

March 26, 2020May 10, 2020

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Hello from Minnesota

"Let me not pray to be sheltered from dangers but to be fearless in facing them". - Rabindranath Tagore It is rather unbelievable how much our lives can change in a matter of weeks and... Read More