When I was in elementary school my grandparents moved from a short drive from our house in suburban Atlanta to the "country," a farm in Adairsville. They bought a plot where a barn had once been and built a house. They've lived there ever since and I always looked forward to exploring the woods when … [Read more...] about Photo Friday: Adairsville, Georgia
Caroline in the City Guide to New York City
New York City is one with dozens of nicknames, whether you prefer the "city that never sleeps" or the "Big Apple." But one thing is for certain: the five boroughs have more than their fair share of personality squeezed into each neighborhood. Sometimes you forget you're in a thriving metropolis … [Read more...] about Caroline in the City Guide to New York City
Photo Friday: New York, NY
Another day, another post about New York City, this one well overdue from my trip in August. It's become almost routine, hopping on a plane every six months, mostly with difficulty because of weather, scheduling meetings with friends and working like crazy. This time around I was coming off of … [Read more...] about Photo Friday: New York, NY
Packing for a Blue Cruise in Turkey
One of the quintessential experiences of traveling in Turkey's Mediterranean region is going on what's known as a "blue cruise." Named for the Turkish boats called gulets that sail the crystal blue waters, it's a way to see the region's ruins and history while soaking up the sun and eating the best … [Read more...] about Packing for a Blue Cruise in Turkey
Traveling the Real USA
I've come to look for America. – Simon and Garfunkel, "America" Standing in Times Square a few weeks back, surrounded by throngs of people posing for pictures with costumed characters and ladies with painted on tops, I couldn't help but think that this is not the real America. Visitors who get … [Read more...] about Traveling the Real USA