Water is our most precious resource. You hear it all the time on television. And despite situations like the drought in California, it doesn't really affect our daily lives. We still have water to drink, cook with and bathe with. But what if we didn't? In my travels, I've visited plenty of … [Read more...] about Making Water Filters with Wine to Water
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Behind the Curtain: May 2016
I’ve come to look forward to these monthly posts about what I’m into beyond travel because there’s so much more to my life than where I go, despite the fact that it’s something I love. It’s funny how many people respond with their obsessions or agree with mine! As with last month, I’m sharing … [Read more...] about Behind the Curtain: May 2016
From Cacao to Chocolate
As we traipsed through the forest, following our guide, my mind was on my exposed arms and the potential for mosquito bites. It was too hot to wear long sleeves, so I was distracted until I saw the brightly colored, football-shaped items dangling in odd spots from trees. There didn't seem to be … [Read more...] about From Cacao to Chocolate
Drinking at a Dominican Colmado
They call it a colmado. The meaning isn't directly translated into English, but in the Dominican Republic, it serves as a place for both groceries and social gatherings, stemming from the verb for "to fulfill." The sound of music and the need for cold beer brought my friends and me to a … [Read more...] about Drinking at a Dominican Colmado
Photo Friday: Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic
Located on the north shore of the Dominican Republic, bordering the Atlantic Ocean, Puerto Plata was the original tourist town in the country before Punta Cana became the favorite destination. Christopher Columbus created a settlement nearby during his travels. And while the tourism is not what … [Read more...] about Photo Friday: Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic