Despite some idiotic claims from FOX News that Santa was white, there is a fascinating history behind Saint Nicholas, the real man who is the basis of our Santa Claus. While many of our images of Santa come from advertisements for Coca-Cola, St. Nicholas was born in Greece in the third century. He … [Read more...] about On the Trail of St. Nicholas
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Photo Essay: Christmas in London
This time last year I was admiring the Christmas decorations Down Under and saying goodbye to my home in Sydney. I had never experienced a hot December, but I hope it won't be my last. Last month, however, I was in chilly London for World Travel Market and the city had already caught the Christmas … [Read more...] about Photo Essay: Christmas in London
The Solo Traveler Gift Guide
The holiday season is upon us and there are deals all over the Internet as well as gift guides on every travel blog. But how do you know what to get the traveler in your life? I realize how hard to shop for I am, so I've compiled a list of products I think my fellow traveling females will enjoy. … [Read more...] about The Solo Traveler Gift Guide
Photo Essay: Christmas in Sydney
While I'm no longer in Sydney, the city was already getting ready for Christmas. I saw one particular bus decked out inside and out for Christmas, with tinsel lining on the railings and pictures of Santa taped on the windows. It's a funny place to have Christmas since it's summer down in the … [Read more...] about Photo Essay: Christmas in Sydney