Stepping into the Great Unknown
How it feels just before a Brand New Adventure In just a few minutes, I will be leaving for Ethiopia’s Bale Mountains, a remote and isolated land of beauty, wild animals and
Ruination of the Special Places
What over-tourism is doing to a small jewel full of history The van bounced along the bumpy road, making room for the small groups of goats and sheep that five- and six-year-olds were
“You’re One of the Good Ones”
On holiday travel, bad behavior and good airline employees The woman, who was both tall and imposing, stood next to me where I sat, my two braced knees straightened out to touch the
“It’s finished.”
Ordering food in an African caffe. A look at the future of international travel.I’ll have the chicken and vegetables.” “It’s finished.” “What’s finished?” “The chicken. No chicken. Chicken finished.