Dark buildings hulked around them, remnants of the 1700s and 1800s, full of hidden stories of the city’s Catholic past, and struggles between English, French, and the First Nations people who were already here. At this summer night disco party, I couldn’t dwell on the past. But I spent subsequent days checking out both the old and the new that this fantastic city has to offer, from its early history to art to spas, and its astonishing number of vegetarian restaurants.
The species I encountered was the Galapagos shark. On my first dive, there were 50 sharks and on my second there were 27. Ramsey taught us how to swim with our snorkels amongst these amazing and peaceful creatures.
As gorgeous and relaxing as it is, there is even more to be thrilled about here from an earth-friendly perspective.
Many cultures recognize something special and mystic happening from October 31 to November 2. Some say the veil between worlds is thinnest that time of year, so that the living can visit with the dead.
Needy destinations value pencils and soccer balls more than candy and coins By Teresa Bergen Well-meaning travelers have long doled out coins, candy and pens to economically challenged local kids in foreign countries. When faced with a population that may lack electricity, clean water or other 21st century basics, it’s natural to want to give […]