The Via Dolorosa: The Way of Sorrows

Via Dolorosa.  As I speak it aloud, it sounds so beautiful. Yet, as lovely as it sounds, the irony is in its translation, “The Way…

Evidence of Pontius Pilate at Caesarea Maritima

Greeted by a gentle breeze, beautiful clear skies and a deep blue Mediterranean, I could not wait to explore one of Israel’s most fascinating archaeological…

Exploring a Whole New World at The Newport Aquarium!

Greeting me at the entrance to the Newport Aquarium is the Wishing Whale, a humpback whale that seems to appear out of the frozen ice…

Exploring the Original Settlement of Cincinnati at Yeatman’s Cove

With overcast skies and perfect temperatures, I set out to visit Cincinnati’s Riverbank along the Ohio River.  Starting at West Freedom Way, I toured the…

Akrotiri, the Uncovering of an Ancient Civilization on Santorini

I was pleasantly surprised to learn about the ancient Minoan civilization on Santorini when researching the various attractions to visit on the island.   I decided…

Featured Ohio Winery: Wyandotte Winery

A small vineyard and a beautifully groomed entrance greeted me as I arrived at Wyandotte Winery. Established in 1977, Wyandotte stakes its claim as the…

The Blue Mosque in Istanbul, A Window to the Muslim Religion

The Blue Mosque seemed to rise from the brick wall surrounding it and its tower-like minarets.  A trip to Istanbul would not be complete without a…

Gold Mining in Columbia, California

Planning to travel from San Francisco to Yosemite, I was excited to add Columbia State Historic Park to my itinerary.  Imagining what it would have…

Bridgetown, Barbados Walking Tour

Setting off towards the island capitol of Barbados, I left the cruise port and found a walking path reaching the heart of the city.  Bridgetown…

Featured Ohio Winery: Terra Cotta Vineyards

Passing cattle farms along the hilly landscape of Muskingum County, I approached Terra Cotta Vineyards in New Concord, Ohio.  The long gravel drive boasted beautiful…