Maputo is the bustling capital of Mozambique and is also the largest city on the island nation. Most people come to Mozambique for a great beach vacation, but spending a day or two in Maputo gives you a different but very interesting perspective of Mozambique. Located in the extreme south of the country, the capital…
On July 10, 1973, the Bahamas Islands became an independent nation, also remaining part of the British Commonwealth. The nation started out, with limited finances, etc., and little infrastructure. However, it also, fortunately, started with a focus, a vision, goals, priorities and, in a way, visionary leadership. Sir Lynden Pindling was the George Washington, of…
Psychedelic rock is arguably the most important genre in rock history. Created out of a 1960s counterculture focused on taking psychedelic drugs to experience a heightened sense of reality through distortions, vibrations, vivid colorizations, and lucid dreams, the culture sought to replicate the effects of LSD through imagery. and vibrating sounds. Psychedelic rock is characterized…
Periodically, a homeowner who is just looking for information calls or writes me with a question about how to measure (or map) their own property. A common question that comes up many times is, “How do I get my property records?” The second question that is asked, usually after they have your description in hand,…
Ponce de León, in his search for the fountain of youth, discovered Quepos in 1519. Named for the indigenous Quepoa population he encountered, this coastal jewel has evolved through the banana industry, palm oil, and tourism; which is already the leading product in the area. In the late 19th century, vast banana plantations were developed…
Before you start reading this article, I think I should warn you that it contains two very dangerous ideas! The reason for the caveat is that once you’ve read them and realized their implications, you may never want to go back to doing what you’ve been comfortable doing for most of your life. You can…
Monterey is one of the best destinations for tourists who love the natural beauty of the beaches. The cool climate with an ocean experience vibe makes it a truly ideal place to unwind from the pressure of a busy lifestyle. Search the Internet for the beachfront hotel that best suits your tastes and you can…
I just booked a vacation, the kind of vacation I’ve never booked before… a week-long all-inclusive spa getaway. I have almost always gone in search of something; adventure, creativity, exploration (of oneself and the world), romance, culture, learning… but now that I know all of this is available on my own doorstep, I feel less…
You’ve heard the stories; You have seen the TV shows and YouTube videos of the miracles that still happen today. No doubt you have seen the blind man see and the cripple in the wheelchair get up and walk. How about a man who instantly grew a new eardrum after being deaf for 54 years?…
Admit it: She wore her bathing suit under her clothes on the plane so she didn’t waste a minute before plunging into the warm, clear Caribbean Sea when she arrived in Barbados. You are not the first. Who could blame you? As soon as it dries up, you may want to orient yourself to your…
