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Oaxaca Day Trip: Hierve El Agua (Petrified Waterfalls)

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The only thing that could get me away from wandering the beautiful streets of Oaxaca was one hell of a natural wonder.  I had never seen anything quite like Hierve El Agua.  These petrified waterfalls are formed by fresh water springs heavily saturated with calcium and other minerals. In addition to the “frozen waterfalls” themselves, the site has […]

Oaxaca, Mexico: Colorful, Historical, Alive

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My favorite thing to do in Oaxaca, Mexico was wander the streets, trying to experience every colorful building, every scenic view, every interesting shop or restaurant.  This is a bustling city, but the pedestrians and traffic do not feel overwhelming, especially when there is so many interesting sights to take in. What makes this city so special (and a […]

Oaxaca in Photos: Street Art and Resistance

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While I was on my travel sabbatical in Latin America, I met many travelers who raved about Oaxaca.  The food, the architecture, the vibe. Oaxaca absolutely lives up to its reputation. I had a week to wander the city.  I immediately noticed the political and social justice themes prevalent in the street art.  And I even stumbled […]

The Picturesque Canals of Ghent

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When I was choosing a city within a short train ride from Amsterdam where I could balance exploring and relaxing for a week, many suggestions were made.  What sold me on Ghent is that it has the charm and picturesque canals of the famous Bruges, but it’s a “real city” where people live and work […]

PHOTOS: Wandering Ghent

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I love to give myself enough time to explore a city on foot, wandering a bit aimlessly, seeing both the main attractions as well as where the locals live, work, and play.   Ghent has made my list of best cities to wander.  It’s not too big, so you can cover a lot of ground walking.  […]

PHOTOS: Street Art, Eats, and Drinks in Ghent, Belgium

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Lastyear, I visited Belgium for the first time.  I only had a week, and I decided to explore one city rather than move around frequently.  I put a call out to my friends who are avid travelers.  They’re advice helped me choose the beautiful and dynamic city of Ghent. Ghent: Street Arts, Eats, and Drinks The street art […]

PHOTO ESSAY: Fajardo, Puerto Rico

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PHOTOGRAPHY:  Fajardo, Puerto Rico I was surprised by the grandness of Fajardo’s central square. It is pretty, clean, and colorful.    The neighborhoods are a unique mix of colors, patterns, and styles. There are vibrant interesting details.  There are crumbling homes right next to well-maintained more modern structures.   The “yard art” is different in […]