What I Learned as a First-Time Election Judge
I’m the type of person who likes to see and experience things for myself before making up my mind. With all the rhetoric in the …
Category: Ripples
A Month In Our National Parks
For one unforgettable month, we traded the comforts of home for a tent, hiking boots, and the incredible landscapes of America’s National Parks. We visited …
Elephant Jungle Sanctuary (THAILAND) vs. Elephant Conservation Center (LAOS): A Visitor’s Experience
We were fortunate enough to visit two locations: Elephant Jungle Sanctuary in Thailand and the Elephant Conservation Center in Laos. Both aimed to promote elephant …
Puerto Vallarta: A Week in the Romantic Zone
We first discovered Puerto Vallarta while celebrating my 50th birthday back in January (I wrote about it in my blog Take the Dam Trip). That …
Pittsburgh: The City That Surprised Me
Pittsburgh was never on my travel list. All I knew was, its “Steel City” nickname and its industrial past. Why would I visit a city …
Royal Livingstone Train, AFRICA
Choosing how to spend your last day in Africa can be impossible. In Zambia, John and I narrowed it down to two options: Walking with …
Chobe National Park: Comparison of two Safari Parks
Chobe National Park in Botswana is undeniably breathtaking. With one of the highest concentrations of elephants in Africa, it offers dramatic wildlife encounters, herds crossing …
Victoria Falls: A Thunderous Wonder from Two Nations
We impulsively decided to add Victoria Falls at the end of our African trip, and nothing can truly prepare you for the raw power and …
SAMBURU WOMEN
More than just raw nature, Nashipa Eco Camp offers something deeper, a meaningful cultural connection. One of the most memorable parts of our stay was …
Nashipa Eco Camp: A Safari Dream Come True
I’ve dreamed of going on safari since I was a child. But as I got older, I realized, Africa is a BIG continent, and I …