The stunning natural beauty of New Zealand
Summarizing a tour of New Zealand’s South Island is like describing a first kiss: it’s a bundle of raging emotions that defies words, challenge your senses, and shift your perception […]
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Crossing New Zealand’s South Island — wineries, ocean and snow-capped mountains
In five days, we’ve tasted wine at award-winning wineries, watched seals in the Pacific, crossed snow-capped mountains (by car), hiked lush paths and rocky trails, walked to see the Franz […]
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How Patrick found his future on his own doorstep
The front door swung open at our Airbnb outside Killarney, and the smiling owner ushered us inside. “Leave your bags here,” he said. “Come have a cup of tea.” Almost […]
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The magic of Andros
“You’re going where?” friends asked when we told them about our house-sit on a Greek island. “Never heard of it.” That’s what we love most about Andros. That it’s secluded […]
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Life after the presidency: What’s lies in store for the Talking Yam?
One day, this miserable period in US political history will be behind us. Winters will come and go, giving way to springs and summers, and autumns that will once […]
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A little of a lot in zany, unpredictable Belize
We’re sipping mocha ice cream beverages served by the Chinese owners of an air-conditioned cafe, listening to mariachi music as an Amish family glides past in a horse-drawn carriage. Welcome […]
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