My volunteer work in Kenya was both rewarding and adventurous. From watching elephants and their young stroll through the Maasai Mara at sunset, with Mount Kilimanjaro as a backdrop, to hitting water while drilling a well in rural Namanga for … Read More
When I crossed the Kenyan border into Tanzania, my first observations were the colorful, patterned clothing, small textile shops, and children everywhere. Having already spent some time in Kenya, I immediately noticed the similarities. Tanzania, Africa Gallery
The biodiversity of New Zealand and Australia was so lush, it felt only natural to travel there and contribute as a conservation volunteer. It was important to find meaningful experiences in travel, especially when crossing long distances. I found pockets … Read More
New York City is the perfect place for creativity, especially street photography. There’s so much going on in New York that it almost reminds me of Las Vegas, only without the slot machines. The skyscrapers here frame the city. It … Read More
There were special moments in every place I’ve traveled. Amsterdam was probably my most enjoyable trip. I was there creating art in an Artist-in-Residence program (view some artworks here). What made this experience so special was a combination of being … Read More
Puerto Rico has a little of everything you would want on a vacation, including sun, warmth and breeze. Lovely beaches with palm trees were just steps from our hotel in San Juan, making even a simple stroll a pleasure. We … Read More
There are never enough vacation days, so packing three European countries in a single trip seemed logical. Additionally, my travel experience was enriched by going during the holiday season in December. I visited Italy, Switzerland and Russia. Simply being in … Read More
To travelers and tourists, temporary life away from home in a foreign place like Peru may seem glamorous, but one cannot overlook the work it takes to sustain life and literally stay afloat in these areas. The Uros Floating Islands … Read More
Lincoln Memorial, Washington Monument, Metro Station Library of Congress Vietnam Veterans Memorial The National Museum of the American Indian The Embassy of Italy – The Italian Cultural Institute / The Chancery