On a tour of Turkey, our group made a quick stop at Turkmen Carpets where we learned how carpets were made. I saw, first-hand, the…
Approaching the archaeological site of Miletus, it is obvious that there is a large influence of Roman architecture and tradition that once made an impact…
First inhabited by the Mycenaeans, the Acropolis (acro, meaning high and polis, meaning city), towers 490 feet over the city of Athens. Strategically positioned…
Athens was once the center of civilization….the pulse of the world and believed to be the center of the universe. Today it is a living…
The mainland in Greece holds such contrast to its beautiful Mediterranean islands and sailboats in the harbor. When I learned that our cruise itinerary included…
The sun shone so warmly on my face as the ship approached the cruise port of Kusadasi. The early brilliance casted shadows upon the hills…
The mountains surrounded us as the road twisted and turned towards our destination to Turkmen Carpet Weaving Center. The weather was perfect as the sun…
It was a wild ride, but I had finally arrived in Cape Town, South Africa. Departing the Columbus International Airport, my flight was scheduled…
I became an admirer of John Muir during high school, learning about his conservationist efforts along the west coast state of California. While I had…
Leaving Miletus, I caught a glimpse of a small ruin at the base of a large hill as our tour bus continued its return trip…