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…
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…
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…
The Blue Mosque seemed to rise from the brick wall surrounding it and its tower-like minarets. A trip to Istanbul would not be complete without a…
Many of us on our tour could not wait to see The Spice Bazaar and Grand Bazaar of Istanbul. Known as the oldest shopping center in the…
It was a beautiful day, so I planned a visit to Vinoklet Winery & Restaurant on Cincinnati’s Westside. As I pulled into the parking lot,…
A sweet, older couple in their 70s were enjoying a glass of wine while sitting at a high top in the tasting room. I had…