Slow Tourism in Peru
We've been to Peru for two long stays now, and are tempted to do a third! (Also, a detailed description of hiking Peru's Colca Canyon.)
Tema Frank
Historical Fiction & Business Author, World Traveler & Speaker
Tema Frank
Historical Fiction & Business Author, World Traveler & Speaker
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There’s More to Chile Than Patagonia
Our time in Latin America is almost done. Here's part 1 of a recap of the three months. This part focuses on Chile.
Dining & Cycling in Chile’s Colchagua Valley
There's plenty of great wine to sample in Chile's Colchagua Valley, and visiting the wineries by bike is a wonderful way to do it.
Cycling on Mallorca, Spain
Guest post by John Shaw on a 9-day cycling trip on Mallorca, Spain
3 Months in Mexico: Mazatlan, San Miguel de Allende, Oaxaca & Puerto Morelos
Our years-long hunt for the perfect snowbird destination continues
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While Tema attended the San Miguel Writers Conference, DH (aka John) tried to figure out how to cycle on irregular cobblestones in and around the beautiful mountain town of San Miguel de Allende, in the Mexican state of Guanajuato.
Is San Cristobal de las Casas Set to Be the Next Big Expat Retiree Destination?
Pros & cons of San Cristobal de las Casas, in Chiapas, Mexico, after having spent a month here.
Active Touring at High-Altitudes in Latin America
Physically fit travel bloggers rarely mention the impact of elevation on what you can do. But even the fittest of us can struggle at high altitude.
Read This Before Deciding Whether to Retire in Cuenca, Ecuador
There's a lot to love about Cuenca, Ecuador. But it has a few downsides too. This article should help you decide if it's right for you.
Where to Find Live Music in Cuenca, Ecuador
One thing we look for in choosing where to spend our winter months is a wide variety of cultural activities, and especially live music. When I was in my late teens and 20s I couldn’t go to clubs because I…
Book Review: The Courtesan’s Daughter
Book review of "The Courtesan's Daughter" by Susanne Dunlap. See also my review of her book, The Portraitist, which I loved!
Are the Galapagos Islands Worth the Cost & Hassle?
We hesitated about going to the Galapagos because of the cost. Turns out you can do it more cheaply & help the locals. Totally worth it!