Why does the so-called “best” country in the world seem to be the worst at a lot of things? No doubt the United States leads the world in many aspects like access to clean drinking water,…

A beautifully renovated flat in the heart of Chelsea offered lively cafes, posh boutiques and chic weekend markets. As one of the largest cities in the world, London can be overwhelming. Not only is it huge,…

Nestled in a hillside, wooded suburb, a contemporary house provides an oasis with stunning views of Lake Union. For our first trip out to Seattle, Washington, we enjoyed a week-long stay in this gorgeous lakeside home.…

Less than 25 miles from the renowned Taj Mahal lies a small, understated city with treasures unto its own. Fatehpur Sikri was built by none other than Akbar the Great, the same man responsible for the…

Located in the Uttar Pradesh state of northern India, Agra is home to India’s most famous landmark: the Taj Mahal.  Our journey to Agra began at 4:30am in New Delhi in an auto rickshaw en route…

The advertising slogan touts India as “incredible,” but that description barely covers it.  India is magical, electric and totally insane. We spent over two months traversing the action-packed country and remained constantly amazed by what we…

Two backpacking Americans lost at sea as ferry sinks in the Strait of Gibraltar. That was the headline we envisioned in USA Today as another passenger fainted beside us. Though we spent nearly the whole day…

Known for its famous rock, Gibraltar is a fascinating place – a racial and cultural fusion of Britain, Spain, Italy and North Africa. Contrary to many assumptions, Gibraltar is not an island but a narrow peninsula.…

Once a haven for expat Beat poets, artists and musicians, Tangier retains a feel of yesteryear.  Set on the Maghreb coast on the Strait of Gibraltar, Tangier has long been considered Europe’s gateway to Africa. Due…