There has been a lot going on with the inauguration of our new President Trump, the historical Women’s March on January 21 that drew thousands of women, men and children in cities all across the U.S. and globally, and the new executive order limiting U.S. immigration from 7 countries. Despite all the anger, protests, debates, […]
Lending a Hand: The Amal Restaurant
The Amal Restaurant is a project of the Amal Women’s Training Center in Marrakech, Morocco. It was established to empower disadvantaged women through the culinary arts. The program brings together widows, divorced or single mothers, orphans, and women with little or no education, and enables them to develop essential job and life skills so […]
The Power to Change
I’ve been blessed with the opportunity to travel and make friends around the world, so today I’ll share the inspiration of Abigail Orosz who our family met on the Paul Gauguin Cruise ship in Tahiti. She was our “Ambassadors of the Environment” Naturalist Guide who we connected with for her magnetic personality, love for nature, […]
3 Reasons to Use a Private Guide
We’ve all been on those 40 passenger buses full of tourists (and their selfie sticks or ipads used as cameras). And don’t forget the tour guides with the microphones and flags who spew out all those facts and monotonous spiels you’ll never remember…. So before you jump on the tour bus, here are some reasons […]
Back from Marrakech
Morocco’s “red city,” Marrakech, was as exotic as it sounds. There was no better place to spend time with family and friends celebrating a milestone. From staying in a Riad, to experiencing the famous souk markets, tradtional folklore song and dance, tantalizing cuisine, soothing hammam spa treatments, and much more, it couldn’t have been more […]
Back from Egypt
Wow! We just got back from an incredible 16-day trip to Paris, Marrakech, and Egypt. Every time I travel, I’m even more grateful for the opportunity – not only to see the amazing sites, but to experienece the culture, meet the locals, and open our hearts and minds to better understand global humanity. Today, I’d […]
Could travel inspire your career?
Hope you’re having a great start to your summer. I just spent the last 10 days doing college tours on the East Coast with my older daughter who will be applying to colleges this fall. It’s a bittersweet time as we think about all the opportunities our kids are fortunate to have for higher […]
On the FATHOM Cruise
I’m currently on the FATHOM cruise ship docked at Amber Cove in the Dominican Republic. It is a 7 night itinerary with 3 full days in the same port to allow for various opportunities to participate in IMPACT activities.This is only the second sailing of the cruise ship which will alternate between the Dominican […]
Happiness and Meaningful Travel
Yesterday, one of my favorite bloggers, Eric Barker wrote about, “How to be Happy: 5 Secrets Backed by Research”. He shares science-based insight on life and I look forward to my Sunday morning reading, so I was inspired to share his tips as I thoroughly enjoyed thinking about how these happiness tips relate to “Meaningful […]
Back from Canyon Ranch
When considering a Spa getaway, you may expect some fitness offerings, relaxing massages, and healthy food options; however, the depth of services from Medical to Spiritual at Canyon Ranch far surpasses the offerings of typical Spa resorts. You can fulfill your continuing education credit (CME & CNE for physicians and nurses) with all their seminars, […]