Category Archives: Culture

The Swazi Way

Posted on October 11, 2011 by Ashley Forster

After three glorious days of animal watching in Kruger National Park, we were headed out into the mountains, in search of the thatch-roof cottages, proud local culture, and reasonably-priced arts and crafts of the kingdom of Swaziland.   With the exception … Continue reading →

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Ode on a Grecian Island

Posted on October 6, 2011 by Ashley Forster

I doubt there’s any reason to feel that people need to be talked into visiting the Greek Islands.  For many, like me, they’re on the ‘bucket list,’ one of the destinations that must be seen before you die.  After a … Continue reading →

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A Quick Visit to the Persian Gulf.

Posted on October 6, 2011 by Marcus Forster

Geographically, Abu Dhabi is a conundrum.  Standing on the Corniche, sweating in the midday sun, I looked out over the Persian Gulf and thought, “that’s Iran over there.”  Iran is a country that still stones women to death for adultery, … Continue reading →

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Almost Missed Autumn

Posted on September 28, 2011 by Ashley Forster

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“Delicious autumn! My very soul is wedded to it, and if I were a bird I would fly about the earth seeking the successive autumns.” ~George Eliot I love autumn, but as it turns out, I am unwittingly flying about … Continue reading →

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Bodhisattva #3 – The Exile!

Posted on September 17, 2011 by Marcus Forster

When you run so fast to get somewhere, And hurry and worry through the day, You miss half the fun of getting there, Like an unopened gift you threw away. Nigel Mowet-Napier is not a welcome sight to many.  Long … Continue reading →

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Life’s a Beach

Posted on September 9, 2011 by Ashley Forster

Ah, the beach – the quintessential vacation spot.  A place to relax, soak up the sun, and drink alcohol all day without judgment.   For the twenty-something partygoer, a beach vacation takes very little planning.  Pack a bikini, cut-offs, and flip-flops. … Continue reading →

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A Visit to His Papal-nesses Country

Posted on September 2, 2011 by Marcus Forster

I would defy anyone to stay in Rome for the first time and not visit The Vatican and St. Peter’s Basilica.  Yesterday was chosen as “the day” for our papal pilgrimage, and we prepared ourselves for the onslaught of tourism … Continue reading →

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Fountains of Rome

Posted on August 31, 2011 by Ashley Forster

On any summer vacation, most of us seem to venture out in search of water.  Whether its a calm seashore, quiet mountain lake, rushing woodland stream, or tropical waterfall, water brings refreshment, moving water a calming babble.  In the chaotic … Continue reading →

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Roma – Day One

Posted on August 28, 2011 by Marcus Forster

What to do on one’s first full day in Rome?  Visit the Vatican perhaps?  The Colosseum?  Perhaps taking in one of Rome’s numerous churches? (seriously, they are to Rome what pubs are to Ireland). With a two-year old in tow, … Continue reading →

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Barcelona Porch Monkey

Posted on August 24, 2011 by Marcus Forster

In order to experience a country, city or region, it is often required to venture forth, leave your temporary abode and wade into the whirlpool, mix with the locals, and in doing so, learn something.  This was certainly the case … Continue reading →

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