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In These Chaotic Times …How To Travel Safe And Smart

June 11, 2023

Many of us are making plans to travel this summer at a time when the tourism industry is exploding from so much demand caused by the pandemic. Besides the increased costs, and the huge crowds, there is also the growing concern over safety. When I mention to folks about my

Film Review: A Man Called Otto…. A story about small yet important wins in life

June 11, 2023

Film/Theater Review Reinvent Yourself Serving Humanity

Having seen the trailer on Tom Hanks’ recent movie “A Man Called Otto”, it frankly did not pique my interest. I love Tom Hanks as an actor and a humanitarian, but I wasn’t sure I wanted to see a movie that reminded me of an older, grumpier Forrest Gump character.

Film Review: Netflix’s My Octopus Teacher ….A Love Affair

April 25, 2023

Film/Theater Review Reinvent Yourself

Surfing thorough the many options available on Netflix, not knowing what to see, I came across a documentary of the life of an octopus and her relationship with a human, actually a man. The film is a gem to watch as you experience a real-life interaction with nature. I, for

Sustainable Travel … What Exactly Does It Mean?

April 25, 2023

Serving Humanity Travel Tips Wanderlust

Sustainable travel continues to evolve as more environmentally conscious travelers are seeking ways to reduce their carbon print in response to the climate changes we are all seeing throughout the world. But sustainable travel is more than cutting back on emissions. It is also how you, as a tourist or

Memories of My Mother’s Clotheslines

April 25, 2023

Arts/Culture My Photography

As a tribute to my mother on this Mother’s Day who I dearly miss, I am reposting this story that I wrote two years ago, thinking of her and remembering how much my travels reminded me of her. This story does not contain that much information about my mom as

Review: The Michael Jackson Musical … on the better part of his life

April 3, 2023

Arts/Culture Film/Theater Review

If I were planning to go see a Broadway musical, it most likely would not be about Michael Jackson. However, when somebody invites you as their guest, it’s hard to say no even if you do not have high expectations. Interestingly, the musical was quite exhilarating and enjoyable, although not

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The Harlem Fine Arts Show… Buying Black Art!

April 3, 2023

Art Destinations Arts/Culture Film/Theater Review

This year the Harlem Fine Arts Show celebrated its 15th anniversary in New York City, bringing together black art gallery owners, art collectives and artists to celebrate 15 years of ensuring opportunities for Black Art to thrive. Buying Black Art or what is sometimes referred to as African Diaspora Art

The Latino World Travel Fest… Creating a Path For Others to Venture

April 3, 2023

Wanderlust

Did you know Latinos account for over $56 billion in leisure travel every year? Yet there is no national or regional community presence for empowering Latinos to connect and travel. Well, at least not until recently, thanks to what was started as an online community Facebook travel group. Latino World

Visiting Africa Series #5 : Elmina Castle and the Island of Gorée– Slave Forts…. a Visit of Conscience

March 1, 2023

My Photography Wanderlust

This story sums up the series on my October trip to Africa and speaks to the most profound part of my visit in recognition of Black History Month. So little is known about how Africans were enslaved and transported to the Americas. How the Portuguese, the British, the French and

The Relevance of Celebrating Birthdays and Anniversaries … Now More than Ever

March 1, 2023

How-To Tips Reinvent Yourself

As I reach the important milestone of turning 70 years old, I can’t help thinking how shorter the path is in front of me as I pause and reflect on what will truly make me happy and purposeful. How do I celebrate a healthy 70 of which I’m most grateful,

A Review of the 2023 New York Travel and Adventure Show….and what not to do!

March 1, 2023

My Photography Wanderlust

“Travel is back and stronger than ever”…. that seems to be the motto for this year’s annual travel show. In early January, the former New York Times Travel show was packed with folks booking deals on what is expected to be another crowded travel year. Besides over 100 exhibitors of

A Visit to Loreto, Mexico…A Road Less Traveled and all its Splendor

January 28, 2023

My Photography Wanderlust

Loreto, Mexico is in the Baja California Sur peninsula about 300 miles from Cabo San Lucas. The town faces the Sea of Cortez, an amazing body of water of the color of lapis lazuli where whales come to mate and birth their young between the months of January-March. The town

In These Chaotic Times …How To Travel Safe And Smart

Film Review: A Man Called Otto…. A story about small yet important wins in life

Film Review: Netflix’s My Octopus Teacher ….A Love Affair

Sustainable Travel … What Exactly Does It Mean?

Memories of My Mother’s Clotheslines

Review: The Michael Jackson Musical … on the better part of his life

The Harlem Fine Arts Show… Buying Black Art!

The Latino World Travel Fest… Creating a Path For Others to Venture

Visiting Africa Series #5 : Elmina Castle and the Island of Gorée– Slave Forts…. a Visit of Conscience

The Relevance of Celebrating Birthdays and Anniversaries … Now More than Ever

A Review of the 2023 New York Travel and Adventure Show….and what not to do!

A Visit to Loreto, Mexico…A Road Less Traveled and all its Splendor

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Puerto Vallarta: A Gateway Destination of Resort Living

San Pancho and Sayulita: Truly Authentic Mexican Villages

The Good, the Bad and the Ugly about “Timeshare Resort Living”

The Splendor of Downtown Miami Skyline and the Port of Miami… so Worthy of a Visit.

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