One regret, dear world,
That I am determined not to have
When I am lying on my deathbed
Is that I did not kiss you enough.
~Hafiz
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The Traveling Woman’s Guide to How to Deal with Lost Luggage
Lost luggage can be a nightmare, if you let it be. Here are some tips to avoid it happening in the first place, and others to help you stay cool and deal with it as efficiently as possible if it happens. It’s the nightmare of every woman who travels. You’re standing at the baggage carousel […]
The Iron Boy Järnpojke: Stockholm’s Smallest Monument
Järnpojke, aka “Iron Boy,” is so small you might miss him. In fact, he’s the smallest monument in all of Sweden. But going in search of him is worth the trip when you’re in Stockholm. And don’t forget to make a wish! This post contains affiliate links. If you click on a link and make […]
Traditional Dutch Pea Soup Recipe–the Taste of Family and Memory
In a country not famous for gourmet food, real Dutch Pea Soup stands out as one of the Netherlands’ great contributions to the culinary world. Hearty, filling, and redolent with the scents of peas and pork, of memory and home. This old family recipe takes me back to an Amsterdam apartment and a dinner table […]
Rum Days at Outer Banks Distilling in Manteo, NC
On a visit to Outer Banks Distilling, in Manteo, on the beautiful North Carolina Outer Banks, prepare to be shocked… then delighted… and then oh so mellow. The Shock of the Raw… Rum in the Making Raw rum, right from the still is…an experience. A pretty shocking one at that. As a small glass of […]
Australia Road Trip-An Epicurean Adventure from Adelaide
Grab some wheels and prime your taste buds, because this South Australia road trip will have your eyes widening in wonder and your mouth salivating at the gastronomic goodness surrounding you. Away from the frenzy of the tourist-crowded east coast of Australia, is a laid-back and gorgeous spot that has not lit up the tourist […]
Two Dozen of the Best European Desserts You Need to Try
Ahhh…. European desserts. Lives there a woman traveler who can resist them? Certainly not me. Because one of the great joys of traveling is… eating. And one of the great joys of eating is… dessert! A whole lot of travel and food bloggers seem to be just like me—unable to resist desserts in Europe. So […]
