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Ljubljana’s famous dragon

Slovenia’s capital is famous for its outdoor market, impressive Jože Plečnik architecture, riverside cafes, and a very ornery dragon. Ljubljana…

Split Rock Lighthouse

Minnesota’s Split Rock Lighthouse is one of the most picturesque beacons in the world, guiding the ships that navigate the…

The gorgeous murals of Kaka’ako, Hawaii

What used to be a rather derelict neighborhood in Honolulu is now a hip area filled with craft breweries, coffee…

How Trotsky came to live and die in Mexico City

The Russian revolutionary spent the last few years of his life in exile in Mexico City before meeting a bloody…

Vegan Buffalo Sauce recipe

Buffalo Sauce, that spicy orange-pink condiment, is used to add some flavorful heat to a lot more than just wings.…

Crisp Point Lighthouse

Lighthouses are some of my favorite places to visit. And, you’ll find them everywhere. They’re on cliffs like Split Rock…

How a church I never visited became a part of my book

When we visited Croatia in 2011, the last thing on my mind was sculpting a novel from the experience. But,…

My favorite cab driver in Madrid

I’ve had some crazy taxi experiences. There was the guy in Naples who drove on the sidewalk when traffic got…

I blamed my girlfriend for a seismic event

It was Sunday morning and my girlfriend and I were eating breakfast on the couch. “Could you stop shaking the…

Delicious meatless “meatballs”

Whether you’re vegetarian or just looking for a something different, these meatless eggplant balls are the perfect way to top…