Liverpool, UK –I traveled to England to learn about the Beatles and although it’s been more than 50 years since John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison and Ringo Starr performed together, their music is still loved universally and Beatlemania remains strong in Liverpool and London. It is estimated that Beatle Read more
Drumnadrochit, UK — Could the Loch Ness monster be real or is it just a myth? Since the 6th century there have been reported sightings of a monster affectionately known as “Nessie,” in the waters. While the scientific community has yet to prove his existence, many believe he is real Read more
Belfast, UK — The wall in West Belfast that separates a Catholic neighborhood from its Protestant neighbors stands at least 25 feet tall. It’s made of iron, concreate and steel. In the evening the gates are closed and locked from 7:00 pm to 6:00 am. This is not Belfast in Read more
Dublin, IRL — Whether we realize it or not we are all connected. I had never been to Dublin, but it was always a place I wanted to visit. The history of Ireland and the struggles of Irish people to overcome almost 800 years of British rule was a subject Read more
Amsterdam, NLD– I should have ordered a mild joint, but instead I chose the Moroccan hash. Since I can’t get this stuff at home and I’ve never tried hash or been to a coffee shop like the ones in Amsterdam. At these coffee shops you can purchase and smoke small Read more
Unlike modern Berlin, Munich is old, traditional Germany. You can fly here or take the train from Berlin, which is what I did. It’s very comfortable and only takes six hours. Never be late, because German trains almost always run on time. Once you get here it’s easy to get Read more
“It’s cold out here, ” I complained as I walked through the gates. “Actually it’s rather mild for November. It can get below 20 c here, ” replied Carlos, our half German, half Costa Rican guide. Carlos then began to recount a story of sadistic SS officers who on one of Read more
Berlin, DE– Germany seems to have a museum for everything. From great works of art to the history of its favorite snack curry wurst, you can find a museum for it. When I travel, I try to seek out that which is fun and unique, which was why I chose Read more
Berlin, DE — On November 9, 1989 the Berlin Wall fell. After more than 28 years, East Germans were reunited with their families in the west and the world was changed forever. I’ve joined thousands of people on the streets of Berlin to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the fall Read more