Making a Global Gift Supporting indigenous people with practical purchases Posted on Nov. 1, 2016 Thanksgiving is on the horizon and the full holiday season is nearly upon us — a time for us all to count our blessings. With many families around the world struggling to make ends meet, we often wonder: How can…
Walking the World Posted: Oct. 6, 2016 Walking — the simple act of putting one foot in front of the other — through a scenic location always lifts my spirits and puts a smile on my face. And I’m not alone. Everywhere I travel in the world, there is a growing enthusiasm for…
Red Hot Hawaii I’ll never forget the way the helicopter bounced around over the red-hot caldera on one of my early visits to the Island of Hawaii. I’m sure it must have been dangerous, but when I looked down into the roiling bowl of molten lava, I was too transfixed to be scared. Then, the…
A Getaway Among Friends For anyone seeking a world-class-caliber wellness retreat, it may be a little unexpected to look within driving distance, in the Mexican border town of Tecate. Spa-savvy travelers may already be familiar with Rancho La Puerta resort, but for many, it remains to be discovered. Since 1940, this revolutionary wellness destination has…
Escape to Shell Beach Summertime is fun time, especially here in San Diego. The beaches are glorious and the calendar is packed with open-air parties and performing arts. But have you had time to sit back, relax, and savor the season? I sometimes find that hard to do at home, so I keep a short…