Shout out to Arthur Scales (CTA rail operator, Chicago)
In the morning, when heading to work, I sometimes get on a train operated by (I think) Arthur Scales (he...
Ax-throwing (AKA, preparing for the zombie apocalypse)
In the US and other countries, many places have opened up that let you practice ax-throwing. I tried this out...
Aussie Mailboxes – creative recycling FTW
Aussie Mailboxes – creative recycling at it’s finest This is a somewhat common style of mailbox on Kangaroo Island. While...
Walkli – find walking tours around the world
Walkli is a website that has walking tours set up for many cities across the globe. I ran across it...
Topkapi Palace (Istanbul) – beautiful views and art
Topkapi Palace complex overlooks the Bosphorus and was the home of the Ottoman sultans, but now is a museum. Most...
China travel: Helpful tips for Western tourists going to China (from a solo female traveler)
A few things about China that may be helpful for others. VPN A VPN is essential if you want to...
Maui attractions (Hawaii)
Maui is, to me, the most active of the Hawaiian islands. I own an every-other-year time-share week on Maui near...
Balboa Park, San Diego – gardens, museums, organ, and more
Balboa Park is a large park complex in San Diego. It has a recreated Spanish village, several museums (including a...
