February 2 marks Groundhog Day in the United States and parts of Canada. Origins of the day date back to 1841 in southern Pennsylvania, in the town of Punxsutawney to be exact. According to folklore, if it is cloudy when a groundhog emerges from its burrow on this […]
If you’ve been following me on this space or my other social media channels, you’ll know how excited I was to attend the 57th Inauguration Ceremony for President Barack Obama in Washington DC. Since 2008, it had found a home on my bucket list and 10 […]
Credit card companies are usually pretty vigilant about fraud, and sometimes a little too much, but at times, transactions can be repeated two or more times on the your statement accidentally, or intentionally for that matter. It’s always a good idea to keep all your travel receipts […]
Time to put the perennial excuse that travel is too expensive to rest! Our dear friends over at Travel and Leisure and Eurail are here to tell you that travel through Europe CAN be done without breaking the bank with a few pointers…
If you have any other […]
Perched atop a stunning hill in the Santa Monica Mountains, the Getty Center overlooks the vast cityscape of the greater Los Angeles area. Its exceptional contemporary architecture, wide array of pre-20th century art, colorful gardens, and panoramic views are its crowning glories. Richard Meier, the architect, built […]
Excerpt from my U.S. Embassy International Narcotics/Law Enforcement journal…
He was a young, scrawny boy that lived in the New Delhi slums adjacent to the NGO where I taught English and basic computer skills. He was my student, Krishnan. During my bi-weekly English lessons, he […]
Making their way around blogs all over cyberspace today are New Year’s Resolutions. Although I’m not one to really make resolutions, there are a few goals I have that pertain specifically to my website. I’ve put a lot of time and effort into my website […]
We’ve all heard the clichéd adage: when in Rome, do as the Romans do. Some destinations are easier to blend in with locals, while others require a conscious effort on your part. As I write this paragraph, one experience in particular comes to mind. My friends […]
One of my most memorable New Year’s Eve celebrations? Berlin, most definitely. Depending on the day, it wavers between #1 and #2, fiercely competing with London.
During my year in Berlin, I had received a few invitations for private NYE parties, and while they all seemed appealing […]
