The remote Meteora Monasteries in the Kalambaka Valley are striking not only for their unusual mountain-top locations but also for the Greek history and traditions that are still present.
James Michael Dorsey
Beads of Time: The Role of Beads in Africa
In Africa, beads are not only a symbol of beauty, they have a religious and social role in the culture.
What’s in a Word? A Glitch in the World’s Second Language
Filtering the English language through a foreign tongue can sometimes lead to a few good laughs.
Nairobi, Kenya: To Save an Elephant
Spend the day with orphaned elephants at the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust in Kenya.
Louisiana: Leaping Lizards of New Orleans
The occasionally overlooked swampland of Louisiana is home to spectacular wildlife.
Rome’s Tiny Thieves
A traveler to Rome leaves with lighter pockets and a story to tell.
African Architecture: A Vanishing Way of Life
When it comes to using available natural resources to build a home, Africa stands alone.
Hidden Tribe: The Dogon of Mali
Go back in time in Western Africa as you immerse yourself into the culture of the Dogon tribe nestled in hidden mud dwellings.
At the Killing Fields: Revisiting Cambodia’s Past
Tread lightly as you explore the recent history that shaped Cambodia into the country it is today.
Imaginary Lines: A Meridian Primer
At the Royal Observatory in Greenwich, England, a line set in stainless steel divides the eastern and western hemispheres.
Jungle Express: Cambodia’s Bamboo Train
Hop on board for a unique ride through the Cambodian Jungle.