I’m in the midst of a five-week Grand Tour that’s taking me the equivalent of 1.7 times around the globe, from Japan to London, Dublin and Wales, to Bali and then back to San Francisco. One of the great lessons I’ve re-learned on this trip...
Two weeks ago the travel world was rocked by the news from Melbourne that iconic guidebook publisher Lonely Planet was laying off up to 80 editors and other staffers. My journey as a traveler coincides very closely with the journey of LP. ...
Africa is a favorite subject for coffeetable tomes, but I have rarely come across as compelling a package of photographs and essays as Living Africa, by Steve Bloom. In more than 200 photographs, South African-born Bloom showcases a mind-expanding spectrum...
The best way to see the world is with your own two eyes. But you can’t always be traveling. For those times when you’re stuck at home, there’s one surefire way to at least temporarily slake your wanderlust: Lose yourself in a great travel photo...
MAASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE – I was awakened at 4:45 by a soft rap on the door. “Jambo, sir! May I come in with your breakfast? A Maasai staffer placed a tray with tea, heated milk, and shortbread biscuits on my desk. “Enjoy your day,...