Saudade is a Portuguese word that loosely translates to a deep yearning nostalgia for something gone forever. There is no equivalent word in English. Yet, while it’s hard to explain, this Portuguese emotion is easy to feel as you immerse yourself in the tumbledown yet trendy city of Lisbon. Funky and fun, Portugal’s capital, and one […]
Month: December 2020
Swimming With Manatee: Here’s What You Need to Know
I have been fortunate to swim with manatees on more than one occasion and have found the experience to be profound each time. The manatees are magnificent. Curious? Here’s what you need to know: Crystal River, Florida, the Manatee Capital of the World, is the only place on the planet that you can legally swim and interact with […]
The Florida Keys: An Iconic American Road Trip
Coronavirus has disrupted travel in 2020 in a totally unforeseen way. Amidst travel restrictions and lockdowns, many travelers took to the open road for a classic American road trip – of which there are many. The Florida Keys is one the most iconic road trips in the United States is the 113-mile drive (one way) […]
Goat Yoga in East Texas? Oh My Goat!
If you know me, you know that I love yoga. The blissed-out feeling after a traditional class is totally addictive. But goat yoga? Hmmm… I’ve tried a few of the non-traditional yoga sessions that are popular now. Aerial yoga? A great workout, but not for me. Yoga hiking? A personal favorite. The combination of mindful […]
