San Francisco. Photo by Charish Badzinski. On a recent short trip from here to there, I caught a glimpse of the city of San Francisco from the top of a hill, and uttered words of amazement. I didn’t want to inconvenience others in the vehicle, so I didn’t press to stop. But somehow the driver … More Mini Vacay: Panoramic View of San Francisco
I took a day trip this week to Treasure Island, California with a friend, primarily to take in this famed sculpture by Marco Cochrane, known as Bliss Dance. Bliss Dance seems to hold the sun in her hands. Photo by Charish Badzinski. Bliss Dance is a 40 foot sculpture, originally unveiled at Burning Man 2010. … More Finding Our Bliss at Treasure Island, California
Flash mob alert! And you are invited.Photo by Charish Badzinski. As a traveler, there are times when you stumble upon the opportunity to participate in an unforgettable cultural experience. The blushing bride and a handsome rewedding guest.Photo by Charish Badzinski. For some of us, that chance came yesterday, at the Radical Sparkle ReWedding #3, a … More Flash Mob Alert! The Gender Bender ReWedding of Radical and Sparkle
On several occasions, I’ve heard people remark about my travels: “Must be nice.” Some say it when I’m not around. Others have said it to me directly. Sunset at Yellowstone National Park. Photo by Charish Badzinski. The comment used to feel like a personal jab. Now, I have a different opinion. I feel sad for … More Realizing the Life You Want: It’s All About Choices
Big cities can offer the best fireworks displays, the biggest, most exciting performances by renowned artists, and the largest variety of deep-fried fair foods. Traveling to a large city to celebrate Independence Day can be an extraordinary way to mark the occasion. You could watch fireworks in St. Paul, Minnesota, parked on a postage stamp … More Independence Day and The Charm of Small Town Celebrations
Take a minute to cool down at Playa La Ropa, in Zihuatanejo, Mexico.Photo by Charish Badzinski. With heat indicies at dizzying heights, heat advisories in effect and no break in sight, a lot of us are thinking about water these days: big, cool pools of the stuff. Long, flowing rivers of water. That feeling as … More Mini Vacay: Playa La Ropa Beach, Zihuatanejo, Mexico
Hot wings at Great Dane in Madison, Wisconsin. Photo by Charish Badzinski. If you live anywhere near the Midwest, you don’t need a weather geek to tell you it’s hot. How hot is it? It’s so hot, people are eating buffalo wings to cool down! These little flappers were photographed in Madison, Wisconsin, at the … More Random Travel Photo of the Week: Great Dane, Madison, Wisconsin
Warning: this blog post contains graphic photos taken of historic genocidal sites in Cambodia, as well as photos of some victims who perished under the rule of the Khmer Rouge, which may be disturbing to some viewers. Visitor discretion is strongly advised. _____________________________________________________________________________________________ As travelers, we are more than tourists. We are truth seekers. Cambodia’s … More Choeung Ek and Security Prison 21, A picture into Cambodia’s dark past
See Chicago by Segway. Photo by Charish Badzinski. Several tour companies in Chicago offer Segway tours. If you’ve never taken a ride on a Segway before, it can be a lot of fun. Tour companies offer a brief training session, where you learn how to control the speed and direction of your Segway–primarily with your … More Random Travel Photo of the Week: See Chicago by Segway
Annie May’s Bar and Restaurant, County Cork, Skibbereen. Photo by Charish Badzinski. The Irish have a reputation for being hospitable and friendly. To experience this true spirit of the Irish, it is often said that one only need enter an Irish pub. A friendly local introduces himself at Annie May’s. Photo by Charish Badzinski. Friends of … More Annie May’s Bar: The Friendliest Pub in All of Ireland
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