The Baroque Cities of Sicily... and How to Find the Ideal Place to Volunteer

Noto to Self: Explore Sicily's Baroque Cities

Solid. Multi-layered. Fantastic.

There are too many adjectives to describe the Baroque cities of Sicily's Val di Noto to fit into one article (but we gave it our best shot!).

In an effort to recreate the grandeur of Sicily after a devastating earthquake, massive structures were constructed in what came to be known as Sicilian Baroque... CONTINUE READING >>

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Making a Difference in the Dominican Republic

When we heard there's a cruise that focuses on making a positive impact in the community it visits, we immediately thought, "where do we sign up?"

Join us as we train -- while sailing -- for our volunteer activities aboard our ship, plant trees in an ongoing reforestation project, construct water filters with a clean water initiative, and pour concrete floors in homes in the community.

But all work and no play make your GypsyNesters dull boys - so we're going to show you the beauty of the Dominican Republic - hit the beach!.. CONTINUE READING >>

How to Find the Ideal Place to Volunteer

We talk quite a bit how volunteering rocks!

But where to start?

See 9 tips to give your time and get back joy from our friends at Next Avenue

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The Ancient Cliff Dwellings of Arizona... and Why is Spring Break Just for Kids?

Cliff Dwelling on the Past in Arizona

The Old West is a lot older than gunfights, Tombstones, and Boot Hills.

For our journey back in time, we rode off into the sunset, heading west.

South Central Arizona is generously sprinkled with ancient ruins left behind by the Native Americans of the area... CONTINUE READING >>

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We All Deserve a (Spring) Break

Why should kids in school be the only ones to get a break at this time of year?

We can’t think of a reason not to make a break of our own. After the grey and cold of the last few months we should go someplace sunny, fun, and tropical, but not too far away. That sounds like... CONTINUE READING > >

Cure Aging? How About Curing Attitudes?

Yes! "People 50 and older ... look forward to having the time and the freedom to do what they want to do and to enjoy life on their own terms." - AARP's CEO, Jo Ann Jenkins... CONTINUE READING >>

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The Inexplicable Sacsayhuaman Ruins of Peru

Inexplicable Sacsayhuaman Ruins of Peru

Could it be aliens from outer space?

Sacsayhuaman is pronounced very much like sexy woman if the sexy is articulated the way witchy is sung in the song Witchy Woman.

(Which proved easy to implant in our memory banks.)

And there is definitely something witchy about... CONTINUE READING >>

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BAM! Meet us in Vegas, Baby!

It's fun, it's fabulous, it's Vegas-baby! Come join us for a big time at the BAM - we're speaking this year! CLICK HERE TO FIND OUT MORE! >>

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Living on the Edge of Ireland's Wild Atlantic Way... and Beijing's Summer Palace

Where is the edge of the world?

In the literal sense there obviously cannot be one on this sphere we inhabit, but figuratively, and also in a very real way, several spots where the last bit of land holds forth against the sea certainly feel like the brink.

The Dingle Peninsula on Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way thoroughly captures this sensation... CONTINUE READING >>


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Living Like an Empress Dowager at Beijing's Summer Palace
The Summer Palace lies on the northwest edge of Beijing, China by Kunming Lake, in what used to be countryside.

As the name implies, it was the imperial getaway from summer in the city, but palace only describes a part of this place... CONTINUE READING >>

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No Stone Unturned: Foamhenge in Virginia... and some really BIG news!

I have a confession to make. 

About thirty years ago I was in London for several days and didn’t take the short trip outside of town to see Stonehenge.

That's why I was so thrilled to discover an exact replica made of Styrofoam in Virginia - how could we not veer off the side of the road?.. CONTINUE READING >>

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How it Feels to Visit the Atomic Bomb Ground Zero in Nagasaki, Japan

Physically being in the Zone of Prayers brought us to an emotional state that is impossible to describe.

But, despite the horrific history of this spot, our feelings were directed toward peace and remembrance.

The site is incredibly solemn, yet very beautiful... CONTINUE READING >>

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Every family has 'em.

Piles of throw-away snapshots that you can't bear to throw away. Before digital cameras, our generation put every picture -- no matter how bad -- into a photo album. After all, they were precious - and we shelled out big bucks to have them developed.

Then there are the CLASSICS. The ones you should have thrown away, but instead you frame them. This one is ours. Think about it, we thought we were sitting for a lovely family portrait. Clearly, all heck is breaking loose and none of us could... CONTINUE READING >>

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We Had Our Minds Blown at Chichén Itzá in Mexico

We did our best to keep our cool at Chichén Itzá.

We were privileged enough to be touring the mind-blowing site with an archaeologist, after all. We didn't want to be uncouth.

Follow along with your GypsyNesters as we take into the surreal, surprisingly advanced and somewhat violent world of the ancient Mayans... CONTINUE READING >>

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