Kickin’ It Across Continents – My Love Affair with Football

"Football, in most countries, is the national sport and one in which kids from an early age learn to play and master over the years. Whether its’ a city street, a dirt field, or turf glass, football is an adaptable sport to any kind of climate which is why its’ such a famed world sport."

Flight – The Ultimate Passport to the World’s Wonders

"We often take the chance to fly around our country or internationally for granted nowadays but for most of human history, there was absolutely no chance to fly to the next town let alone to Japan or Australia."

Where Fight Meets Flow – The Cultural Power of Capoeira

"The amount of exercise involved in becoming a true Capoeira artist means that you will definitely break a sweat while getting physically fit if you intend to practice this unique art form on a daily basis."

Carnaval in Brazil – Iconic Traditions, Wild Parades, and Must-See Celebrations

"Because of the significance of Lent and not just for giving up meat but for other earthly pleasures as well, ‘Carnaval’ is a chance to enjoy some of those pleasures before the time of Lent and to revel in both culinary and cultural traditions."

A Memorable Weekend in Santa Marta, Colombia

"I say that it’s an ‘undiscovered gem’ because it usually flies under the radar when compared to its’ coastal counterparts of Cartagena and Barranquilla. Still though, for Colombians and foreigners alike on vacation, Santa Marta has a lot to offer its’ visitors."

Quebec City Uncovered – Where Old World Magic Meets Modern Adventure

"When you first arrive in Quebec City, it feels like a dream. It’s a city that is both modern and old world at the same time and charms you immediately upon arrival."

Hay Vida En Las Calles (There Is Life In The Streets)

"While life in the streets cannot be found everywhere, I found this prevalent attitude consistent in many towns and cities during my travels in Latin America."

Five Fun Filled Days in the Land of Fire and Ice

"Landing in Iceland feels a bit like stepping into a mixture of a science fiction and fantasy novel written by Mother Nature, after she downed three espressos and decided to get creative. You’ve got glaciers that sparkle like diamonds, volcanoes that rumble with ancient fury, and landscapes so otherworldly you half expect elves or trolls to pop out of the moss-covered lava rocks."

How Iceland Replenishes the Mind, Body, and Soul

“Iceland is one of those countries that can combine stunning landscape contrasts with sheer natural beauty, putting the average traveler at ease and offering you unique opportunities to rejuvenate physically, mentally, and spiritually through its landscapes, culture, and way of life.”

Dealing with Melancholy after Travel

“Still though, it’s hard for me after dozens of trips and hundreds of places visited to not have that feeling of melancholy wash over me after I come home again.”