Beyond Cigars and Vintage Cars

A great photo set of modern Cuba by Washington, DC–based photographer Greg Kahn. I was in Havana recently, and there...

Missing teen sailor found safe

Just starting sailing season here, so this is some good news for the 16 year-old solo sailor. Her parents must...

Sailing the Caribbean, the Frugal Way

Fantastically cheap way to sail in the Caribbean. I think I found a way to use up those vacation days...

Sea-Bands – are they any good?

I was thinking about getting a pair of these for travel sickness, but figured they sounded a little bogus. So...

Travelling on a Freighter Ship

Interesting article on travelling by freighter. Takes care of some misconceptions, such as: 2. Freighter travel is similar to being...

Hilo, on the Big Island

May be going here for NoXmas. Sounds awesome. Say goodbye to the scenic drive, hello to museums and thrift shopping...

Tiki Bar Opening This Fall In San Francisco

Good news, everyone. Now, if only they could open one a little closer to me … say in Toronto. Still,...

Mardi Gras tips

A good list of no-nos to be aware of at Mardi Gras. Mardi Gras Moments: What Not to Do –...

Kabuki buki buki

Staying at my favourite hotel in San Francisco — the Hotel Kabuki. Tonight, I’m on the club floor, which requires...

Goofing off in a hotel room

I’ve been doing a little goofing off these days, working on some art projects, and generally playing around with Photoshop....