Most folks haven’t heard of Playa Chacala, and that’s part of its beauty. The idyllic fishing village 56 miles north of Puerta Vallarta provides a low-cost authentic vacation alternative to the mega-resorts for which Mexico is famed (some say shamed). A visit here is a recipe for relaxation and has little negative environmental impact. It […]
Machu Picchu for Muchachas: Find the ‘Lost City’ of the Incas
Five hundred years ago, it was a retreat where ‘Chosen Women’ were worshiped and mummified after death. Today, Machu Picchu (which means ‘old mountain’ in the Quechua language) remains a mystical destination for a fit couple or a group of girlfriends seeking more from a vacation than a beach chair in the sun. The Lost […]
The Holy Coast of Kenya: Mombasa, Lamu and Beyond
When most people imagine Kenya they conjure up images of safaris, elephants and Maasai warriors, but there’s another side of Kenya for visitors, a laid back alternative to the adrenaline rush provided by animal chasing on the plains. It’s the mellow Swahili coast of the country with its eclectic cultural, delicious deserted beaches and a […]
Tattooing for Better Karma: Ink in the Hindu Belt
Despite the intense appreciation and prevalence of tattooing in the “Hindu belt” of Asia, specifically the countries of Nepal, India and Indonesia, we hardly ever hear or read about the tattoo traditions of these countries. Tattooing is an integral part of the lifestyle, and although the artists are not held in high esteem (as are […]
Hampi: City of Victory
Any place with a temple dedicated to the dancing God from the Bhagavad-Gita (that is um, Shiva) is okay by us. It’s like a petrified dream taken from storybooks of ancient Hindu mythology: red rock structures framing the landscape and ruins. This is Hampi, the modern-day capital of the Vijayanagar empire. Located in southern India’s […]
Women Warriors: What Martial Art Should You Study?
Martial arts are an ideal way to gain discipline, get in shape and learn how to protect oneself in dangerous situations. Read this guide on the various martial art styles to see which school of discipline is right for you. ART OF WAR: WOMEN WARRIORS by Ande Wanderer Move over, aerobics. Step aside, […]
Eco-Volunteer in Argentina at Gaia
Ecovillage Gaia is a sustainable community in the Buenos Aires province. The founders were Argentine pioneers in permaculture architecture, sustainable farming and living in balance with the environment. Since its founding in the early 1990s, the village has welcomed visitors and volunteers around the world and also established the International University of Permaculture. Those interested […]
Moving to Argentina: Topics to Consider
For those looking to move or retire overseas, Argentina is South America’s most popular choice. There are nearly two million foreigners living in the country. The United States embassy in Argentina estimates there are 25,000 Americans residing here. The eighth largest country in the world has a diverse landscape and climate, with modern cities and […]