Coalatree Outdoor Apparel Just discovered this company and their cool outdoor apparel. They not only make some great products at reasonable prices, but also have their philosophy in the right place for our ailing planet. “Unbeknown to most, Coalatree started out as a self-sustaining organic farm in Colorado. The farm focused around a “reap what you … More Cool New Eco-Friendly Outdoor/Travel Products
Check out this amazing new travel destination! Kristie Wolfe, the renowned Airbnb host and creator of extraordinary properties, is thrilled to announce the launch of her latest venture, MoonPass Lookouts: An Elevated Forest Experience. Nestled in the enchanting forests of Wallace, Idaho, MoonPass Lookouts offers an unparalleled opportunity to connect with nature and embark on … More MoonPass Lookouts
Ushering in a new era of responsible tourism in Thailand (Guest Post) Chained up next to a garbage dump with scarce food and one functioning eye, an old bull elephant, endured four brutal years in captivity in Chiang Mai – Thailand. Chained up next to a garbage dump, malnourished. His plight was nothing short of … More Unchained Elephants Project
by Mary Kay Seales My then-husband, Marc, turned me on to No Reservations, Bourdain’s Emmy Award-winning show, which ran on the Travel Channel from 2005 to 2012. The first episode aired on my birthday, July 25, 2005, and was titled “France: Why the French Don’t Suck.” We watched it together with my daughter, who was … More A Personal Tribute to the “Most Conscious” Conscious Traveler: Anthony Bourdain
by Mary Kay Seales Farm-to-table restaurants seem to be the ‘thing’ now, with young chefs proudly growing their own fruits, vegetables, and chickens. They have elaborate menus with carefully paired and “locally-sourced” wines in dishes of expensive pottery from an artist who lives in the neighborhood. Their six or seven course meals are meant to … More Lamb Between the Stones at Fuad’s Restaurant in Goyçay, Azerbaijan
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