Carnaval. It’s probably on your bucket list, right? Let’s face it, Carnaval is a must attend party. When we hear the word “Carnaval,” most of us fantasize about samba dancing in Rio de Janeiro, Mardi Gras and Fat Tuesday bead exchanges in New Orleans or masquerade parties in Venice, right? What about Mazatlan, Mexico? It […]
One of the World’s Largest Carnaval Celebrations – Mazatlan Mexico’s Carnanval in Photos
by Craig Zabransky on March 24, 2014 in Adventure Mindset, Events, Mexico Travel, Photo
Postcard-A Waterfall of Romance at Niagara
by Craig Zabransky on February 14, 2014 in Photo
Through the years Niagara Falls has always been known for romance. Whether the perfect honeymoon, romantic retreats, package deals, or just an escape to a border; romance both manufactured and real exists besides the Natural Wonder. With adventurous activities, nighttime strolls, and sunset views from the Skylon Tower, there is plenty to do and entice. […]
The 5-Reasons to Plan a Winter Escape to Lake Placid
by Craig Zabransky on February 12, 2014 in Destination, Photo
In the middle of the 7 million acres of “forever” wilderness, visitors to New York’s Adirondacks can discover the small town of Lake Placid, New York. Popular for hosting two winter Olympic Games (1932 and 1980), the town is most notable for the Miracle on Ice, but I discovered more than just Olympic History. My […]
The Five-Arctic Adventures in Churchill Manitoba
by Craig Zabransky on February 4, 2014 in Destination, Photo
I never thought I would visit the edge of the Arctic Circle in the dead of winter. Nope. I never thought I’d brave -40 degree temperature either, but I did. You might too if you had the opportunity to see the Northern Lights in Churchill. Yes, they were amazing. Beyond amazing, but my trip was […]
Postcard-Inuit Modern Art
by Craig Zabransky on January 22, 2014 in Photo
Sculptures made from whale bones may seem like an ancient practice, but in northern Canada, not until the “western way” transformed the original native (or aboriginal as labeled in Canada) culture and way of life have locals carved such massive pieces of art. It’s modern art (20th century). The indigenous culture and its nomadic way […]
Postcard-Colorful Costa Rica’s Scarlet Macaw
by Craig Zabransky on December 5, 2013 in Photo
On the remote Osa Peninsula, a place National Geographic labeled, “the most biologically intense place on earth” travelers find Costa Rica’s real riches – its wildlife. As the last place settled in the country, it can be argued it is the ‘pure” in the country’s mantra and way of life, “Pura Vida.” When I arrived […]
Exploring and Enjoying Juarez, Mexico in 5 Photos
by Craig Zabransky on October 22, 2013 in Adventure Mindset, Destination, Mexico Travel, Photo
Just before flying to El Paso, Texas I was told – we’d spend a night in Juarez too. Where? ….. Donde? Ciudad Juarez. Yes, that Juarez; the Juarez from the news. I joked about the fact it was clearly staying adventurous with the trip organizers, but admittedly, I wondered if it was also staying safe. […]
the 5-Photos of Buffalo, New York
by Craig Zabransky on August 8, 2013 in Destination, Photo
Buffalo, New York surprised. It did. I didn’t expect to see a city with so much historical treasure, especially with its architecture nor did I expect to see a city in the midst of a major resurgence. Yes, Buffalo surprised me during few days first as a volunteer for the New York Special Olympics and […]
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