I’ve just lost fifteen percent of my body weight, some of it during the Covid-19 shutdown, and I feel on top of the world. Here's how I did it plus some tips to set you up for weight loss success.…

In a pre-pandemic world, this week we would have embarked on an eight-week adventure exploring the Arctic and Scandinavia. Instead we’re now counting the cost of cancellations. Our excitement for the adventure of a lifetime has been replaced by anxiety about losing money.…

Visiting Kyoto in cherry blossom season is like a double-edged Samurai sword. Spring is one of the most popular times of year to see this historic and picturesque city but it's not all pretty pink petals and delicious ramen.…

It's a magic time to visit Japan during cherry blossom season. While it's peak travel period and very busy, the exquisite beauty and festive spirit will win you over.…

We spent two weeks in Japan over cherry blossom season and were totally captivated by the country, its culture, and its quirkiness. Our trip covered Tokyo, Kyoto and hiking the Kumano Kodo. Here are 14 things we discovered about this fascinating country.…

Zurich is the perfect stopover city as you travel through Europe. It's small, extremely picturesque with snow-capped mountains, a beautiful lake and an historic old town. Here are a few things to do in 48 hours in Zurich.…

Three weeks in Costa Rica and three different activities. It's hard to pack lightly when you need to carry different equipment for your adventures. Here's what we packed and what we could have done differently. …