Our First Furnished Apartment in Cuenca’s El Centro
Find out why we chose to move from Cuenca’s modern Gringolandia to an older apartment in its historic El Centro.
Kichwa Amazon Tribe Culture: How to Use a Blowgun
Visit a Kichwa community in Ecuador’s Amazon basin and learn their ways, like how to create and use a blowgun for hunting.
A Unique Way to Avoid DVT on Long-Haul Flights
A list of expert tips on how to avoid DVT (deep vein thrombosis) and jet lag on a long journey, with a fun, little-known bonus tip.
Cruising the Middle Rhine Valley
Cruise the Middle Rhine Valley, a UNESCO site, to see imposing castles, historic towns, verdant vineyards and legendary Lorelei Rock.
Cuenca Ecuador in Photos: A UNESCO Gem
Explore Cuenca’s Old-World charm in our captivating photo essay. Discover why this Andean gem is a top choice for retirees and expats.
Kichwa Culture: Panning for Gold in the Amazon
To support themselves, Ecuador’s Kichwa pan for gold in the Amazon basin. Here’s how they do it.
Cost of Food in Cuenca, Ecuador – Here’s What We Paid
How much does food cost in Cuenca? You be the judge: See what we purchased with $15 and read about the quality of food in Ecuador as well.
Hotel Finca Lerida in Boquete Panama – Here’s What We Thought
Finca Lerida is a picturesque boutique hotel in the mountains of Boquete, Panama. But is it worth the expense to stay there?
Dinner in Rudesheim am Rhein on a River Cruise: Worth It?
Visit Rüdesheim am Rhein, a typical riverside winemaking town in the Upper Middle Rhine Valley that is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
One Day in Alsace France
See the best of Alsace in one day, from Strasbourg to Alsatian wine and more.
What Is on a Rhine River Cruise Itinerary?
Considering a European river cruise? Here’s what to expect, plus our Rhine River cruise itinerary from Basel to Amsterdam.