Vis Island, Croatia – Here’s the thing about beaches in Croatia (and on Vis Island in particular). Not sandy. They are mostly pebble beaches so water shoes are a must, especially for kids. If you can get past that, this place is perfect for…
Diving Vis Island
Vis Island, Croatia – Spotted while diving Vis Island at Lighthouse Host: three octopuses (including one who squirted ink at me), dozens of red sea stars, and a couple of fire worms. Not to mention thousands of Ancient amphorae left…
Vis Island Ferry
Split, Croatia – Day 2 of this adventure was definitely better than Day 1. The 14 hours of catch-up sleep helped a LOT (10 for the parents), as did ending the day in this spectacular place. (Photo taken from the…
Life is Good
St Clair Shores, Michigan – Life is good when you spend your summer on Lake St Clair.
Boston Harbor Islands
Boston, Mass – We’re off to the Boston Harbor Islands (scene of a near-disaster outing when the twins were smaller). Getting there is half the fun! I take it back, the kids actually got a little hot and bothered on…
Cycling the Battle Road
Concord, Mass – On April 19, 1775, the first skirmish of the American Revolution took place at dawn on Lexington Green. Afterwards, British soldiers marched to Concord, where they faced a militia of Minute Men, who eventually chased them back…
Cape Ann
Gloucester, Mass – Some obligatory photos from my day on Cape Ann (the other cape).
Plum Island
Newburyport, Mass – Late afternoon, late summer, at the Parker River National Wildlife Refuge on Plum Island.
Edward M Kennedy Institute for the US Senate
Boston, Mass – The legacy of the Kennedys continues to influence the political and cultural landscape in Boston. The Edward M Kennedy Institute for the US Senate is a cool new addition to the city’s educational circuit. It’s an interactive…
Salem, Beyond Witch City
Salem, Mass – Everybody knows about Salem’s fascinating history, from the witch hysteria to the maritime trade. But today’s Salem is also a vibrant place. While updating the Lonely Planet content, I went in search of Salem, beyond Witch City.…