By Noreen L. Kompanik ITWPA Member Accessible only by sea, Las Caletas is a stunning tropical paradise located in an isolated cove just south of Puerto Vallarta. Once the home of Hollywood producer John Huston, who called it one of the most beautiful places in the world, this secluded nature preserve is nestled between the majestic Sierra Madre Mountains and the turquoise … [Read more...] about Las Caletas: Rhythms of the Night
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The Greening of India’s Capital City
By Monica Szczupider Have a day or two in the city? Check out how Delhi has successfully reconstructed nature at one of its sprawling biodiversity parks. India’s capital city has a luscious little secret -- it’s greener than it seems. The noise is big, the crowds are bigger, and crossing the road is downright terrifying. But concrete, dust, and traffic aside, Delhi has … [Read more...] about The Greening of India’s Capital City
Cross Country Skiing Long Island
By Marci Saulino ITWPA Member Skiing on Long Island... is that even possible? Well, I was about to find out. After a little research, Wildwood State Park was the park of choice for this adventure. According to the Wildwood State Park description on the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation website, “Wildwood State Park comprises 600 acres … [Read more...] about Cross Country Skiing Long Island
How Mexico City Beats Toronto
By Kim Perry ITWPA Member First, my disclaimer. I unequivocally declare that I adore Toronto! You’d be hard pressed to find an authentic Torontoian who doesn’t. After all, we are the center of the Canadian Universe (just ask any Vancouverite). However, I’ll be the first to admit, when it comes to pedestrian-friendly streetscapes, frankly, Toronto sucks! With delicious … [Read more...] about How Mexico City Beats Toronto
Gypsy Chickens: The Funky Fowl of Funky Key West
By Susan Nickerson ITWPA Member In Florida’s Key West, they dream of a world in which chickens can cross the road without having their motives questioned. At least that’s what the T-shirts proclaim in shop windows dotting Key West’s Duval Street, infamous for its nightlife and good-natured debauchery. Known as “gypsy” chickens, thousands of these feral fowl roam freely … [Read more...] about Gypsy Chickens: The Funky Fowl of Funky Key West