Oman is special. Where else on the Arabic Peninsula has some of the “Sinbad the Sailor” feeling survived? Besides this 1001 Nights flair, I was stunned by lush oases, ancient fortresses, sandy beaches, dramatic mountain scenery, rolling desert dunes, picturesque wadis, deep fjords and overly friendly people. All in one country!
Marilyn visits one of America’s great mysteries, whose origins are still being debated
At a pepper farm, Jayita samples an amazing variety of pepper products, as well as the local spirits.
The Old Saigon Post Office (Saigon Central Post Office) is a lovely remnant of Vietnam’s French colonial occupation. It’s located in the heart of Saigon
A few samples from the exhibits of a museum that traces the very long history of stringed and other puppets
A few hot air balloons spotted over the sky in Nuremberg, Germany, just after dawn.
Gilles visits Lake Titicaca, the highest altitude navigable lake in the world.
Gilles shares some extraordinary photos of people from the Omo Valley.
Love the photos!
Great piece and photos!