I found myself in Bishkek last summer almost by accident. After a tea expedition to southern China went sideways due to visa complications, I pivoted to Kyrgyzstan's capital—a decision that gifted me...
Coming home to Australia always rekindles my love affair with the bush. While Sydney's coastline and Perth's isolation shaped my early outdoor experiences, it's Canberra—our oft-overlooked capital—tha...
Standing at the confluence of the Ohio River and history, Evansville presents a fascinating paradox. While this Southern Indiana city might not feature on typical travel itineraries, its historical la...
As someone who's documented technical specifications for a living, I can tell you with absolute certainty that Chicago defies simple categorization. This magnificent metropolis along Lake Michigan's s...
Standing on the weathered ramparts of Fort Monroe, watching the Chesapeake Bay shimmer under the spring sunshine, I couldn't help but feel the weight of history beneath my feet. As someone who typical...
St. Louis surprised me in ways I never anticipated. When a technical writing conference brought me to this Midwest gem last spring, I arrived with the standard mental image – the Gateway Arch dominati...