34 articles tagged with transportation
As someone who's scaled Himalayan peaks and danced through Latin American festivals, I never expected to find such charm in the heart of America's breadbasket. Yet here I was in Salina, Kansas—a place most travelers zoom past on I-70—discovering that...
Ever found yourself clutching the edge of your seat as a local bus driver navigates hairpin turns along Madeira's cliffside roads, only to later reminisce about the spacious, straight boulevards of Phoenix? As someone who's experienced both the heart-stopping mountain...
Seattle's iconic skyline—framed by the Space Needle against the backdrop of Mt. Rainier—has become as synonymous with technological innovation as it is with exceptional coffee. As someone who regularly travels between ranching operations and urban centers, I've developed a particular...
As someone who's navigated public transit systems across three continents, I can tell you that the Mount Vernon-NYC commute has its own unique rhythm. Moving from Limerick's modest public transport to this intricate network reminded me of my childhood transitions...
As someone who finds beauty in the patterns of urban planning, Evansville, Indiana presents a fascinating case study in riverside transportation infrastructure. After spending a week analyzing this Ohio River city's movement systems, I've compiled a comprehensive guide that balances...
The first time I landed at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, the cacophony of honking matatus and the vibrant street energy hit me with the same intensity as mile 20 of a marathon – overwhelming yet exhilarating. I'd come to Kenya...
The emerald-hued streets of Dublin have a way of captivating you from the moment you arrive. As someone who's spent years exploring ancient civilizations across continents, I've developed a deep appreciation for cities that seamlessly blend historical richness with modern...
The first time I felt the warm Vietnamese breeze against my face while zipping along coastal roads toward Mui Ne, I knew this wasn't just another pottery pilgrimage—it was pure freedom. After three visits to this stunning beach destination, I've...
When my husband Rahul and I first planned our Faroe Islands adventure with our three children in tow, the logistics seemed daunting. How exactly does one navigate 18 remote islands scattered across the North Atlantic? After meticulously planning our transportation...
The first time I stepped out of Suvarnabhumi Airport into Bangkok's wall of heat and humidity, I felt like a deer caught in headlights. A sea of taxis, tuk-tuks, and motorbikes swarmed around me in what appeared to be complete...
When I first landed in Adelaide last year, I expected another sprawling Australian metropolis that would drain my wallet faster than I could say 'G'day.' Instead, I discovered a refreshingly navigable city with surprisingly affordable transportation options that make it...
There's something profoundly humbling about arriving in Pemba. As my plane descended over the curved peninsula that cradles this Mozambican port city, the juxtaposition of turquoise waters against red earth immediately spoke to the landscape architect in me. The natural...
The first time I made the journey from Paris to Versailles, I nearly missed my palace entry time because I'd underestimated the transportation logistics. That was 15 years and countless France trips ago, and I've since perfected the art of...
Picture this: you're designing a video game level set in a bustling city with one major plot twist – there are no roads connecting it to the outside world. Sounds like fantasy, right? Welcome to Iquitos, Peru – the largest...
When my kids and I first stepped off the cruise ship into Hamilton, Bermuda's charming capital, we were immediately captivated by the pastel-colored buildings and crystal-clear waters. But as a mom who's navigated destinations from the Florida Keys to the...
