Traveler’s Show & Tell: Letterboxing, Hollywood & the Taj Mahal
Welcome to the April 30, 2012 edition of Traveler’s Show and Tell. This week’s Traveler’s Show and Tell blog carnival …Read the Rest
Category Archives: World Travel
Solo Female Traveler Tips & the “Real” Great Wall of China
Check out this week’s Traveler’s Show and Tell to learn: what most travelers miss when they visit the Great Wall of China, travel tips for solo female travelers, exciting itineraries for train travel in India… and more!
Photo Essays Galore: From Redwoods to Blood Rituals (plus Top Travel Photography Tips)
Welcome to the February 18, 2012 edition of Traveler’s Show and Tell. It’s photo essays galore on this week’s Traveler’s …Read the Rest
Traveler’s Show & Tell: Which parts of Mexico are Safest for Tourists
Welcome to the February 4, 2012 edition of Traveler’s Show and Tell. This week’s Traveler’s Show and Tell blog carnival …Read the Rest
It’s Different in Naples, Italy: The Neapolitan Playing Card Deck
Differences Between the Neapolitan and American Card Deck Did you know that in Naples, Italy people play cards with a …Read the Rest
Transatlantic Cruise Sunsets and How I was Inspired by a Vacuum Cleaner Salesman
One of the first things people ask when I tell them I’m a writer is, “Where do you get your ideas?” I find this kinda funny, because to me, ideas are like spores; they are everywhere, but seem invisible until they suddenly pop up into your mind like tiny mushrooms. For instance, I recently wrote “Is Transatlantic Cruising Right for You?” for The Traveler’s Way. Where did I get that idea? From a conversation I had with a vacuum cleaner salesman.
What is the Traveler’s Show and Tell blog carnival?
The Traveler’s Show & Tell blog carnival is a roundup of interesting travel-themed articles and photo essays from all over the web that I host right here on Mental Mosaic: Even Home is a Travel Deestination every other Saturday. It’s a fun way to enjoy armchair traveling, while finding interesting blogs to follow. Plus, if you’re a blogger, participating in my carnival helps drive new readers to your blog, while giving your site a healthy inbound link. To view past issues, simply click on the “Traveler’s Show & Tell” link at the top of this page.
New Orleans’ Cafe du Monde: A Taste of History
New Orleans’ Cafe du Monde: A Taste of History When you enjoy a cup of chicory-laced coffee and a plate …Read the Rest
Traveler’s Show & Tell: Volcanoes, Jazz and Romance on the Road
Welcome to the December 10, 2011 edition of Traveler’s Show & Tell This week’s Traveler’s Show & Tell blog carnival …Read the Rest
Traveler’s Show & Tell: Artsy Graffitti & Open Air Markets
Welcome to the December 10, 2011 edition of Traveler’s Show & Tell This week’s Traveler’s Show & Tell blog carnival …Read the Rest
Byteful Travel Blog Carnival #9 – 2011 Nov 30
I knew my blog carnival was in good hands last month when Andarin, from Byteful Travel, hosted the Traveler’s Show & Tell for me. This month, I’m returning the favor and hosting the Byteful Travel Blog Carnival for him. Read on to find out: where to find tropical beaches in Germany, how to cope when an “amazing adventure” turns tragic and more!
Traveler’s Show & Tell – Sun, Sand & Savory Dishes
Judging from the tremendous amount of submissions I received for this week’s blog carnival, I’m not the only one who was off exploring the world recently! Read on to learn about: a fascinating hostel dedicated to the music of Gram Parsons, where to eat and what to order in Singapore, why Venice, Italy reminded me of playing with model trains, cooking classes in Italy, and much more!
Venice, Italy’s Warped Sense of Scale
A recent visit to Venice, Italy got me thinking about the model train set I had as a kid, and …Read the Rest
NYC, London & New Orleans – Here I come!
Gone Traveling Thought I’d better let folks know that I’m off doing what travel writers love best: traveling! Over the …Read the Rest
True Spooks 2011: True Ghost Stories
With Halloween right around the corner, I thought I’d let some masterful storytellers take us for a spooky trip to the world’s most haunted places. So get cozy, grab a snack, and read on for this year’s collection of true ghost stories. Let’s start with a ghostly photo…
Kensal Green: a Historic Victorian Graveyard in London
Earlier this week, I wrote an article called Visiting Kensal Green Cemetery in London for The Traveler’s Way. As often …Read the Rest
Traveler’s Show & Tell – From Instagr.am to Budapest Scams
This week’s blog carnival explains how Yelp and Instagr.am can be powerful tools for travelers, how to avoid a popular scam in Budapest, why small towns in the USA are so much fun, and much more.
Traveler’s Show & Tell – From Propaganda to Leaf Peeping
This week’s blog carnival features 10 excellent posts from travel lovers around the globe. Read on for: firsthand examples of North Korea’s incredible propaganda machine, what to do (and where to go) if you, or someone you love, is a leaf peeper, what “goetta” is and why they love it so much in Cinncinnatti.
Traveler’s Show & Tell – Ancient Mosques and Modern Ruins
Not only is Glen Rose, Texas home to the official state dinosaur of Texas (Paluxysaurus Jonesi) but many of its buildings are made of stone and petrified wood.
Traveler’s Show & Tell – Where Have You Been All Your Life?
I love “hop on – hop off” bus tours, because they give me a general feel for a new city, helping me decide which neighborhoods I want to concentrate on during my visit.
