In San Antonio, Viva Fiesta
Embellished river barges meander along the waterway with city officials and leaders on board. The riverfront where spectators gather is converted to a child-friendly park: amid the folding chairs and oak trees are cascarones — eggshells that have been filled with confetti and sealed with pastel-colored paper — that children can crack over one another’s heads, sending bits of blue, green, and neon pink bursting into the air. READ MORE ›
Powering Down on Costa Rica’s Pacific Coast
Scarlet macaws perch on treetops, their vibrant hues stunning against the backdrop of low, interweaving gray clouds. Nearby are monkeys and sloths, slowly creeping through the trees. Within hours, Costa Rica earns its name: With 5% of the Earth’s biodiversity, the small country is also one of the most bountiful. READ MORE ›
Tour Downtown Abbey!
The castle is currently closed to the public (it’s a private residence, naturally) but slated to reopen its magnificent doors this July. According to Discover England Tours, summer tours go on sale during early February 2013. READ MORE ›
The More, The Merrier?
The issue is not whether you get married or decide to lead a single life. Nor is it the type of wedding you plan -- a grand affair or a casual gathering of your nearest and dearest. The conversation I intended to kick off boils down to the following question: Why does society celebrate family units more avidly than individuals? As originally stated, "When will barometers of celebration reflect the growing number of singletons?" READ MORE ›
