“How can you go to Cuba? You’re American.” I hear this over and over again from friends. From the Cuban Americans I meet in Miami, I hear worse: “Be careful -… Read more…
Ketut Liyer – visiting with a Balian
Did you read "Eat Pray Love"? Do you want to meet with a famous Balinese Shaman? Ketut Liyer, thanks to the best-selling book, "Eat Pray Love", has found himself catapulted to fame and at least some small fortune as the most important Balian on an island of very spiritual people. And earlier this year, Spirit Quest Tours was in Bali for two weeks with a group of 35 American tourists, many of whom had read the book and were hoping to meet Ketut. Luckily, our Balinese guide knew him, and where he lived, and I was able to send him over to Ubud to set up an afternoon for our group to see him. Read more…
What You Need To Know Before Traveling To Morocco
So you're planning your Morocco travel! As they say in Arabic, Mabruk! (Congratulations). Now what? Well, before you get on the plane, there are some things you probably want to… Read more…
Drinking Tea in Tahrir: Actual Reality vs Reality TV
As I sipped and smiled, I realized there was a world of difference between the news—reality TV showing those heightened moments that make good drama, and reality—what I was now living. Read more…
Travel Troubleshooter: No vacation, no refund?
A canceled resort reservation, a promised refund -- and still no money? What now?Read More