Jessie Voigts's Blog, page 268
May 17, 2015
Living in Istanbul: Advice from a Local
I just returned from a trip to a place that I can't seem to let go of, and ALL THINGS TURKEY are calling to me. This is when I reached out to one of our Wandering Educators, Emily Johnson, who lives in Istanbul (lucky!) for some Istanbul goodness. Even more luck: Emily's our new Istanbul Editor, and will share more as time unwinds (yay!).
Emily notes:
I'm an American expat living in Istanbul, Turkey. I teach English at a private university which I commute to i...
May 16, 2015
Ireland's Ancient East: The Music Begins
Ireland's Ancient East: that phrase suggests all sorts of intriguing ideas -- which is why it has been chosen as a way to encourage visitors to spend time at places in the eastern parts of the island, much as the Wild Atlantic Way is helping to connect and bring attention to communities and locations along the island's western sea coast. Ireland's Ancient East is a series of trails, and of ideas and stories, which link both well known and lesser vi...
What's It Really Like to Fly Turkish Airlines Business Class?
Last week, Turkish Airlinesflew two dozen of us White House Travel Bloggersto Turkey – and what a life-changing experience it was! Turkish Airlines’ slogan is Widen Your World – and our visit did just that. I’ll delve into my experiences in Turkey soon (you can follow along with the #widenyourworld and #lovefromturkey hashtags on social media), but first I’d like to show what it’s really like to fly Turkish Airlines Business Class. I’d never flown business cla...
5 Unique Global Romantic Getaways
Love is in the air! Are you looking to find a unique romantic getaway – to propose, to spend time together, or to rejuvenate from daily life? Maybe a traditional couples getaway isn’t for you (although Hawaii is lovely at any time, let’s be honest), and you’re looking to find adventure, culture, great wine, extraordinary scenery, and literary travel.I’ve got some places for you to explore together.
If you’d like to hit some unusual beaches, envisi...
May 15, 2015
Rambles Into Sacred Realms
Krish V. Krishnan’s debut book, Rambles into Sacred Realms,about his travels over three decades, complete with artwork from a wide array of media, is a joy to behold on many levels. Not only does this author capture one’s attention with harrowing adventure and breathtaking resolve, but he enhances the experience with a markedly fresh perspective. Krishnan knows his world, and shares it. Providing the reader with just enough historical reference, he winds his s...
May 14, 2015
My Real-Life Shire Adventure
Are you a Lord of the Rings fanatic that dreams of seeing the well-known Middle Earth? Well, you most certainly are not alone and I’m here to tell you that it is just as magical in real-life as it is in the movies!Okay, well maybe not really quite as magical due to all the digital editing, but it still is a place that without a doubt will take your breath away.
I have experienced the quiet comfort of The Shire and enjoyed a brew in the The Green Dragon. I’ve...
May 13, 2015
The Perfect Travel Purse: Maxwell Scott Bags
What do you look for in the perfect travel purse? For me, I like high quality leather, beautiful craftsmanship, eco-friendly materials, plenty of space to haul things (I'm a mom!), and zippers - the more the merrier, to deter trouble. So for my recent trip to Turkey with Turkish Airlines, I was so pleased to work with the renowned British companyMaxwell Scott Bagsto review a travel handbag. After hours of perusal on their site (deliciousness warning: so many c...
May 8, 2015
Things to see and do in Miami
One of the most popular holiday destinations in the United States, the city of Miami attracts scores of visitors every year.This is due to its tropical climate, cosmopolitan culture as well as plenty of things to see and do. From learning experiences to laid-back activities, nearly every type of holidaymaker is well catered for on a trip to Miami.
These highlights aren't just contained within Miami's metropolitan area either, as the surrounding region features equall...
May 3, 2015
The Ladies of Managua
You know those books - the ones that grab you and don't let go? The ones that teach you about a place, culture, people? Such is the case with a new book written by Eleni Gage, entitled The Ladies of Managua. Eleni is a journalist who writes regularly for publications including Travel+Leisure, The New York Times, T: The New York Times Travel Magazine, Dwell, Elle, Elle Décor, Real Simple, Parade, and The American Scholar. Currently Executive Editor at Mart...
Florida Culture for the Week of May 4, 2015 by Josh Garrick
Florida Culture for the Week of May 4, 2015 by Josh Garrick
May 6 to August 1 – Art in Chambers presents Art by Thomas Thorspecken
Beginning with a free public reception on May 6 at 5:30 pm, the Art in Chambers project at Winter Park City Hall will present the colorful, urban sketches of Thomas ‘Thor’ Thorspecken. The illustrator and journalist began his website, Analog Artist Digital World in 2009 to become part of our community – one sketch at a time. City H...
