Veronica James's Blog, page 171
July 1, 2014
A Romp Through the Grand Bazaar of Istanbul
The Grand Bazaar of Istanbul is the granddaddy of all malls – one of the oldest and certainly largest covered markets in the world.
It seemed as though most of the 400,000 visitors who come each day were inside with us.
With over three thousand shops packed in along sixty-one covered streets, we felt like lab rats looking for… CONTINUE READING >>
Sights & Sounds of the Grand Bazaar of Istanbul
Follow Veronica as she romps through the Grand Bazaar – she even attempts to haggle!… see more Grand Bazaar antics or enlarge video > >
June 29, 2014
Philadelphia, For Whom the (Liberty) Bell Tolls
Philly is truly the birthplace of our republic, this is where both the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution were deliberated and approved.We felt it all around us, inch for inch this must be the most historic ground in America…. CONTINUE READING >>
June 26, 2014
War & Peace, Volume II
A reader wrote:“The best part is when they finally get it, and tell you sorry for being such pain in the ass during those (teenage) years. My son told me he now understands everything I was trying to convey to his logic blocked brain back then…”
Oh man, I can relate.
I was pretty certain that at least one of my envelope-pushing teens would flee the nest — i-Pod at full volume and a certain finger in the air — never looking back or speaking to me… CONTINUE READING >>
June 24, 2014
By Popular Demand – How We Became Travel Bloggers
We’ve never formally talked about being travel bloggers on our website. But we’re being asked about it more and more, so we thought we’d open a dialogue.In truth, we’ve always felt like we kind of stumbled blindly into our recreated lives – and by no means consider ourselves experts (in travel or blogging).
And, seriously, we thought, who wants to hear us talk about what goes on behind the curtain?
When we hit the road … CONTINUE READING >>
June 22, 2014
Snorkeling the Great Barrier Reef – Bucket List, Check!
A visit to Queensland, Australia without getting underwater on the Great Barrier Reef would be unthinkable! As soon as Lady Elliot Island, a highly protected coral cay only accessible by air, came into view, we knew we were about to embark on an unforgettable adventure of a lifetime.
Because the southern tip of the reef is outside the tropics, the cooler water temperatures have kept the coral… CONTINUE READING >>
Veronica Explores the Great Barrier Reef – with a Sea Turtle Guide!
Veronica makes a new sea turtle friend who shows her all the hotspots of his native Coral Gardens, and introduces her to his friends – including “Nemo,” a manta ray, parrotfish, angelfish and colorful giant clams! Click to see our full adventure! or enlarge video >>
June 18, 2014
We’ve Been Hit by a Ton of Bricks!
Every once in a while, we are hit over the head by a ton of bricks. While this would normally be cause for concern, this particular brickload is one of gratitude.
We have been blessed with amazing accolades from amazing folks! We have done really fun interviews and have been included in some pretty prestigious publications. We are truly honored. Click in to see why... CONTINUE READING >>
June 17, 2014
Picture This: The Titanic Cemetery
So many headstones bearing the same date.
April 15, 1912
It’s impossible to describe our feelings.
Join us as we remember those who are resting here, learn stories of their lives and the circumstances behind their final burial place… CONTINUE READING >>
June 15, 2014
How Two Little Girls Saved the Rainforest of Costa Rica
While exploring the area around Costa Rica’s Manuel Antonio National Park, we noticed a rope strung across the road.Curious, we started to pay closer attention and found that they were all over the place, tons of them.
We wondered what was up, and the answer was a bit surprising, most of the ropes can be traced back to a couple of nine-year-old girls. What?… CONTINUE READING >>
