Imagine standing on the rugged terrain of an ancient glacial fjord, just as likely to spot a black bear, moose, or wolf as another human soul. The setting is remote. Wild. Unforgiving. But for chef Kirsten Dixon, this untamed Alaskan backcountry is simply home, sweet home. For 40 years, Dixon and her family have encouraged…
Take a Breather Without Breaking the Budget
You don’t have to travel far to enjoy a break from your everyday life, but it is important to make time to get away. Taking some time for yourself reduces stress and helps you make memories that are more valuable than cash. Even the anticipation involved in the planning stages can elevate your mood. While…
Buried History Comes to Life at Mary King’s Close
The year is 1645. The most virulent strain of the bubonic plague has immobilized Edinburgh, Scotland, claiming the lives of more than half of the city’s population. The area hardest hit: Mary King’s Close on High Street, a lively 17th century thoroughfare of pubs, shops and residences named for a merchant burgess who lived here…
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