Discovering Baku: A Blend of History and Modernity Where is Baku Located? Nestled along the shores of the Caspian Sea in eastern Azerbaijan, Baku is the nation’s largest city and its bustling capital. Home to over 2 million residents, Baku covers an area of 830 square miles (2,100 square kilometers) and is uniquely situated below…
Sitting alone in a café in Jordan, I was deep in thought, trying to plan my holiday travels—a holiday from holiday, actually, since I was on break in Jordan while studying Arabic. After booking my tickets and sharing my plans to visit Turkey with friends, one of my old acquaintances from Jordan insisted I visit…
Where is that? When my friend suggested we visit Rumelian Fortress, I was initially taken aback because I had never heard of it. Even my other friend, who lives in Istanbul, was unfamiliar with the place. It wasn’t until I actually saw it up close that I realized I had glimpsed it from a distance…
Discover Nicodemus National Historic Site Step back in time at Nicodemus National Historic Site, the last remaining western town established by freed African American settlers during the Reconstruction Period. Drawn by the promise of land in the free state of Kansas, African Americans migrated westward in search of a brighter future. History of Nicodemus *Journey…
Discovering Theodore Roosevelt National Park: A Journey Through History and Nature Origins and Legacy Theodore Roosevelt National Park, initially known as Theodore Roosevelt Memorial Park, has a fascinating history. Over time, it evolved into a National Park, a designation that more aptly reflects its significance. The park safeguards the stunning North Dakotan badlands, providing a…
Safari Adventure A safari is one of those dream trips that many people yearn for, and a visit to Africa often feels incomplete without one. When I planned a trip to South Africa with my NYC running group, a safari was at the top of our must-do list. After an exhaustive search (details in another…
Glacier National Park offers a plethora of incredible hikes, but Ptarmigan Tunnel stands out with its unique charm. Though it wasn’t my absolute favorite, I was captivated by the tunnel itself and the breathtaking views it offered. If I had more time, I would have definitely paired this hike with a longer, multi-day trek deeper…
New Hampshire hosts two national park units, offering unique historical and natural experiences despite not having any major national parks. The state boasts a National Historical Site and a National Trail that spans its picturesque landscape. National Historical Parks: Saint-Gaudens National Historical Park Immerse yourself in the legacy of Augustus Saint-Gaudens, one of America’s premier…