World Travels

Traveling is one of the most stimulating experiences! Since I was very young, I have been traveling. Through this blog it will be my joy and privilege to share some of these adventures with you. So.. Go with me to Alaska, many African Countries, Thailand, China, Canada, Australia, the United States and more!

Iguazu Falls

Iguazu Falls via Buenos Aires

Iguazu Falls in Central Argentina is one of the most magnificent in the world. It ranks right up there with Africa’s Victoria Falls and US/Canada Niagara Falls.

Awesome Antarctic, Kathy Slamp

Awesome Antarctica!

Those of us who enjoy travel all have a “bucket list,” and that lists varies depending on our background, life experiences, and interests. But, Antarctica: what can I say? After years fantasizing about this adventure, it came to life in January 2020.

Cool Chile Coast, David and Kathy

Cool Chile Coast

Cool Chile Coast: An Introduction: My personal introduction to the Cool Chile Coast was the first few days of an Antarctic Cruise. Regardless, Chile became an outstanding experience of its very own.  I nicknamed it “Cool Chile!”  Chile is a long skinny country along the West side of South America and bordered by the Pacific …

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Alaska Flag Story, Kathy at Seward Monument

Alaska Flag Story

The Alaska Flag Story is one of the most unique ever. In 1927 the American Legion launched a contest to design an official flag for Alaska. The contest was open to school children between grades 7 and 12 ONLY

Goshen Farm Orphanage

Goshen Farm Orphanage

In 2014 new friends invited my husband and me to Zimbabwe. This trip turned out completely different than our future experiences with the Goshen Farm Orphanage.

Alaska Flora and Fauna, Kathy with Skunk Caggabe and Devil's Club

Alaska Flora and Fauna

In Alaska flora and fauna are prolific! Alaska summers are short, but days of 24-hour sun produce flowers and gigantic root vegetables in abundance. Vegetables grow larger in Alaskan summers than anywhere else in the USA.

Montenegro, the Adriatic Jewel, Kotor

Montenegro, the Adriatic Jewel

Discovering Montenegro, the Adriatic Jewel One of the biggest surprises in visiting the countries near the Adriatic Sea is “discovering” Montenegro, the Adriatic Jewel.  Whether you arrive by land or sea, you will be filled with awe and wonder at the spectacular beauty.  The mountains around this beautiful little city look black; thus, the early …

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Skagway, Gateway to the Klondike, Historic Skagway Dock

Skagway – the Klondike Gateway

Skagway, Alaska, the Klondike Gateway, is possibly one of the most unique little “cities” of the world.  It is situated at the terminus of the Lynn Canal in Southeast Alaska.

The Seas of Israel, The Slamps in Jerusalem

The Seas of Israel

The Three Seas of Israel In thinking of the State of Israel, most people don’t consider The Seas of Israel. Israel conjures up images of arid lands, Bedouins, camels, ancient ruins, and Biblical history. Without a doubt, all of this defines Israel. Within Israel’s boundaries are the Sea of Galilee, the Mediterranean Sea, and the …

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Dubrovnik, the Adriatic Pearl

Dubrovnik, the Adriatic Pearl

Lord Byron once called Dubrovnik, Croatia “the Pearl of the Adriatic.”  Once you visit this historic seacoast town, you will surely agree.  Its history is colorful, tragic, and heroic!