In Greece, as wildfires raged for a third day, authorities ordered more evacuations on an island near Athens on Thursday. Temperatures of more than 40 C and strong winds have fanned more than 150 wildfires in different areas of the country in recent days, adding to the conflagrations in Tur...
Seattle is nicknamed the “Emerald City”, and it’s easy to see why – at every turn you’ll find lush, evergreen trees amid the city’s steely skyscrapers. Sightseeing here can take you to sandy beaches or snowcapped mountains; to historical cultural s
Seattle Streetcar: Thestreetcarhas two lines: the South Lake Union line and the First Hill line. The South Lake Union line connects the South Lake Union neighborhood to downtown Seattle. The First Hill line connects Capitol Hill to Pioneer Square through First Hill and the Chinatown-International...
This is true for a week offshore to an island or an afternoon across the bay. The added responsibility as owner/operator makes all the difference. If you enjoy the role and choose to remain a captain throughout your boating life, that unique and satisfying mindset will stay with you foreve...
Twenty Thousand Leagues Under The Sea Conseil and I remained near each other, as if an exchange of words had been possible through our metal cases. I no longer felt the weight of my clothes, or of my shoes, of my air supply, or my thick helmet, inside which my head ...
Catalina Island, a small yet thrilling island off the coast of California near Los Angeles, is known as a hidden paradise that offers a wealth of both relaxation and adventure. The island, which had previously been inhabited by several different groups,
Has anyone any experience of the cantilever brakes designed specifically for tandems and tourers by a company in Seattle USA called Rodriguez bikes., R&E Cycles. They call the design ‘The Big Squeeze’. I looked into this as I am not sure in my mind yet whether my Shimano cantis will...
I live near Seattle and wear rain jackets and coats all the time. In the past couple of years, I have purchased and adore my Athleta raincoats, especially the ones that are described as “waterproof”. I have the “water resistant” ones too, for light rain days, but in downpours I ...
If not possible, camp near a bare, well-packed gravel track. Note that this is done at your own risk: if renting an Escape Campervan, you are NOT covered by insurance and are NOT covered in the Escape Roadside Assistance plan if you are OFF a paved road. Camping on a level area als...
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