For centuries, and, probably, since the beginning of the mankind, Sun has been cherished and celebrated as the symbol of abundance, generosity, prosperity, warmth and life itself. Across the world and its different continents, cultures and civilizations, still evident and visible today through Art, architecture, culture, customs, folklore and traditions. Who knows for sure how […]
Life Celebrations in Cusco
I am in a theater, watching a ballet performance of “Snegurochka”, or a Russian version of Frozen, with all the dancing, music, costumes, decorations and celebrations. Celebrations of spring, new beginnings and Yarilo, Slavic Sun God. All of a sudden it feels somehow familiar to me. Have I seen and experienced something similar before? A […]
Pacific Rim, First Nations and Wild Pacific Trail
I keep twirling umbrella in my hands, and it seems to be the only colorful thing about this misty day. At one point I even wonder if it was better to stay in that cozy coffee place in Ucluelet I stopped by before my visit to Pacific Rim Reserve. Should have I? Definitely not… I […]
Birds, Trees and Independent Nature of Pomac Sanctuary
“Where to next?” was frequently on my mind during my travels in Peru. Contrary to many travelers I met along the way, who had it all figured out: itineraries, locations, sights, schedule, etc. and, probably, life also, I was pretty much winging the whole trip… for better or even better. Besides knowing for sure that […]
From the Place of Love
I am writing this in, probably, one of the most romantic places in the world: Medano Beach Cabo, or more specifically La Playa del Amor in Cabo San Lucas. It seems like it’s been awhile since I opened a blank page and poured my heart and soul, and dedicated something meaningful and important to something […]
We Are All From Somewhere
“Where you from?” is the question asked almost immediately during travels, no matter how far or close we wander from home. No wonder why this question was asked, when I approached a charming couple to ask about the hiking trails in Acadia National Park, in Maine. Since I have been calling the whole world My […]
Hakuna Matata and Roaring My Way in the City of Lions
What place would I choose to celebrate Independence? Both, Belarus and USA, celebrate their Independence in summer, only a day apart. Guess who from British and who from Germans? Each for different reasons though, and if only history taught us anything. So I decided to have an independence celebration of my own, and couldn’t think […]
Language of My Heart and Soul
The woman is speaking fast in Spanish, and I manage to understand a few words and sentences here and there, even reply… However, still not able to grasp the whole meaning of the conversation, since it is very important to me, and vocabulary seems to be rather for an advanced speaker. “Where is the interpreter?” […]
That Time I Discovered Woodstock, Sort Of
“Is it Woodstock? I mean, is it the Woodstock?” I ask the first passer-by, after parking at the crossroads, thinking and wondering if it was the correct place and if it was worth checking it out. “If you mean the festival, yes, but it was in another location”. This was very random and spontaneous, since […]
Traveling While Vegetarian
“So what do you do when you travel?” I was asked about being vegetarian. To someone who is neither a vegetarian nor vegan, it seems like the craziest idea ever. Something out-there and almost impossible. Have I thought the same myself? Probably, not… However, now I definitely know that it is much easier to be […]